Built in 1907 as the private residence of Henry Fries Shaffner, the co-founder of Wachovia Loan and Trust, this extravagant Victorian-style mansion boasts Tiger oak hand-carved paneling, original coal-burning fireplaces, a grand staircase and priceless antiques. This 8-bedroom inn is perfect for quiet nights away or corporate and private events. Located in downtown Winston-Salem, it […]
A historic landmark, this large, tin coffee pot was built in 1858 by Moravian tinsmiths Julius and Samuel Mickey. It was made as an advertisement for their tin shop on South Main Street. In 1959, it was relocated to the north end of Old Salem.
A charming, original Moravian settlement! It is the only remaining independent, continuously active Moravian village in the South. Well worth a visit.
Beautiful park by an old Moravain village. Stop by for the Highland Games or concert series, hikes, or to visit the archaeological site of the Bethabara Mill.
This historic home is now a museum of American art. Today, works by Georgia O’Keeffe, Grant Wood, Stuart Davis, and Jacob Lawrence hang on the walls of the restored house, while changing exhibitions are featured in a 3,000 square-foot-gallery. Decorative arts and archival objects complete the Museum’s three collections.
Summit Street Inns, located in the historic West End neighborhood, is comprised of the Ludlow and Sheppard houses, both historic architectural masterpieces. Summit Street Inns was extensively restored to the highest historic standards from 2020-2023. It is now open to the public, boasting of 10 well-appointed overnight guest rooms and over-the-top bathroom accommodations exceeding any […]
The most amazing gardens with so many beautiful flowers, plants, trees and bushes. Free and open to the public during daylight hours.
Reynolda Village is an adorable little grouping of shops and restaurants right next to Wake Forest University. There is a great running trail that connects the Village to WFU, and there is also a trail that circles the Reynolda House lawn and field.
