Modern-day Moravians can still trace their ancestors to the authentically restored living history community.
Open every month but January, the Williamsburg-like town is especially delightful to visit near Christmas.
By 1889 the post office had combined the two towns solidifying their relationship.
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Today, Winston-Salem embraces its history while turning toward its future as a vibrant city.
Here are our favorite things to do while visiting Winston-Salem.
Largely under the radar, Old Salem in Winston-Salem has a rich history.
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It is the home of the first recorded Fourth of July Celebration and the center of the Moravian community.
The best way to see Old Salem is with Triad Eco Adventures on a segway.
The tour begins in the old village to orient visitors before whipping through the more contemporary parts of town.
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Here is where the Moravians established the nation’s oldest-known medicinal garden and the only documented colonial garden.
Katharines vision was to create a self-sustaining farm complete with lush community gardens.
Theodores is a quaint restaurant, bar, and market.
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Walking into the space is like stepping from North Carolina right into a Parisienne delicatessen.
Find Dough-Joes coffee and doughnuts downstairs where pastries and coffee are both served fresh and warm.
Take a spin through the college which moved from the Raleigh area to Winston-Salem in 1956.
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Less than 30 minutes from the city, this solitary hill rises 2,421 feet.
Then take a break for a laser or planetarium show in the Digital Dome.
The formula is a sweet combination of flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and potatoes.
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On your way there, pause at the historic marker just a few steps away from the bakery.
It was here in 1937 that the worlds first Krispy Kreme opened.
Make a reservation for the five-course, prix fixe menu for a special experience.
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In summer, The Coalpit also features live concerts.
Foothills Brewing is downtown’s largest and oldest brewpub and offers a full menu of pub grub.
you could also head out of town to visit the brewing facility’s 28-tap tasting room.
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1703 Restaurant serves French and nouvelle Southern cuisine.
Elevate your Sunday brunch there with Scallops & Grits or Beef Tenderloin Benedict.
Look closely, and youll see it resembles another famous architectural wonder: New York Citys Empire State Building.
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