Record #:

31612

Author(s):

Abstract:

Asheboro, named for Governor Samuel Ashe, lies in the geographical center of North Carolina near the Uwharrie Mountains. Over the years, Asheboro has experienced phenomenal industrial growth. This article highlights several features in Asheboro, such as the state zoo, 1839 Female Academy, Pisgah Covered Bridge, Acme-McCrary textile manufacturer, and the Seagrove pottery community.

Source:

Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 8 Issue 3, Mar 1976, p6-8, il, por

Subject(s):

Asheboro--Description and travel; Asheboro--Industry