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About Hickory
Furniture-manufacturing capital of the world, Hickory draws innumerable shoppers and visitors to its well-stocked furniture malls, which contain acres of showrooms and galleries. About 60% of the nation's furniture is crafted within a 200-mile radius of Hickory. Plus, scenic beauty and Southern hospitality abound. The... [read more]
Hickory Factoid
Who says technology is only the domain of large cities? Hickory's public library has the distinction of being the first such facility in North America to capitalize on smart-card technology. The card not only lets you check out books but controls money in your account, allows Internet access, and holds in its memory computer-surfing preferences. First used in athletic arenas, it's a great source of independence for patrons and library staff alike.