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 Attractions Championship (7080 yards). 9 holes, par 36. Golf amenities include clubhouse, putting green, and pro shop. Open year-round. Call 336/786-6616 for more information.
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Come spend the night at Andy's Homeplace located at 711
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 BusinessesServes lunch and dinner with brunch on Sun. Nice selection of foods, including creative American appetizers, soups, salads, ...
1500-acre park with boating, skiing, sailing, fishing, family campground with 115 sites, indoor/outdoor tennis center, picnic...
In business 29 years, owned by Richard and Jacqueline Morgan, committed to excitement, quality, southern service and variety ...
Seafood, sandwiches, burgers and our famous chicken wings served by the Hooter's girls. Open daily for lunch and dinner. ...