Mount Airy is the home of the world's largest open faced granite quarry. The quarry has been in operation since 1889. Many of Mount Airy's churches, homes and businesses are made of Mount Airy granite.
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The Mayberry Jail is a local re-creation of "The Courthouse" seen in so many episodes of the The Andy Griffith Show. The Old City Jail was Mount Airy's real jail for many years. The Old City Jail is also the site of the annual Mayberry Days Proclamation by the Mayor. The vintage 1962
Mount Airy, NC Other AttractionsAndy Griffith fans are in for a real treat when they stay at the Mayberry Motor Inn, located along Highway 52 Bypass. Inn keeper, Alma Venable, shares her Andy Griffith memorabilia collection in Aunt Bea's Room. Ima went to the real estate sale of "Aunt Bea"
Mount Airy, NC BusinessesWhether you are visiting Mount Airy on business or visiting "Mayberry"
Mount Airy, NC Businesses Built by merchant and landowner Jefferson Davis Smith, this Victorian-style home contains period furnishings and is on National Register of Historic Places. Call 1-800-576-0231 tour schedule.
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Durham and North Carolina historical documents, maps, records and photographic archives. ...
Antiques, furniture, and collectibles. ...
Four-story inside-corridor, 133 room hotel. Four suites available at this limited-service property near downtown Raleigh and ...
Outdoor pool, work-out room, coin-op laundry for guests, Sunday buffet in restaurant. (rest. seats 199) Bar open 5pm, Mon-Sat...
An American grill. Excellent cuisine prepared from scratch and served in a friendly atmosphere. Daily specials. Reservations ...