Why Greensboro is the City for You
Greensboro’s history is one comprised of resilience, progress, and creativity. From its early days as a center for commerce and transportation to its pivotal role in the civil rights movement, Greensboro’s past has shaped its present identity. Perhaps no moment in Greensboro’s history is more pivotal than the Woolworth’s sit-in, a courageous act of protest in downtown Greensboro in 1960, which marked a turning point in the fight for civil rights. Today, Greensboro’s vibrant arts scene, dynamic neighborhoods, and commitment to social justice honor its past while embracing the innovation needed to sustain itself for the future.
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Five things you may not know about Greensboro
- Greensboro is the third largest city by population in North Carolina (after Charlotte and Raleigh).
- The earliest inhabitants of the region were the Saura (or Cheraw) and Keyauwee.
- Greensboro was originally spelled Greensborough, before dropping the extra letters at the end of the 19th century.
- A number of colleges and universities call Greensboro home, such as North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Bennett College, University of North Carolina Greensboro, and Greensboro College.
- The author William Sidney Porter, better known to the world as O. Henry, was born in Greensboro in 1862.
Though the modes of transportation may have changed since Greensboro earned its nickname of The Gate City, today it continues to welcome visitors with classic Southern hospitality.
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