Granite Falls, NC
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About Granite Falls
- • Musician Etta Baker, known for her Piedmont blues style, was born in Granite Falls.
- • The original Broyhill Furniture Company, a major furniture manufacturer, was founded near Granite Falls.
- • The Western North Carolina Railroad spurred growth, connecting Granite Falls to larger markets.
- • Legend says a Native American princess leapt to her death at a local waterfall.
- • A devastating flood in 1916 significantly altered the landscape and infrastructure.
- • Named for the granite falls on the Catawba River, it was incorporated in 1881.
- • With around 4,800 residents, it's smaller than nearby Lenoir.
- • Sitting at 961 feet, the elevation offers views of the surrounding foothills.
- • Manufacturing, especially furniture and textiles, provides a significant number of jobs.
- • Granite Falls offers a peaceful, small-town feel with a strong sense of community.