History

Panoramic Winston-Salem skyline views (1-3); two women placing tobacco leaf on a drying conveyor rack, 1961 (4); Seven women and one man de-stemming tobacco leaves by hand, undated, alongside The Reynolds headquarters building at night, circa 1950s (5); “Old Joe” of the Barnum & Bailey Circus, 1913 (6); one woman working a Camel quality control machine, April 1938, alongside two women inspecting Camels,1945 (7).
History
See how tobacco shaped Winston-Salem with “Camel City”
Reynolda’s newest exhibition invites locals to learn more about the industrial legacy that helped build our city.
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Travel and Outdoors
How The Quarry at Grant Park transformed into one of Winston-Salem’s most unique spots
The once-operational quarry sat vacant for nearly two decades before being turned into a public park.
July 18, 2024
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Culture
Winston-Salem’s 1999 time capsule
What was Winston-Salem like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
July 3, 2024
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Events
Where to celebrate July 4 around Winston-Salem
From parties to parades, there are plenty of ways to celebrate America’s independence.
June 28, 2024
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Real Estate
$2.4 million historic ‘Huntlyholme’ for sale
The 100-year-old house on Country Club Road is a chance to own a piece of Winston-Salem history.
June 24, 2024
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Real Estate
Get the first look at the future Peter Oliver Pavilion Gallery
The public space will honor the life and legacy of a man who freed himself from enslavement.
June 18, 2024
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City
The story behind the only remaining shell-shaped gas station in Winston-Salem
The structure that started as a clever marketing campaign is still getting attention today.
May 31, 2024
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City
Explore the history of the Ardmore neighborhood
How much do you know about Winston-Salem’s largest residential area?
May 21, 2024
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Culture
How the sit-in movement spread and grew in Winston-Salem
Nonviolent protests at a lunch counter that started with one man grew to include nearly two dozen students. Their actions created change in the Twin City.
February 7, 2024
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Culture
Historic landmark turns into an upscale wedding venue
The Crest will be a one-stop shop for those looking to tie the knot at a unique wedding venue.
January 12, 2024
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History of the Frank Spencer Holiday Classic
High schools compete for bragging rights in the basketball tournament. It’s named after a man who influenced the sport locally.
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