Before there was the city of Winston-Salem, there was just Salem. Settled by members of the Moravian faith from modern Czechia, an offshoot of the Protestant denomination, Salem was originally called Wachovia. It was founded in the 1700s and included both municipal and residential buildings for members of the church. The church owned the land and could ask members to leave … [Read more...] about Visiting Old Salem Museum and Gardens
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12 National Parks to Visit in the South
The Southern United States has some of the best and undiscovered national parks and sites in the country. While there are hundreds worth a visit that span all of our states in the region, here are just a few that we recommend planning a trip to. This includes not only the traditional national parks but also national heritage areas, preserve areas, historical sites, … [Read more...] about 12 National Parks to Visit in the South
Visiting the Andy Griffith Museum
The town of Mount Airy, North Carolina is known mostly for its association with actor Andy Griffith, known for his roles in Matlock, Diagnosis Murder, and, of course, The Andy Griffith Show. He grew up here and went to school nearby. His former school theater is now a memorial theater in his honor. Longtime friend Emmett Forrest collected hundreds of items of … [Read more...] about Visiting the Andy Griffith Museum
Small Town Saturday: Wilkesboro, NC
In the shadow of the mountains and alongside the Yadkin River is the town of Wilkesboro, North Carolina. With a population of less than 4,000 people, the town has a unique history dating back to the early days of America. There's a tree known as the "Tory Oak" where a local patriot hung a British loyalist during the Revolutionary War. Folk song legend Tom Dula, also known … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Wilkesboro, NC
Small Town Saturday: Shelby, NC
The Foothills town of Shelby, North Carolina has around 20,000 full-time residents. The town has a yearly Livermush festival, a unique gathering devoted to the dish. Among the attractions you'll find here are a historic carousel, a children's train ride, the Don Gibson Theatre, and the Earl Scruggs Center. There's also a thriving downtown, home to a number of shops, … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Shelby, NC
