General and Cosmetic Dentists Near Midway, NC

Midway, North Carolina is a small community located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina. The Piedmont Triad is made up of the region that sits in-between three of North Carolina’s major cities: Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem. The region’s European history began in the 1700’s when settlers began moving to the newly establish British colonies of North America. The first European settlers quickly displaced the Native American tribes that had been living in the area for thousand of years and laid claim to the land. The original European settlers were all some form of religious minority, each seeking to lay claim to their own part of the American dream. The major religious sects to settle the area were the Moravians, Scotch-Irish Catholics, Quakers, and German Lutherans.

Midway gets its name because of its location. It is located exactly half way between Winston-Salem and Lexington, North Carolina. The township has existed for a few hundred years, but its incorporation is very recent. The town just officially became incorporated in 2006.

Today

Today the population of Midway is around 5,000 people. Despite its size, the community has remained a dynamic part of the Piedmont Triad because of its location within the major city centers of the area.

Things to do

The location of the community is perfect for getting around in the surrounding area and the cities that offer many things to do. The most well-known tourist destination in the area is the Old Salem District of Winston-Salem. The area is known for its preservation of history that thousands of people come to see annually. The Old Salem District is a living museum that is made up of hundreds of houses that have been preserved to resemble the original Moravian settlement that existed there. The architecture is impressive enough, but to add to the experience the museum employs hundreds of actors to portray period age people and interact with visitors. When visiting you really do feel like you’ve been transported back in time. There are several other museum experiences in the area as well. A few of the most well-known are the  Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art, the Frank L. Horton Museum, the local Children’s Museum, the Reynolda House Museum of American Art, the New Winston Museum, and the Historic Bethabara Park. All of which will impress and educate visitors of all ages. In addition to the museums and history, the area is also home to several outdoor venues and parks that are sure to provide various activities for the whole family.

One of the more famous parks in the region is Tanglewood Park which is located a short drive from Midway. Tanglewood Park is home to many gardens, a beautiful lake, and several outdoor spaces. In addition to that, every year the park is transformed into a winter wonderland during its Festival of Lights. Visitors come from all over the Piedmont Region to take it in. In addition to Tanglewood Park, the community is located within driving distance of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, which is a beautiful place to take a stroll.