LIncolnton, North Carolina

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Lincolnton, NC

Looking for small-town charm within driving distance of the big city? Lincolnton is worth your consideration.

Center for Carolina Living

incolnton is a family-friendly small town of 10, 400 within a 45-minute drive of Charlotte. It offers a well rounded experience in small town living, including an active Theater Guild, Arts Council, Historical Association, Community Concerts Association, Choral Guild, and a chapter of the North Carolina Symphony Association, all housed in the Lincoln Cultural Center, located in the former Baptist Church downtown.

he spirit of volunteerism, civic pride, and responsibility run deep in this small town. The stately Greek Revival county courthouse sits in the center of the downtown area.

The town is only 40 minutes from the popular Lake Norman. The eastern border of Lincoln County follows the shoreline of the region's largest lake with 520 miles of shoreline. A Rails to Trails walking trail is popular, and residents can enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities at the Betty Ross Park. The Denver Mountain Bike and Running Trail recently opened in nearby Denver.

Many of the old Federal-style homes in the historic district have been restored or preserved. The county is the only one in North Carolina to have six churches listed on the National Register of Historic Places. No one company dominates the local economy and the community has done a good job in attracting well-known national and international companies to invest in plants in the area. The cost of living is lower than the national average. Gaston College is augmented by eight colleges and universities within forty-five miles. Among the better known are Davidson College and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Article written by Gerald Sweitzer

There’s lots to do in Lincolnton, starting with recreation. The mountains are to the west, while fabulous Lake Norman is just east. Apple Festivals and concerts bring folks together for fun. A carriage ride in winter brings in the best of the fourth season. Shoppers delight in the pottery and antique galleries, as well as unique gift shops and boutiques filled with nostalgia.