GRAHAM
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Graham Community
Original Content by Carl Johnson
With a population of over 17,000 and growing, the City of Graham is a fun, up-and-coming town that is putting effort into becoming a place you want to live, love, and work in. Located in Alamance County, West of The Triangle, you can find a business and art district that is supported by its community as well as local governments.
A town rich in history and built by hard laborers, Graham's industry has been a way of life for years. Textile Mills and Cotton Mills were large employers of the area in the 1800s and set the groundwork for the hard-working small-town feel. To learn more about the city’s history check out the Graham Historical Museum which is housed in the town's old Fire House (https://www.cityofgraham.com/arts-culture/)
With a population of over 17,000 and growing, the City of Graham is a fun, up-and-coming town that is putting effort into becoming a place you want to live, love, and work in. Located in Alamance County, West of The Triangle, you can find a business and art district that is supported by its community as well as local governments.
A town rich in history and built by hard laborers, Graham's industry has been a way of life for years. Textile Mills and Cotton Mills were large employers of the area in the 1800s and set the groundwork for the hard-working small-town feel. To learn more about the city’s history check out the Graham Historical Museum which is housed in the town's old Fire House (https://www.cityofgraham.com/arts-culture/)
The offices of the town's parks and recreation departments are also located in the Graham Historical Museum. This is a great place to stop by and learn about popular events and happenings in the area. The town is putting a lot of effort behind Graham, supporting its parks and creating new spaces.
Some great annual events you don’t want to miss are:
Some great annual events you don’t want to miss are:
- Slice of Summer (June)
- Summer Chill & Thrill (all summer long)
- “Graham Recreation & Parks is popping up at Graham Regional Park this summer with our Park & Play Mobile Recreation Van! Join us for sweet treats, summer beats, and fun activities for everyone! What to expect: yard games, music, and summer-themed fun for all ages!” (Summer Chill & Thrill: Summer Park Pop-Ups - City of Graham, NC)
- Thursdays at Seven Concert Series (May - September)
- “The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003 featuring a variety of music from beach to country to top 40 favorites presented by local and regional bands! Join Graham Recreation & Parks on the fourth Thursday of each month (May – September) for the Thursdays at Seven Concert Series, with an additional concert added to the September schedule. Grab your lawn chair for music and fun for the whole family! Don’t forget to check out local businesses in Graham before the show” (Thursdays at Seven Concert Series – The Mason Lovette Band – NEW DATE 10/03 - City of Graham, NC)!
- Movies in the Park (summer/fall) @ Bill Cooke Park
- Graham Walks (October - November)
- Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash (October)
- Downtown Ice Skating Rink (November - December)
- Tree Lighting Celebration (December)
“In 2020, the NC Department of Commerce selected Graham to participate in the Downtown Associate Community (DAC) Program. This initiative through the NC Main Street and Rural Planning Center is designed to equip the City with the tools to build a sustainable organizational foundation and conduct strategic economic development in downtown Graham” (About Graham - City of Graham, NC).
Some great local businesses and restaurants to visit while in Graham are:
Roast Coffee Depot - Roasted Coffee Depot < Graham Coffee Shop, Cafe and Gift Shop
Forgotten Road Ales - Home | Forgotten Road Ales
The Main Line Artisan Market - Best Local Artisan Marketplace and Gift Shop | The Main Line
Graham Cinema - https://www.grahamcinema.net/
Fitzgerald & Faulkner (A Southern Cocktail Haunt) - Fitzgerald & Faulkner
Graham Soda Shop & Grill - Home | grahamsodashop
Court Square Florist - Graham Florist - Flower Delivery by Court Square Florist
CLICK HERE https://www.grahamareabusinessassociation.org/ to visit the website for the Graham Area Business Association and discover more about this wonderful community.
Roast Coffee Depot - Roasted Coffee Depot < Graham Coffee Shop, Cafe and Gift Shop
Forgotten Road Ales - Home | Forgotten Road Ales
The Main Line Artisan Market - Best Local Artisan Marketplace and Gift Shop | The Main Line
Graham Cinema - https://www.grahamcinema.net/
Fitzgerald & Faulkner (A Southern Cocktail Haunt) - Fitzgerald & Faulkner
Graham Soda Shop & Grill - Home | grahamsodashop
Court Square Florist - Graham Florist - Flower Delivery by Court Square Florist
CLICK HERE https://www.grahamareabusinessassociation.org/ to visit the website for the Graham Area Business Association and discover more about this wonderful community.
Graham’s convenient location to Interstate 40 and 85 makes it a great location to get to other towns such as Durham and Greensboro quickly. The city of Graham also has the best that the great outdoors of North Carolina has to offer. Graham-Mebane Lake is under 15 minutes away from downtown giving you access to year-long boating, fishing, hiking, and more. The 650-acre reservoir is a fun place for anyone to enjoy. “As a source for recreation, Graham-Mebane Lake offers sport fishing, boating, skiing, paddle sports (stand-up paddleboards are welcomed), bank fishing, and picnicking. The facility features a marina office where sales of user permits, bait, fishing supplies, concessions, and paddle vessel rentals are performed. A seven-lane boat ramp offers ample space for loading and retrieving several boats at once. There are two docks for securing boats and a kayak launch with handrails and rollers for easy launching of kayaks and canoes. The bank fishing area features approximately 1000 feet of shoreline, two fishing piers, multiple fish attractors, picnic tables, and a shelter. The Lake offers several tournaments and family programs throughout the year; however, no swimming or wading is allowed” (GRPD Lake - City of Graham, NC).
CLICK HERE to see events the city of Graham’s Park and Rec Department hosts and support along the lake. From pontoon tours to paddle boarding cruises the fun is never-ending!
Graham is a city that loves its people and is thriving in making connections between their history, art, and new business development. A town is a vision of “strengthening our community by connecting people through parks and programs” (Recreation & Parks - City of Graham, NC) has nothing but a positive bright future ahead as it continues to grow and welcome new residents.
We assist our clients in Graham with buying or selling their homes. Looking to sell your home? CLICK HERE to review a Q&A on the topic of selling, and how we at Carl Johnson Real Estate are here for you.
Graham is a city that loves its people and is thriving in making connections between their history, art, and new business development. A town is a vision of “strengthening our community by connecting people through parks and programs” (Recreation & Parks - City of Graham, NC) has nothing but a positive bright future ahead as it continues to grow and welcome new residents.
We assist our clients in Graham with buying or selling their homes. Looking to sell your home? CLICK HERE to review a Q&A on the topic of selling, and how we at Carl Johnson Real Estate are here for you.