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Barbecue Anchors Randolph County Food Scene
Asheboro's food scene will leave your taste buds tingling from options such as a glass of chardonnay, a rich barbecue sauce or a homemade spread of preserves, which are all made with your palate in mind.
Zimmerman’s Vineyards
Take in scenic views of the Uwharrie Mountains at Zimmerman's Winery in Trinity. The winery, which opened on June 1, 2007, is Randolph County's first commercial winery. Even though the winery has only been around a few years, the land's history dates from the 1800s,... Read More »
Asheboro Residents Enjoy Local Competitions, Outdoor Fun and More
It's easy to stay occupied in Asheboro, as the city offers attractions for both activity-seekers and spectators. From local competitions and sports events to hiking and golf, residents have an array of options to choose from when it comes to enjoying the outdoors.
Play to Win in Asheboro
Held in the city's downtown area, the Asheboro Criterium is a 0.6-mile-long race that includes four right turns and one hill. The race, which is put on by the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce, begins and... Read More »
Asheboro/Randolph County Has Many Sites to See
There is a lot to see and do in Asheboro/Randolph County, with attractions that can showcase art, sculpture, pottery, theater, museum works or even beautiful park settings.
Carolina Bronze Sculpture
Carolina Bronze Sculpture in Seagrove is a foundry specializing in bronze casting and the fabrication of sculptures created by artists throughout the United States. Works that have been produced by the company include a 10-foot bronze sculpture of Ronald Reagan that now graces the U.S. Embassy in... Read More »
North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro, NC is One of Nation's Largest
It’s a jungle out there.
One might naturally expect that from a collection of wild animals‚ but Rod Hackney‚ public relations manager for the North Carolina Zoo‚ says many things make this one stand out.
First is its size. The zoo is the third-largest in the United States in terms of land area‚ with 1‚458 total acres. The African section has 300 acres‚ the North American section 200.
“When you consider most city zoos have 50 acres plus the parking... Read More »
Enjoy Shops and Restaurants at Asheboro's Randolph Mall
Randolph Mall in Asheboro can provide a whole day’s worth of entertainment, with its more than 60 stores, restaurants and speciality services. The mall, located off of Highway 64, has 37 retail stores providing fashionistas with the latest trends of the day, from Aeropostale and rue21 for the younger generations to department store shopping for all ages at Belk and JCPenney.
Want to do more than just shop? Then head over to Time Out to play classic arcade games like Ms. Pac-Man, or... Read More »
Richland Creek ZipLine Takes People Through the Woods
Increasingly, travelers from the Northeast and Midwest are zipping through Randolph County. And that’s a good thing. Because in this case, zipping refers to the Richland Creek ZipLine Canopy Tour.
A zipline is an inclined cable attached to tree stands well above the ground. A person is secured to the cable in a mountain-climbing type of harness, and gravity allows them to glide – or “zip” – from one tree stand to another.
Ziplines have been around for more than 100... Read More »
Seagrove Earns Worldwide Attention for its Pottery-Making Artisans
With only 264 residents‚ Seagrove is a tiny whisper of a town‚ but the community says “pottery!” loud and clear.
If you live within a 15-mile radius of Seagrove and work with clay‚ you are known as a “Seagrove potter.” The collection of more than 100 artisans living and working here attracts visitors from all over the world‚ some proudly bearing the bumper sticker: “I brake for pottery.”
“Since the late 1700s‚ this community has been a home to potters‚” says Denny Mecham‚ director of Seagrove’s... Read More »
Randolph Arts Guild Promotes Heritage and History
According to a recent study by the Travel Industry Association and Smithsonian magazine‚ North Carolina is one of the top 10 destinations in the country for cultural and heritage tourism travelers. Programs like the 1000/100 Project‚ a statewide cultural tourism initiative‚ and heritage-rich destinations like Randolph County are two reasons why.
“The cultural and heritage tourism business hopes to pick up the slack from the economic downturn in the textile and furniture industries‚” says... Read More »
Aviation Hall of Fame in Asheboro Has Air of Distinction
The plane truth is that Asheboro is home to the North Carolina Aviation Museum and Hall of Fame.
The two-hangar museum is on the grounds of Asheboro Municipal Airport, with 15 vintage planes on display for the public to see.
The aircrafts date from World War II through the Vietnam era, and almost all of the planes can still fly.
Some of the models include a C-45, Cessna L-19 Bird Dog, Flitfire, Stearman and a Swiss P3. There is also a display of authentic military uniforms, medals and historic... Read More »
Asheboro Copperheads Offer Family Fun During the Summer
The Asheboro Copperheads have been a solid hit in this community for 11 years.
The Copperheads are a collegiate, wooden-bat baseball team that competes during the summer in the Coastal Plain League. The league features teams from North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia, and the season takes place from late May through the middle of August.
“When all of the various local college seasons end in late May, players can then join our roster to play baseball throughout the summer months,” says... Read More »
Asheboro, NC Has Golfing Down to a Tee
Asheboro keeps golfers on their tees, with five nice courses to choose from. Here is some brief background on each:
Asheboro Country Club
Asheboro CC's public course spans 6,473 yards and cuts through tall oaks, towering pines and a 22-acre spring-fed lake. The lake runs along holes 10, 11, 14, 15 and 18. Many of the course's greens are well-bunkered and mounded, which makes for delicate approach shots.
Asheboro Municipal Golf Course
This is the granddaddy of courses in Asheboro,... Read More »
Fun Things to Do in Asheboro, NC
With museums to visit, performances to watch and barbecue to devour – just to name a few options – it's easy to stay busy in Asheboro.
1. Get in touch with your wild side at the North Carolina Zoological Park.
2. Zip over to Richland Creek to enjoy a Canopy Tour through the forest.
3. Enjoy a performance at the Sunset Theater, originally built to serve as Asheboro's first movie theater in 1930.
4. Visit the North Carolina Aviation Museum to check out a variety of aircrafts and... Read More »
Art Scene Thrives in Downtown Asheboro
Downtown Asheboro is home to several works of art, thanks to the City of Asheboro, the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce Downtown Development Committee, the Heart of North Carolina Visitors Bureau and the Randolph Arts Guild.
The city’s downtown area features a variety of sculptures, many of which were submitted by local artists.
“The sculptures primarily came about as a way to get people downtown to enjoy the area, and to provide a cultural experience that would be unique,... Read More »
Randelman Lake Makes a Splash in Asheboro, NC
Opened for recreational opportunities in March 2010, Randleman Lake was created in 2004 with the construction of the Randleman Lake Dam to serve the greater Greensboro Area by providing a new water supply.
The lake, which is located on the Deep River in both Randolph and Guilford counties, is now open to the public for activities such as fishing, boating, sailing, paddleboating and picnicking. As the lake's primary purpose is to provide drinking water, personal watercrafts such... Read More »
Zipline in Asheboro, NC
Experience life in the fast lane – or line – by visiting Richland Creek Zipline.
More than one mile of cable is available for thrill-seeking participants to zip along, which goes through the forest at the base of Purgatory Mountain. While flying through the forest, zipliners are accompanied by at least two trained guides and are offered the highest level of safety. Concessions are also available for guests to enjoy, with items such as cotton candy, popcorn and... Read More »
Fresh Food Is Easy To Find in Randolph County
When Phillip Crawford noticed that the grocery chain he worked for switched from fresh-cut to prepackaged meats, he saw a business opportunity.
“People like buying meat that’s cut fresh exactly how they want it,” Crawford says. “They enjoy getting special cuts and being able to buy their meat fresh daily instead of buying a lot and freezing it. That’s something you can’t do much anymore.”
So Crawford and his business partner, Kevin Hill, launched Asheboro Fresh Cuts Butcher & Seafood Market... Read More »
Sunset Theatre Offers Music, Movies, Fun in Downtown Asheboro
Asheboro’s first movie theatre, the Sunset Theatre, remains a local hot spot for entertainment after more than eight decades. The historic structure is one of several in downtown Asheboro, where it serves as a venue for many uses, including movies, concerts, live theatre, parties and other special events.
Built in 1930 by Kirby Cox, the Sunset Theatre belongs to the City of Asheboro and is managed by the Department of Cultural and Recreation Services.The theater hosts several events that... Read More »
Fine Wine at Asheboro's Zimmerman Vineyards
Set among Asheboro’s Uwharie Mountains, Zimmerman Vineyards provides visitors with a unique vineyard experience. The first commercial vineyard in Randolph County, Zimmerman Vineyards opened its doors to the public in 2007.
This family-owned business offers affordable wine tastings on Saturdays and Sundays, during which visitors can try five different wines and receive a souvenir glass for $5. Wine lovers can even receive discounts on wine cases at the vineyard. While Zimmerman’s... Read More »
Uwharrie National Forest Offers Scenic Beauty in NC Mountains
Located in central North Carolina, the Uwharrie National Forest combines the scenic beauty of nature with fun recreational activities. Containing one of the oldest mountains in the United States, the forest is a favorite for hunters, hikers, and fishermen. Adventurous visitors enjoy the off-road vehicle and mountain bike trails scattered throughout the forest.
Camping enthusiasts can take advantage of the forest’s many camping areas, with a variety of options ranging from full-feature to... Read More »
Randolph-Asheboro YMCA Entertains Kids With Splash Pad
Swimming pools are great for kids to cool off in the hot summer months, but what about youngsters who are too little to swim?
The Randolph-Asheboro YMCA constructed an outdoor wet playground that opened in 2008, providing a zero-depth water park for children 8 years old and younger. A zero-depth park is a smooth concrete floor with a gentle slope in the middle, which allows water to drain and then be recycled throughout the day.
The Splash Pad was completed after a year of planning, design and... Read More »
Seagrove Artist Daniel Johnston Has a Passion for Pottery and Place
Professional potters first began settling in Seagrove more than 200 years ago. Approximately 100 pottery studios now dot the area’s landscape, which encompasses parts of Randolph, Moore and Montgomery counties.
One of these studios belongs to Daniel Johnston, a potter who is as passionate about Seagrove as he is about his art.
Growing up in Randolph County, Johnston knew from an early age that Seagrove was the place for him. He bought 10 acres of Seagrove land at age 16 and apprenticed for 10... Read More »
Parkside Bed & Barn Caters to Guests Who Have Horses
Whoa, there. The small town of Denton is home to a bed-and-breakfast that caters to horse lovers.
Parkside Bed & Barn opened in 2001 to allow travelers to stay in an interesting place and also board their horse or horses in an eight-stall barn. The spacious property also includes a fenced-in pasture where the horses are free to run and graze.
In 1996, Parkside owner Karen Bloxsom and her family moved from New Jersey to rural Randolph County and constructed a ranch-style house. The Bloxsom... Read More »
