Surry County, North Carolina
Atkinson, Samuel Josiah, House
Bank of Pilot Mountain, (Former)
Carter, W. F., House
Carter, William, House
Cedar Point
Country Club Estates Historic District
Cundiff, C. C., House
Downtown Elkin Historic District
Franklin, Bernard, House
Graves, Ben and Barbara, House
Gwyn Avenue-Bridge Street Historic District
Hauser Farm
Haystack Farm
Hennis, Edgar Harvey, House
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital, (former)
J. J. Jones High School
Lebanon Hill Historic District
Marion House and Marion Brothers Store
Moore, William Alfred, House
Mount Airy Historic District
Mount Airy Historic District (Boundary Increase)
North Carolina Granite Corporation Quarry Complex
Renfro Mill
Ridge Westfield Elementary School
Rockford Historic District
Surry County Courthouse
Taylor Park Historic District
Trinity Episcopal Church
90 MM Gun Tank M47 Patton
Carlos Jones Blue Ridge Park
Common High Flyers of Pilot Mountain
Confederate Soldiers of Surry County
Donna Fargo
Easter Brothers
Elkin Manufacturing Company
Eng and Chang Bunker
Floyd Eugene "Flip" Rees
Fred Cockerham
Hardin Taliaferro
Historic Earle Theater
Jesse Franklin
Leonidas Harold "L.H." Jones
Pilot Mountain
Prescribed Fire
Ralph Epperson
Reeves Homeplace
Rockford
Slave Cemetery
Stonemans Raid
Stonemans Raid
Surry County Muster Site
Surry Muster Field
Tabitha A. Holton
The Andy Griffith Show
The Kings Mountain Campaign of 1780
The Mill Worker
The Whittler
The Whittling Wall
Tommy Jarrell
In the mid-1700s, Surry County was established as a part of Rowan County. The town of Surry Court House, later renamed Rockford, became the county seat. The county played a crucial role during the American Revolutionary War, with many residents supporting the cause for independence. The Battle of Shallow Ford, fought in present-day Yadkin County but involving many Surry County militiamen, was a notable conflict of the war.
With the emergence of the railroad in the 19th century, Surry County experienced economic growth and development. The towns of Mount Airy, Dobson, and Elkin became vital hubs for trade and transportation. Furniture manufacturing, textile mills, and tobacco farming flourished, driving the local economy. Mount Airy's Granite Quarry, one of the world's largest open-faced granite quarries, also played a significant role in the county's economic development.
Surry County is also known for its association with the iconic American television show, "The Andy Griffith Show." Andy Griffith, the show's creator and star, was born in Mount Airy and drew inspiration from his experiences growing up in the area. Mount Airy, which is often referred to as the "real" Mayberry, pays tribute to the show with various tourist attractions, including the Andy Griffith Museum and the Mayberry Squad Car Tours.
Today, Surry County continues to thrive as a blend of agricultural, industrial, and tourist activities. It proudly embraces its past while embracing progress and growth for the future. With its natural beauty, charming small towns, and vibrant community spirit, Surry County remains a beloved part of North Carolina's history and culture.
Brief timeline of the history of Surry County, North Carolina:
- 1771 - Surry County is established as a county in the state of North Carolina
- 1777 - The county's first courthouse is constructed in Rockford
- 1790 - The county seat is moved to Dobson
- 1836 - The town of Mount Airy is incorporated
- 1851 - The first railroad, the Richmond and Danville Railroad, is completed in the county
- 1893 - The Southern Railway opens a depot in Mount Airy, boosting the town's economy
- 1934 - The Granite Corporation quarry, now known as North Carolina Granite Corporation, is established in Mount Airy
- 1990s - The television series "The Andy Griffith Show" brings fame to Mount Airy, known as the inspiration for the fictional town of Mayberry
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Surry County, North Carolina.