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

Union Square

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 29, 2022

1. Union Square Marker

Inscription. This area is the central commercial area of Hickory. It developed in the center of a parcel of land, originally owned by Henry W. Robinson. The name Union Square was first used in 1913. A street previously ran in front of the shops, but now the area has been redeveloped as a pedestrian mall, with WiFi, murals, Cannon Hill, and The Sails on the Square, which was built in 2012. This area provides opportunities for a variety of downtown events throughout the year.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.

Location. 35° 43.915′ N, 81° 20.424′ W. Marker is in Hickory, North Carolina, in Catawba County. Marker can be reached from Union Square Northwest. Marker is on Hickory City Walk trail, between the railroad track and the southern parking aisle of Union Square, near the Hickory Farmers Market. 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. Henry Weidner Robinson (within shouting distance of this marker); Hickory Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Hickory Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); 210MM German Howitzer (within shouting distance of this marker); Tower of Miracles

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(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lowes Foods City Park (about 700 feet away); Frame Church (about 700 feet away); City of Hickory (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hickory.

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 29, 2022

2. Union Square 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 108 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 14, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.