Project Update
Smoot Park Revitalization — Request for Qualifications
The town has issued a Request for Qualifications for the revitalization of Smoot Park. Verify current phase before applying.
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Founded 1891 · Yadkin & Reddies Rivers · Blue Ridge foothills
The Key City to Western North Carolina.
North Wilkesboro sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, founded when Norfolk Southern built its terminus depot near the Yadkin River. The depot still stands downtown — and the town keeps building.
A short history
Textile and furniture factories fueled early growth. The town's own history includes a documented line from bootlegging to the start of modern-day racing — a story we tell without leaning on it.
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Notice
Parks Master Plan — Community Survey Open
Residents are invited to help shape the future of the town's parks. Take the survey and share your priorities.
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Downtown & River District Master Plan — Update
Ongoing planning work continues with our planning partner to shape a vibrant, connected downtown and river district.
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Events
Dec
6
Holiday Carriage Rides
Downtown Main Street
Seasonal horse-drawn carriage rides through historic downtown.
Additional InfoNov
4
Town Board Meeting
5:30 PM · Town Hall, 832 Main Street
Regular meeting of the Mayor and Commissioners.
Additional InfoNov
27
Town Board Meeting
5:30 PM · Town Hall, 832 Main Street
Regular fourth-Thursday meeting.
Additional Info
Downtown & Two Rivers
A downtown, a Social District, and two rivers that shape everything.
Downtown North Wilkesboro is an activated Main Street with a Social District overlay. The Yadkin and Reddies Rivers thread the town's identity — outdoors, arts, and heritage together.
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