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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).
Beautifully maintained, better than new, low-maintenance home features nice level yard, 2-car attached garage, screened porch, full basement, 2-zone gas heat, tankless ga...
Beautifully maintained, better than new, low-maintenance home features nice level yard, 2-car attached garage, screened porch, full basement, 2-zone gas heat, tankless ga...
Welcome to the Davidson! This is one of our most popular plans with plenty of living space. This home includes 5 bedrooms,3 full bathrooms, large loft space, formal dinin...
The Avery is a three-bedroom, two-bath home with a first-floor primary bedroom, a tiled shower in the primary bath, a spacious family room, a kitchen with an island and p...
Hansel and Gretel would definitely love this quaint cottage! Bring your own touch and make this the storybook cottage of your dreams. From the original doors and hardware...
Homesite #50- This Richardson plan is simply amazing! The kitchen features beautiful quartz countertops, tile backsplash, an island, a pantry, and best of all a butler’s ...
New construction! This stunning Sheffield floor plan offers a spacious and open layout perfect for daily living. This home a plethora of stunning features starting with t...
Beautiful cottage located on park like lot. Interior features hardwood floors in living room and bedrooms. Perfect for the first time buyer or those looking to downsize....
(Professional Photos will be uploaded Thursday) Welcome to your new home in Lewisville with lots of updates in the past few years! Covered front porch, Spacious Entry, Ki...
1950's ranch features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath; new roof April 2023; new gas furnace Fall 2022; new A/C Spring 2022; 1-car carport; nice level rear yard with deck and pergola. ...
INVESTOR SPECIAL - come add this to your rental portfolio! Currently leased at $600 a monthly (month to month lease) Great investment property with potential to flip/rent...
INVESTOR SPECIAL - come add this to your rental portfolio! Currently leased at $600 a monthly (month to month lease) Great investment property with potential to flip/rent...
Nestled on a secluded lot, this charming brick ranch home offers the perfect blend of privacy and comfort. The spacious backyard is a standout feature, boasting a generou...
Beautiful large brick ranch home, located in quiet neighborhood. Access to Long creek Park walking trails and new city park with pool, picnic shelter & walking trails. ...
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Winston Salem, this charming townhome offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Boasting three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, it provi...
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