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The Blue Ridge Parkway remains the most intact example of pre- and post-World War II automotive rural parkway design. Photo from NPS Archives
C Street in Downtown North Wilkesboro
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Historic Downtown North Wilkesboro
North Wilkesboro, North Carolina
336.667.4875
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http://www.DowntownNorthWilkesboro.com
Near milepost 285
In the northern area of the Yadkin Valley in North Carolina, on the eastern slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains, lies a diamond in a sea of emerald green trees and hills-Wilkes County. The County of Wilkes was created in 1777, effective February 12, 1778, and its history dates from pre-revolutionary times. The county was named in honor of John Wilkes, who was a member of the British Parliament and at one time Lord Mayor of London.
The Town of North Wilkesboro was incorporated on March 4, 1891. North Wilkesboro became established with the coming of the railroad into Wilkes County. The railroad lines were built on the north side of the Yadkin River and did not cross into Wilkesboro because of flooding on the river and the lack of available funds.
Today, Downtown North Wilkesboro has been and continues to be a vibrant economic center. It’s also a community that is proud to be a leader in cultural and community attractions within the county and the region.
We encourage you to come visit us here in Wilkes County, NC, and take advantage of all that we have to offer. You can do things such as take a ride on the Blue Ridge Parkway, hike at Stone Mountain State Park, take a trip to the lake on the W. Kerr Scott Reservoir, or visit any of the other numerous locations.
Our community is home to numerous restaurants known for their unique flair as well as cultural attractions, like first class Art Gallery and a live community theatre group known as Wilkes Playmakers.
So come visit us in North Wilkesboro, NC, and discover why we love to call this place our hometown.
How We're Doing Our Part
Wilkes Chamber of Commerce office in the historic Downtown North Wilkesboro, offers historic walking maps, Blue Ridge Parkway maps, and information on the attractions and culture of the area. Featured during the anniversary year will be “Dooley” Days, Brushy Mountain Apple Festival, Downtown Summer Concert Series, 6th Annual Shine to Wine™, a BRP75 endorsed heritage festival, and various other heritage festivals and music events. .
