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Hickory, North
Carolina reveals a vibrant community that serves as the economic and
geographic center of the Greater Hickory MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area).
Surrounded by shimmering lakes in the foothills of the majestic Blue
Ridge Mountains, Hickory abounds with recreational activities.
The city of Hickory had 37,222
residents according to the 2000 Census. Hickory’s
Metropolitan Area reported 341,851 residents, making it NC’s fourth
largest metropolitan area. Along with Durham
and High Point,
Hickory is one of North Carolina’s fastest growing cities. The city of Hickory
lies primarily within Catawba
County; however, the city line also spreads into sections of Burke
and Caldwell
counties.
The Hickory Metro Area is a heavily concentrated industrial area that is home
to the corporate headquarters of forty firms, which are responsible for bringing
$500 million in sales to the area. Hickory and the surrounding 200-mile radius
provide nearly 60% of the nation’s furniture needs, earning Hickory the title
of “Furniture Capital of the World”. Well-known companies such as Broyhill,
Classic Leather
and Drexel Heritage
operate facilities here.
In addition to the furniture manufacturing facilities, visitors can find some
of the world’s finest opportunities for furniture shopping in Hickory. The Hickory
Furniture Mart is one such opportunity, where more than 100 retailers
represent an amazing array of furniture selections. The downtown area also hosts
numerous specialty shops, including the Hickory
Antiques Mall.
Residents enjoy all the amenities of a bustling city, with excellent schools
and beautiful scenery complemented by four dazzling seasons. Hickory is privy to
a refreshingly temperate climate with an average year round temperature of 69
degrees. Hickory lies at the convergence of Interstate
40, US
Highway 70 and US
Highway 321. Its strategic location, just 50 miles northwest of Charlotte,
70 miles east of Asheville
and 90 miles west of Greensboro,
provides an ideal environment for business endeavors. Reader’s
Digest named the Hickory Metro Area the 10th Best Place to Live and Raise a
Family in the United States.
Golfers and outdoor enthusiasts of every ilk utilize Hickory’s recreational
facilities for the majority of the year. The PGA
Tour stops in Hickory, NC
each year for the Greater
Hickory Classic held at the Rock
Barn Golf and Spa. Other exciting sporting events include bass tournaments
on Lake Hickory, the Hickory
Crawdads minor league baseball games and NASCAR
racing at the Hickory
Motor Speedway. Hickory’s other popular destinations include the Hickory
Museum of Art, Catawba
Science Center, the Western
Piedmont Symphony and picturesque drives along the Blue
Ridge Parkway.
Hickory,
North Carolina is a
dynamic city known for its southern hospitality and its furniture wares. With
the stunning backdrop of the Blue
Ridge Mountains and the convenience of the area’s modern amenities,
Hickory is the idyllic location to live, work or play.
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