Hidden Treasures

Anson County Arts Council

     Anson County is alive with art! You will be amazed by the many talents we have right here in our backyard.  From innovative potters to impressionistic portrait artists, the Anson County Arts Council is host to a number of undiscovered, yet talented artists.
     For more information, visit www.ansoncountyartscouncil.org

Anson County Historical Society

     Anson County when it was first founded in 1750 stretched all the way to the Mississippi River.  It was named in honor of Lord George Anson, the first British sailor to circle the globe.  Our people take great pride in those who came before us. From the Anson “Regulators,” who in 1768 demanded reform from British rule, to Hugh Hammond Bennett, a native son who revolutionized the world’s natural habitat through soil and water conservation districts.
     During your visit you won’t want to miss the Boggan-Hammond House. This original structure was built in 1783 by Captain Patrick Boggan, one of Wadesboro's founders as well as one of 98 Regulators who signed the Protest Paper of 1768. Other museums include the Ashe-Covington Medical Museum, the Tom Little Museum, and the recently opened Wadesboro High School Museum. In addition, while out enjoying a scenic drive, you might want to pull over and check out any one of 500 cemeteries located across the county.
     For more information, visit www.ansonhistoric.org

Historic Uptown Wadesboro

     The Uptown Wadesboro business district boasts architecture reminiscent of its long history as a cotton and textile town when Wadesboro was the center of shopping, entertainment and dining for all of Anson County.
     Years ago, young and old traveled into Wadesboro from the surrounding countryside to visit the many shops that lined the streets of Uptown streets. A variety of businesses including women's dress shops, dry goods stores, hardware stores, soda fountains, dimes stores, a tea room, a bowling alley and a movie theatre, offered such an assortment of shopping that no one left the county. That shopping district is still alive and offers visitors to our town modern day shopping in an historic setting.
     The Town of Wadesboro is proud to be a Main Street town in the NC Main Street Program since 1984.  Wadesboro's business district has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1999.
     For more information, visit www.uptownwadesboro.com.

Fancy Crafts

     Charming and unique gift and collectibles shop featuring North Carolina handcrafts, pottery, artwork, picture framing, candles, jewelry, handbags, flags and banners, birdhouses, goat milk bath products, N.C. wines, lamps and much more. North Carolina pottery created in the on-site studio includes unique pottery sculptures (a collaboration by Danny Beachum and Mike Jackson) and other beautifully hand-thrown pottery pieces that are both functional and decorative.
     For more information, visit www.fancycrafts.net

Forever Inn Bed and Breakfast

     Located at the edge of the Uptown Wadesboro business district, The Forever Inn Bed & Breakfast is a beautiful Queen Anne built in 1910 for a prominent local businessman. Merrie and Dave, the owner/innkeepers, offer a distinctive lodging experience and warm & friendly hospitality. Downstairs, guests may lounge in the living room or library (with game table and TV). Delicious full breakfasts are homemade with an emphasis on fresh and local ingredients. Breakfast is served in the large mahogany dining room, a favorite room of many guests. Three charming guestrooms upstairs offer private baths, cable TV, quality linens and comfortable elegance. Wireless internet access is available.
     The Forever Inn is fortunate to have many original architectural features including elaborate woodwork, high ceilings and a large wraparound front porch, complete with rockers.
     Room rates from $79 per night, single or double occupancy. Multiple night discounts are available. For reservations or information, call 704-695-1304 or e-mail info@theforeverinn.com. For details and pictures, please visit the Inn’s website at www.theforeverinn.com.

Granny Hollow Pottery

     A truly unique and charming shop specializing in North Carolina pottery and handcrafted items by regional and local artists. Danny Beachum of Granny Hollow Pottery creates beautiful decorative and functional pottery in his on-site studio. Beachum and Mike Jackson collaborated on unique pottery sculptures featured in the shop, as well as many other beautifully hand-thrown pottery works. You'll also discover charming and unique gifts and collectibles featuring N.C. handcrafts, artwork, picture framing, candles, jewelry, handbags, flags and banners, birdhouses, goat milk bath products, N.C. wines, lamps and much more. Pottery classes are offered through the local community college.      For more information, visit www.fancycrafts.net/grannyhollowpottery.html.

H.W. Little & Co.

     This is Anson County's oldest retail business (1895) and still offers hardware essentials, including paint, lumber, plywood, plumbing supplies, fertilizer, assorted tools, gardening tools and equipment. Fishing rods and reels, hooks, sinkers, line and bobbers are also available.
     For more information, visit www.hwlittle.doitbest.com.

Lacy's

     Offers collectibles, including a wide range of Tom Clark Gnomes and gifts.

Lord George Anson Antiques

     Displays and sells antiques and collectibles, glassware, books, postcards, cabinets and odds 'n' ends. For an appointment, call Ralph Coble at either of the phone numbers listed.

Sooweet Treats

     Features a 1950s soda shop ambience with checkerboard flooring tiles. Snacks include cake squares, cupcakes, peanut butter balls, coconut balls, lemon squares and cake by the slice and varies day-to-day.

Wadesboro Rotary Planetarium and Science Center

     The Rotary Planetarium and Science Learning Center was created in 2003 with the vision of introducing science through a hands-on approach.  The Wadesboro Rotary club took on the project and raised over $200,000 through grants and local contributions.
     The Rotary Planetarium and Science Learning Center’s Starlab projector has the capability to currently show seventeen different presentations.  These presentations include the night sky, Chinese mythology, bird migration, ocean currents, weather, constellations, biological cells, and much more.
     The Center also includes several NASA exhibits featuring Hubble Telescope images, a 757 cockpit simulator, and a touch screen kiosk.  Along with the NASA exhibits, there is an extensive display outlining the life and work of Anson County native John Kiker, a NASA engineer.
     In the earth and environmental area, a 2,000 square foot exhibit "The Lives of the Tree" is on display. This exhibit allows students to explore the make-up of a tree’s canopy, as well as its understory. There is also an erosion table, tree ring counter, and magnetic ant bed for hands-on exploration.
      Finally, in the life science area, students can observe live animals such as "Bubba" the 74-inch black snake, "Froda" the gecko, and "Bella" the parakeet. Several animal pelts and more than 50 mounted animals are on display, as well. Mounts include: an Alaskan brown bear, elk, and wild boar.
     For more information, contact 704-694-7016.

Ashe-Covington Medical Museum

     Built in 1890, this small building was owned by Dr. Edmund Ashe and Dr. Jimmy Covington. The historic house is now a museum serving as a tribute to the medical profession, showcasing artifacts of medical life and history of Anson County. The Ashe-Covington Museum is preserved and managed by the Historical Society.

Boggan-Hammond House
and Alexander Little Wing

     The original house was built in 1783 by Captain Patrick Boggan, a founder of the town, donated the land for the town of Wadesborough. This colorful Irishman and 98 regulators signed the Protest Paper of April 2, 1768. In 1839, Alexander Little made an addition to the original structure, and which was named the "Alexander Little Wing." During the restoration of the house, the Boggan Hammond House was separated from the Alexander Little House Wing. Both houses are furnished with period furnishings and artifacts including items from the original structures.

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