Hickory in Catawba County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)

Forest for Everyone

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 29, 2022

1. Forest for Everyone Marker

Inscription. This seven-acre arboretum was purchased by the City in 1904. Besides its place as the City's first true park, the space became a large outdoor arboretum, originally containing some 250 different species of trees and plantings. George F. Ivey, a local furniture manufacturer, was responsible for planting and labeling the many species, some of which were imported from other countries. The park was renamed in honor of retired Councilwoman Sally M. Fox.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.

Location. 35° 43.981′ N, 81° 19.993′ W. Marker is in Hickory, North Carolina, in Catawba County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Avenue Northeast and 1st Avenue Northeast, on the right when traveling west on Main Avenue Northeast. Marker is on the Hickory City Walk Trail. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hickory NC 28601, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First United Methodist Church 1952 (approx. ¼ mile away); Claremont College (approx. ¼ mile away); City of Hickory (approx. ¼ mile away); Frame Church (approx. 0.3 miles away); University Mill District (approx. 0.4 miles away); Old Hickory Tavern (approx. 0.4 miles

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away); Hickory Tavern (approx. 0.4 miles away); Union Square (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hickory.

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 29, 2022

2. Forest for Everyone Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on November 14, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 14, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 61 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 14, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.