Early History
The earliest known citizens of the Robersonville
area were the Tuscarora and Morotock Indians. We know that settlers
lived here many years before the Revolutionary War according to Deeds,
Family Bibles, Wills and Church Records. One of the earliest known
Churches of the area was Flat Swamp Primitive Baptist Church, founded in
1776. Among the early settlers of this area was the family of Henry
Robason, who is said to have been born in 1710 in England. Eventually
the family name became "Roberson" and the family tree grew throughout
this region.
1800's
Before the Civil War, George O. Roberson and his father, William, owned
a store originally located on the northwest corner of what is now known
as Railroad and Roberson Streets. The local militia trained at this
store during the Civil War. After returning from the war, George built a
store across the street from the original one on the northeast corner of
Railroad and Roberson Streets. George's son, William W., and his
brother, Henry D., ran the business for a time. Before and after the
Civil War, apple trees were plentiful in this area, and some still
remain within the town.
The Town of Robersonville was incorporated in 1872. The first mayor was
William W. Roberson, and commissioners were Henry D. Roberson, Staton
Everett and Eli Askew.
The Robersonville Primitive Baptist Church was founded in 1883. The land
was given for the sole purpose of building a house of public worship and
school. The original church was dismantled in 1883 and the present
sanctuary completed the same year. The building is now home to the St.
James Place Museum.
Additional information concerning the early history of The Town of
Robersonville may be obtained by contacting the Town of Robersonville
Public Library or the Town Office and request a copy of the 1972
Robersonville Centennial Book.