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Introduction to Siler City, North Carolina
Siler City, North Carolina, in Chatham county, is 30 miles SE of Greensboro, North Carolina (center to center) and 46 miles W of Raleigh, North Carolina. It is part of the surrounding Raleigh - Durham - Chapel Hill metro area and is home to some 6,966 residents.
Siler City History
Siler Cit, which was first settled in the 1750s, was incorporated as a town on March 7, 1887. The town is located in Chatham County, which was created in 1771. The county, which was originally part of Orange County, was named in honor of the 1st Earl of Chatham. The first settlers of the county were English Quakers. Siler City is also the hometown of Frances Bavier, an American actress well known for her role as Aunt Bee in "The Andy Griffith Show".
Siler City and Nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Siler City
Siler City offers easy access to popular attractions in the area like the North Carolina Zoo and the Greensboro Arboretum. The Richard Petty Museum, and House in the Horseshoe State Historic Site have exhibits which showcase the historical and cultural background of the area. The North Carolina Pottery Center displays the arts and crafts of the prehistoric Native Americans. The Emerald Pointe Water Park, Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, and Eno River State Park offer facilities for the enjoyment of various activities like hiking, picnicking, swimming, boating, and fishing.
Siler City Transportation
Air transportation is available from the Piedmont Triad International Airport.
Siler City Higher Education
Colleges close to Siler City are Central Carolina Community College, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Elon College.
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