A Charming And Historic Small Town In North Carolina, Hickory Is Seemingly Frozen In Time
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Carolyn Harmon
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Running along I-40 between Charlotte and Asheville, the charming historic town of Hickory, North Carolina at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains certainly catches your eye. And we’re not the only folks who think so as it was recognized in 2018 by National Geographic Travel as one of the Best Small Cities in America. Let’s see how Hickory has cherished its history.
From the Old Hickory Tavern Market to the SALT Block (Sciences, Arts, and Literature Together), aka Hickory High School, take the self-guided tour to some of the town's famous landmarks. Follow the interactive map on Hickory’s Historic Downtown Walking Tour website.
Catawba Science Center, 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601, USA
Located in the SALT Block, this exceptional science center opened its second home in 1986. It features a planetarium, an aquarium, and a series of revolving exhibits. Discover more about this exciting place on Catawba Science Center's website. In addition to the center, you'll also find Hickory Choral Society, Hickory Museum of Art, United Arts Council, and Western Piedmont Symphony.
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Union Square Northwest, Union Square NW, Hickory, NC 28601, USA
This open plaza is bordered by historic buildings housing charming restaurants, unique shops, and the Farmers Market. You'll also find statues honoring some local people of note.
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The memorial, located at the west end of Union Square, was installed by American Legion Post 148 on May 30, 1927. Originally the weapon was placed to honor those from the community who served in World War I. Later, it was rededicated to honor all veterans from the area.
Vintage House Restaurant, 271 3rd Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601, USA
Tucked inside Hickory's historic 1915 Abernathy home, you won't find any finer food than in this elevated American bistro, including the classic meals you'd expect, such as seafood, steak, and pasta.
For reservations and more information, visit Vintage House's website.
Henry River Mill Village, 4255 Henry River Rd, Hickory, NC 28602, USA
In 1905, this valuable site opened as a cotton yarn manufacturer with several structures, including a three-story brick mill that was destroyed by fire in 1977. To take a tour and check out one of the beautifully-renovated cabins, purchase a ticket on Henry River Mill Village Historic District's website.
Visit the historic town of Hickory, North Carolina’s website for fun, upcoming events.
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