Greensboro is made of three major cities: Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem. Greensboro has lots of history in the civil rights movement, and a notable museum dedicated to its history. Greensboro played a major part in the Revolutionary War, indicating the turning point for the colonists. Greensboro was named after a notable general, Nathanel Greene. The Greensboro Mural Project provides local artists with a platform to create art. Greensboro also has many notable colleges and universities.
Key Takeaways:
- Otherwise known as the Piedmont, Greensboro is one of three cities (High Point and Winston-Salem are the others) that make up the area.
- Textiles were a leading employer in Greensboro, with the Cone brothers’ textile empire that started in the 19th century and extended into the 20th.
- Over the years, Greensboro has introduced some well-known people to the world. From short story writer O.Henry, to journalist Edward R. Murrow, the city also claims Dolley Madison.
“One of the most famous events was the 1960 sit-in at the Woolworth’s lunch counter.”