In Wilmington, when this building was constructed, slave quarters were often termed "negro houses." This Italianate style dependency is a rare, intact example of an urban slave dwelling, and includes sleeping quarters, laundry room, and privies. Built for Dr. John Dillard Bellamy and wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss, to house as many as nine slaves, including cook/housekeeper Sarah Miller Sampson (1815-1897). Exterior originally lime-washed a pale, rosy-tan color. Building restored by Bellamy Mansion Museum of History and Design Arts and Preservation North Carolina.