Record #:

32604

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Spencer Robbins and his brothers Grover and Harry Robbins are known for their development ventures in the Blowing Rock area. The Robbins brothers converted the Tweetsie railroad into a tourist attraction, and developed ski slopes on Beech Mountain. This article discusses the history of the Robbins’ business ventures, and highlights Spencer’s contributions.

Source:

We the People of North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 39 Issue 7, July 1981, p15-93, por

Subject(s):

Businessmen; Robbins, Grover C., 1886-1956; Tweetsie Railroad (Blowing Rock); Beech Mountain--Description and travel