November 26,1897: Wachovia Historical Society Meets
On this day in 1897, the Wachovia Historical Society held its first annual meeting. The meeting was held on the second floor of the Boys’ School. Three members of the society presented papers, a...
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July 29,1897: Opera House Conversion Underway
On this day in 1897, the Union Republican announced that the old Opera House will be converted into a home for the YMCA. The above photo shows the building on the corner of West...
January 11, 1897: Forsyth County Courthouse Opens
On this date: January 11, 1897. The second courthouse for Forsyth County opened on this date for business. It was designed by Frank Milburn, who also designed the train depot on Chestnut Street, First...