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The land that became Forsyth County was originally named Wachovia by the Moravians who purchased and settled it in 1753; the name was the Latin form of "Wachau," the Austrian ancestral estate of Moravian Church patron Count Nicholas Ludwig von Zinzendorf. Bethabara ("house of passage") was the first community established in the new land, although Salem (founded in 1766) emerged as the commercial hub of the Moravians' religious haven. Many elements of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century daily life in the town have been preserved in the Old Salem Historic District, which maintains more than 50 restored buildings and features a blacksmith, gunsmith, cobbler, and carpenter in period dress.
From its humble origins, Winston-Salem had emerged by the end of the twentieth century as Forsyth County's economic engine and the fifth-largest city in North Carolina (the county as a whole, with an estimated 321,000 residents in 2004, ranked fourth in population in the state). The city briefly, in 1920, held the title of North Carolina's largest city. In 1875 Richard Joshua Reynolds established his tobacco business in Winston, and the company's growth into one of the nation's largest corporations spurred the development of both the city and Forsyth County. In addition to R. J. Reynolds Corporation, other major businesses with Forsyth County roots include Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and the Wachovia Corporation (although the latter's corporate headquarters were relocated to Charlotte following its 2001 merger with First Union). Important agricultural and industrial products include tobacco, corn, soybeans, furniture, textiles, tractors, and optical fiber.
Winston-Salem, thanks in large part to the philanthropic pursuits of the Reynolds family and the local business community, is also regarded as a major cultural and artistic center in North Carolina. The Reynolds home, known as the Reynolda House, contains a major collection of American art. The city is home to the nation's first local arts council (the Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County, established in 1949) as well as the first state-supported arts conservatory (the North Carolina School of the Arts, which opened in 1965). Salem College (1772), Wake Forest University (1834), and Winston-Salem State University (1897) are important academic institutes in the county. Celebrated Forsyth County cultural events include the Dixie Classic Fair, the National Black Theatre Festival (both in Winston-Salem), and the Christmas-themed Festival of Lights at Tanglewood Park (in Clemmons).
Newest Forsyth Homes for Sale
This well maintained home is filled with special features! Large main level office, gas log fireplace in the living room, opening to a bright kitchen. New stove and micro...
- 3 Beds
- 2.1 Baths
- 945312 MLS
4 bedrooms on one level with a large lot with no city taxes! This beautifully maintained home has many hard to find features and many recent updates. Per seller, exterio...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 945372 MLS
Very bright and sunny Ardmore cottage in a super convenient location close to both hospitals, shopping and downtown. Updated kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 945625 MLS
Stunning 3 bed, 2.5 bath home in such a great Clemmons location with hardwoods throughout the main level leading out to the large fenced in yard and deck area perfect for...
- 3 Beds
- 2.1 Baths
- 944379 MLS
This 3 bedroom/ 1.5 bath Brick ranch home sits on an extra deep .60 acre lot in quiet neighborhood. This house has very good "bones". The full bath has been updated with...
- 3 Beds
- 1.1 Baths
- 945594 MLS
Great opportunity to own this spacious condo in highly sought after Oakwood Square! Conveniently located to WFBH and FMC, Miller Park, major highways, downtown area, H...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 945614 MLS
Offered by D.R. Horton. New Construction in process. Open & Airy floor plan with spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinets and sleek finishes. Luxurious Owner's suite l...
- 4 Beds
- 3.1 Baths
- 945605 MLS
Model Home. Never used since neighborhood sold out to fast. Stoddard 2 plan with nice features. Corner lot. Granite and stainless steel appliances. Kitchen island, pa...
- 3 Beds
- 2.1 Baths
- 945596 MLS
City convenience in a country setting with a rocking chair front porch! Spacious home on corner lot with two car garage. Main floor has large living room with gray lami...
- 3 Beds
- 2.1 Baths
- 945593 MLS
Stunning 7000+ sf French Provincial home on 1.6 ac. Gorgeous millwork on Entry ceiling and DR wainscoting. ML Master Suite w/Sitting Area features stone FP; freestanding...
- 4 Beds
- 3.2 Baths
- 944096 MLS
All offers must be submitted by the Buyer's agent via RES.NET Agent portal. If your offer is accepted, you agree to be responsible for an offer submission technology fee...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 945591 MLS
This was the family home that dad built. Mom wanted carpet everywhere so carpet is everywhere. Carpet is over Hardwd floors. Mom wanted a stall shower so dad added a sep...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 945569 MLS
This spacious home includes an open floor plan that makes entertaining a breeze! In the gorgeous kitchen, you will find a complete suite of energy-efficient appliances, r...
- 3 Beds
- 2.1 Baths
- 945588 MLS
Pristine three bedroom, one and a half bath condo located in McConnell Subdivision. With an open floor plan, updated kitchen, and a beautiful patio area, this won't last ...
- 3 Beds
- 1.1 Baths
- 945278 MLS
This spacious home includes an open floor plan that makes entertaining a breeze! In the gorgeous kitchen, you will find a complete suite of energy-efficient appliances, r...
- 3 Beds
- 2.1 Baths
- 945586 MLS
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