Surround Yourself with Anson's Hidden Treasures ...

P.O. Box 332/110 S. Rutherford St., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone: 704.694.4950/Fax: 704.695.1212
Website: www.ansoncountyartscouncil.org
E-mail: ansonart@windstream.net

     The Anson County Arts Council is a catalyst that reaches out to the entire community through local, regional and national programs that include theater, music, dance, visual art, creative writing and poetry, art exhibitions, special events and festivals.
     Cultural and educational experiences are available to all ages with special emphasis placed on children, youths and those who may have had little previous involvement with art and cultural activities. Local artists are encouraged to showcase their art forms in the arts council's gallery.
     The arts council believes the arts are for everyone in Anson County and the surrounding area. The goal is to entertain, educate and enhance our local economy through the medium of the Arts.

     The Anson County Arts Council is a non-profit organization that was established in 1978 by local art enthusiasts to enrich the cultural life of Anson County citizens. Many arts council projects are supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, with funding from the State of North Carolina and the National Endowment for the Arts, plus funds from foundations, grants, memberships and fundraisers.
     In addition to the monetary support, many local volunteers contribute their time and effort to ensure the arts council's success.
     Each year the Anson County Arts Council provides a variety of programs for the county -- to include Arts & Heritage Jazzy Night, pottery, Bowling for the Arts, a golf tournament, arts programs in the county schools, October People Fest and the Anson Theater Project.
     The mission of the Anson County Arts Council is to enrich the cultural lives of the people in Anson County by nurturing and supporting excellence in the arts, promoting, presenting and encouraging educational activities, and increasing the community’s awareness and appreciation for the arts.
     The arts council's gallery and office displays the work of many artists; and artwork may be purchased on-site. Visitors to Anson County are invited to personally come by the gallery, or visit the arts council's website to view displays and check out a calendar of events.

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206 E. Wade St., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone: 704.694.6694/Fax: 704.694.3763
Website: www.ansonhistoricalsociety.org
E-mail: ansonhistorical@windstream.net

Museum of Early America

     How much do you know about the tools and household items that were used by your ancestors of a hundred years ago? Would you recognize a hand-turned wringer used for washing clothes, or a butter churn or a hand-held block plane for making trim molding to decorate the inside of a house? Or how about tools used by a blacksmith to make rims for buggy wheels or horseshoes?
     The Anson County Historical Society's Museum of Early America is housed in the Leavitt House, 101 W. Martin St., Wadesboro. The Leavitt House is the only antebellum framed commercial building left in Anson County and is a fine example of the Greek Revival style.
     It was built in 1832 as a residence for Norfleet Boggan. The heavy double-paneled door of the main entrance was originally surrounded with many paned, beveled glass and the parlor featured a ceiling medallion.
     In 1876, Nathaniel Knight purchased the house and converted it into an inn. In 1935, Harvey Leavitt Sr. adapted its use as a funeral home. The house was donated to the historical society in 2007.
     Many years ago, Tom Little, a native entrepreneur of Anson County, started collecting antique tools, and through his continued efforts, assembled a large collection of assorted tools used by craftsmen of the past. After his passing, the Anson County Historical Society acquired the collection; the collection is now on display at the Leavitt House.
     Along with Little's collection, the historical society has acquired many more tools, and this entire collection is on display for the public to see. The display includes a large collection of block and shaping planes, hand augers, handsaws of all sizes, mallets and drawing planes.

     In addition, the museum has a collection of antique toy trucks, tractors and wagons. Farm implements pulled by mules or oxen, a blacksmith forge, spinning wheels for spinning yarn, antique vacuum cleaners and other household items are on display.
     For decades, Fulton Allen traveled over Anson County searching for Indian artifacts. After years of searching and collecting, he very artistically organized his collection of arrowheads and artifacts into displays.
     Today, almost an entire room in the Leavitt House has been dedicated to this collection of arrowheads and other Indian artifacts –- guaranteed to be the largest collection of this kind in Anson County. Some of these artifacts date back hundreds (and possibly thousands) of years.
     One room of the Leavitt House has been set aside totally to house and display a large collection of memorabilia relative to school days at Wadesboro High School, which existed from 1922 until 1967. This collection contains many pictures, football jerseys, school emblems, old football helmets, school flags, posters, ball caps, letter jackets, and many other items relating to Wadesboro High School.

Ashe-Covington Medical Museum

     Built in 1890, this small building was owned by Dr. Edmund Ashe and Dr. Jimmy Covington. The historic house (pictured left), located on the corner of South Washington and East Wade streets in uptown Wadesboro, is now a museum serving as a tribute to the medical profession, showcasing artifacts of medical life and history of Anson County. The Ashe-Covington Museum is preserved and managed by the Historical Society.

Boggan-Hammond House and Alexander Little Wing

     The original house was built in 1783 by Captain Patrick Boggan, a founder of the town (he donated the land for the town of Wadesborough). This colorful Irishman and 98 regulators signed the Protest Paper of April 2, 1768. In 1839, Alexander Little made an addition to the original structure, and which was named the "Alexander Little Wing." During the restoration of the house, the Boggan Hammond House was separated from the Alexander Little House Wing. Both houses are furnished with period furnishings and artifacts including items from the original structures. The Alexander Little House Wing fronts East Wade Street while the Boggan Hammond House (pictured right) is set back from the street (behind the Historical Society's office, 206 E. Wade St., in uptown Wadesboro).

Hours of Operation, Admission Charges

     The Historical Society's museums are open Monday thru Friday from 10:00 a.m. until noon, and from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.; and at other times by special appointment. To tour a single museum, the admission for adults is $3 and $1 for children; to tour all the museums, the admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.
     (Please remember that admission charges are for the purpose of keeping the museums in operation, and any donations are welcomed and appreciated).

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Phone: 704.694.5086
Website: www.griffinhilllodge.webs.com
E-mail: griffinteamnc@yahoo.com

     Nestled in the rolling terrain of southwestern Anson County, the Griffin Hill Lodge has long been known locally for its idyllic lakeside setting for corporate outings, weddings and family reunions.
     Owned by Al and Phyliss Griffin, the lodge was constructed with lumber from trees that were felled when Hurricane Hugo cut a destructive swath across the county in 1989. It took only two huge poplar trees to do the inside; the exterior is of pine. Originally designed as a preserve and a corporate hideaway, Griffin Hill soon emerged as a secluded site for other events -- such as church services, wedding and baby showers, and baptisms.
     The pine-lined lakeshore allows easy access for bank fishing (bream, bass and some catfish), bird-watching (Canada geese and egrets), swimming and canoeing. A small island, connected to shore by a boardwalk, is a favorite spot for the bride and groom to repeat their wedding vows; or for some quiet meditation or reading.
     The lodge is highlighted by three picture window panes, salvaged from a razed building in Charlotte, that gives the visitor a panoramic view of the lake and the surrounding woods. A porch allows for evening get-togethers for tall tales and friendly camaraderie. Inside, the lodge offers a living room nook with sofas, chairs, a television set and a stereo system. Adjacent to the living room area, is a play area that includes a full-sized billiards table. The lodge can accommodate 14 overnight visitors with triple-stacked bunk beds, double bunk beds and two bathrooms with showers. The lodge also comes with a commercial-sized kitchen to prepare in-house breakfasts and suppers.

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     The Uptown Wadesboro business district boasts architecture reminiscent of its long history as a cotton and textile town when Wadesboro was the center of shopping, entertainment and dining for all of Anson County.
     Years ago, young and old traveled into Wadesboro from the surrounding countryside to visit the many shops that lined the streets of uptown Wadesboro. A variety of businesses -- including women's dress shops, dry goods stores, hardware stores, soda fountains, five-and-dime stores, a tea room, a bowling alley and a movie theater -- offered such an assortment of shopping that no one left the county. That shopping district is still alive and offers visitors to our town modern day shopping in an historic setting.
     The Town of Wadesboro is proud to be a Main Street town in the North Carolina Main Street Program since 1984. Wadesboro's business district has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1999.
     For more information, call the Uptown Wadesboro Inc. office at 704.695.1644, visit www.uptownwadesboro.com or e-mail uptownwadesboro@windstream.net.

H.W. Little & Co. Hardware

     Pictured left, H.W. Little & Co. Hardware is Anson County's oldest retail business (1895) and still offers hardware essentials, including paint, lumber, plywood, plumbing supplies, fertilizer, assorted tools, gardening tools and equipment. Fishing rods and reels, hooks, sinkers, line and bobbers are also available.
     H.W. Little & Co. Hardware is located at 109 S. Greene St. For more information, call 704.694.2214 or visit www.hwlittle.doitbest.com.

Lacy's

     Lacy's, located at 121 S. Greene St., offers collectibles -- including a wide range of Tom Clark Gnomes and gifts; and has a bridal registry. For more information, call 704.694.4646.

Lord George Anson Antiques

     Lord George Anson Antiques displays and sells antiques and collectibles, glassware, books, postcards, cabinets and odds 'n' ends. For more information and/or an appointment, call 704.694.5886 or visit www.lordgeorgeansonantiques.blogspot.com.

Michael Horne Florist

     Michael Horne Florist takes pride in delivering the freshest and highest quality floral arrangements, plants and gift baskets. All flower arrangements are artistically arranged in a vase and hand-delivered to the recipient. Only high quality flowers are used to ensure loved ones receive the very best. As a member of a nationwide network of trusted florists, Michael Horne Florist can help you send a thoughtful gift across the country when you cannot be there yourself.
     Michael Horne Florist shares space with Lord George Anson Antiques at 305 Camden Rd. The hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Call Michael or Alan at 704.694.4000 or e-mail michaelhorneflorist@windstream.net for a unique floral arrangement or gift basket.
     Michael Horne Florist also carries a fine selection of decorative silk flowers and home accessories. A selection of flower arrangements is available online on at www.michaelhorneflorist.com.
     Same day delivery within the Wadesboro (28170) town limits is available if ordered by 1 p.m. Flower delivery service also is available in Ansonville (28007), Lilesville (28091), McFarlan (28102), Morven (28119), Peachland (28133) and Polkton (28135).

The Bean Stalk Consignments

     Karen Eason, owner and operator of The Bean Stalk Consignments, said she always "wanted to open a consignment store." Eason chose Wadesboro since she and her husband, Louis, and their children had moved from Wingate to the Burnsville Community five years ago.
     The business name comes from their farm in northwestern Anson County. "We are the vines and the children are the branches -- our little beans," she commented.
     At first, Eason planned to specialize in children's clothing, but decided to expand. Now, furniture and housewares make up most of the store's sales. In the first 10 weeks after opening, The Bean Stalk Consignments sold over 1,500 items and and had 389 consignees. The store also sells infants, children's and adult clothing, and accessories.
     The Bean Stalk Consignments is located at 117 N. Greene St., Wadesboro. Store hours are 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; 1-6 p.m. on Thursday; and 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday. For more information, call 704.694.4532.

The Malsgate and Houston's at The Malsgate

     Historic uptown Wadesboro has a new eatery -- The Malsgate, located at 121 E. Wade St. In addition, Houston's at The Malsgate will serve alcoholic beverages.
     The Malsgate is open to diners from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday-Saturday, with dinner entrees served after 5 p.m. Houston's is open from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and from 11 a.m. until midnight Friday-Saturday.
     The menu includes appetizers (including a spinach and artichoke dip), a variety of sandwiches and salads, soups (potato bacon is a chef's choice) and drinks. The dinner menu includes ribeye steaks, half or whole ribs, blackened chicken pasta and grilled chicken.
     For more information, call 704.694.2206 or e-mail :themalsgate@gmail.com.

Sooweet Treats

     Sooweet Treats, located at 119 S. Greene St., features a 1950s soda shop ambiance with checkerboard flooring tiles.
     Snacks include cake squares, cupcakes, peanut butter balls, coconut balls, lemon squares and cake by the slice (varies day-to-day). Also, wi-fi services are provided.
     Sooweet Treats' hours of operation are 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Wednesday; and 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday. For more information, call 704.994.9416.

Shellee Ann's

     Shellee Ann's, located at 115 S. Greene St., offers the latest designs in sterling silver jewelry, fashion jewelry, handbags, scarves, belts, initial gift items, diaper bags and baby gifts, vinyl car initials and stick people, Rainbow sandals, Bauble Lulu bead jewelry, and Pick-Up Sticks charm jewelry.
     Shellee Ann's is open from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday. For more information, call 704.994.9257.
     Shellee Ann's is a sister store to The Silver Lining, 1900B W. Roosevelt Blvd., in Monroe. Both establishments are owned an operated by Shellee Comer.

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217 S. Greene St., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone: 704.694.2625/Fax: 704.694.7528
Website: http://fancycrafts.net
E-mail: dbeachum@windstream.net
Hours of Operation: 9:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday

     Owners Danny and Denise Beachum have been in business since 1982, occupying a 1910 Victorian-style house in Wadesboro's historic business district. With Denise's passion for collecting antiques and handmade gifts and Danny's love of North Carolina pottery, the store is one of the most unique and charming shops in the area.
     With over 20 years experience specializing in crafts, collectibles, custom framing and hand-thrown pottery, Danny and Denise offer an extensive collection of quality accessories -- to include fine gifts and collectibles, handcrafted items, North Carolina pottery, woodcarvings by local artist Mike Jackson, custom picture framing, bridal gifts, fine art, stained glass, lamps, jewelry, banners and birdhouses.
     Other quality products include women’s handbags and purses by Donna Sharp; Tiffany-style lamps and accessories by Paul Sahlin; artwork by Bob Timberlake and P. Buck Moss; glassware by Tervis Tumblers; cookbooks; candles by the Bridgewater Candle Co.; and picture frames by Larson-Juhl.
     Fancy Crafts & Granny Hollow Pottery is a source for works by local artisans -- including pottery (Danny Beachum, Cynthia B. Harrell and Cynthia Little); local handmade pocketbooks (Tammy Coppedge); black and white watercolors (Janet Prible); watercolors (June Rollins); handmade soaps and candles (Cindy Smith); woodcarvings (Mike Jackson); jewelry (Danny Beachum); goat milk soap, lotions and shampoo (Patricia Cabrera of Seven Kids Farm); colored pencil drawings (Marc Thompson); and photography (Raymond E. Griffith).
     Directions to Fancy Crafts & Granny Hollow Pottery: From U.S. 74-52 in Wadesboro (located about one hour east of Charlotte), turn south at N.C. 109 (Greene Street). The business is located four blocks on the left.

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214 S. Greene St., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone: 704.695.1304/GPS: 34.964.319, -80.077279
Website: www.theforeverinn.com
E-mail: info@theforeverinn.com

     Built for a prominent local businessman in 1910, this beautiful two-story Queen Anne Victorian bed and breakfast offers an opportunity to live in the past, to appreciate the quality craftsmanship and architectural details of another era, and to experience the warm and friendly atmosphere of The Forever Inn.
     Enjoy delicious full breakfasts that earn rave reviews from their guests (reviews are available on their website). Escape to small town living where the people are friendly and the pace is slow. The owners have paid great attention to detail in their rehabilitation of this classic home, resulting in a fresh update of a Victorian-era residence.

     Up the elegant staircase in the main hall, you’ll find three charming and unique guestrooms, designed and decorated by an Allied ASID Interior Designer. The Forever Inn is fortunate to have many original architectural features including detailed woodwork, chandeliers, fireplaces with original mantels, tile and fireplace covers, a grand old staircase, leaded glass and beveled glass windows, French doors, octagonal rooms, 11-foot ceilings, hardwood floors and a large wraparound porch with white rockers.
     Owned and managed by innkeepers Merrie Datin and Dave Smith, The Forever Inn is located in the historic town of Wadesboro, a small and friendly town in the heartland of North Carolina. Uptown Wadesboro’s business district is on the National Register of Historic Places. Established in 1783, Wadesboro is in central North Carolina, approximately one hour east of Charlotte on U.S. 74.

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514 N. Washington St., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
(Located in the Lockhart-Taylor Center)
Phone: 704.272.5457
Website: www.oldemillgallery.org
To shop on-line, go to www.ebizanson.org

     The Olde Mill Gallery and Art Studios was established in 2007. The Gallery exhibits and sells art by 50 regional visual artists. Sculpture, jewelry, photography, paintings, stained glass and cloth are some of the media found in the Gallery.
     The Gallery also offers website set-up services to artists and sells their art to the general public online. The Gallery is a wonderful place to find one-of-a-kind gifts and art for the household.
     Olde Mill Gallery and Art Studios is open to the public from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Friday. Other times are available by appointment by calling 704.272.5457.

     Olde Mill Gallery and Art Studios was formed by New Ventures Business Development Inc. (NVBDI) to stimulate economic development and heritage tourism for Anson County. NVBDI also incorporates the e-commerce website, www.ebizanson.org, to drive the sales of local arts and crafts.
     NVBDI was started in 2005 as a non-profit economic development initiative under the guidance of the e-NC Authority. Housed at the Lockhart-Taylor Center at South Piedmont Community College's Wadesboro campus, the operation includes an arts and business center. In addition, a women’s center and a community commercial kitchen are now in operation.
     Utilizing the unique outreach concept, the focus of the economic development work is one-to-one counseling, helping entrepreneurs develop or streamline their business with a special emphasis on the use of technology. Technical services include website development, networking solutions, troubleshooting and general advice relative to the infusion of technology. The e-commerce portal, www.ebizanson.org, provides online sales opportunities for clients.
     NVBDI is one of seven Business and Technology TeleCenters that have been established in North Carolina by the e-NC Authority. Each center supports economic development in rural counties by providing resources for new business start-ups and improving existing businesses, and by introducing technology into business operations.

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125 E. Wade St., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone: 704.694.8996
Hours of Operation: The shop is open only on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Or by appointment (704.694.8996)

     Taking a tour through an antique shop can be compared to stepping back in time, and this is no exception at Price’s Place. In this shop, you’ll find items that you’ll remember as a child, and there are plenty of antiques here to make your mind wander for a spell. Proprietor James Price (pictured right) says this is a major hobby with him, and that he has been collecting all types of pottery, collectibles and antiques for years. Price developed his “eye for antiques” and ability to recognize things that would become collectibles many years ago, and this shows through the variety he has to offer. In the shop you will see many types of glassware, paintings, antique dolls, old lanterns -- including oil lamps, miner’s lamps and old Coleman lanterns to name a few -- various types of jugs, beautiful vases and lamp bases, many types of pitchers, wooden drink crates, tin ware and old chairs.

     Being a potter himself, Price has assembled a collection of various types of pottery. In Price’s Place, you’ll find quite a collection of pottery “Face Jugs” to choose from in assorted sizes. On the shelves, you’ll see many pottery bowls, vases and urns.
     Price’s Place is located in historic uptown Wadesboro in a store-front building that used to be the office of the Messenger and Intelligencer newspaper, which was established in 1881. The newspaper operated many years in this office, although the building is probably not the newspaper's original office. Many years later, it was purchased by Tommy Walters, who served the community with a printing operation, The Anson Press.
     Price purchased the building from Walters and started the current antique shop there. The old printing presses and cabinets of type-setting still remain in the back of the store.

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4450 N.C. Hwy. 109-South, Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone: 704.694.4384
Hours of Operation: Monday -- 6:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday -- 6:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.;
Saturday -- 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
(The grill is closed in the evenings)

     Rayfield Meat Center, located just south of Wadesboro, has been in operation for more than 50 years. During this time-span, Rayfield Meat Center has developed a name that local residents and customers from far and wide regard as a “Bench Mark” in the quality of the meats offered -– a quality standard that other meat suppliers are measured by.
     The current proprietors, Tommy and Brenda Bailey, are proud to continue the “Rayfield” tradition and standard of quality products in the area. Famous for “Whole-Hog” sausage, the Baileys suggest a visit to the meat center to take home sausage that customers will always judge other sausages by.
     The Baileys believe you will agree with their slogan: “Best Homemade Sausage Around.”

     What makes Rayfield Meat Center's sausage so outstanding? "We grind and process fresh sausage every Tuesday," Tommy Bailey stated. "Using our own special recipe, we make sausage just like Grandma used to make. We think you’ll agree."
     Some facts about the special sausage: "Our sausage is whole-hog sausage. Unlike other sausage producers, we use the meat of the whole hog -- not just trimmings or leftover cuts after other prime cuts are removed. This is why our sausage does not shrink like other sausages, and you’ll notice there is considerably less grease during cooking," Tommy Bailey said. "We mix our own seasoning and only hogs from local producers are used. We do not use imported pork. Our sausage contains no MSG (a chemical preservative). The only preservatives we use are salt, pepper and sage. Our link sausage is put up in natural casings."
     Rayfield Meat Center also offers whole, sugar-cured country hams, fresh pork chops, ribs, steaks (must be special ordered); and fresh-ground chuck. From the grill, customers can order sandwiches, hotdogs and hamburgers at both breakfast and lunch. Everything is “take-out” only. Hoop cheese is sold by the pound and cut while customers wait. Being USDA-certified, Rayfield Meat Center can ship products anywhere. Products are properly wrapped and ackaged for shipment in order to guarantee a fresh product to the specified destination. Shipping costs are based on weight, delivery time and destination.

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77 Oxford Rd., Wadesboro, N.C., 28133
Phone: 704.272.7110
Toll-Free: 888.382.4037
Fax: 888.382.4037
E-mail: corlowski@windstream.net
Website: www.shadowridgedonkeys.com

     One might say that Shadow Ridge has gone to the donkeys.
     The small farm, located off N.C. 218 just past the Tucker Road intersection, is the home for "affectionate, intelligent, family friendly miniature donkeys." Cheryl and Chris Orlowski, who moved to Anson County from Connecticut in 2003, breed and raise registered miniature Mediterranean donkeys.
     The Orlowskis began with a jenny in foal and a jack, and the first foal was born in December 2003. Miniature donkeys average between 30 inches and 34 inches in height ( the maximum height that is allowed for the breed is 36 inches); weigh between 200 and 350 pounds; and their lifespan is 25-to-35 years (47 years is the longest age on record for a domestic donkey).
     The Orlowskis treat each donkey with affection and they respond with a gentle nature. As a pet, donkeys are herd animals and become depressed if they don't have a companion. So, pet-owners-to-be won’t be able to have just one.
     Shadow Ridge's website also lists products for equines; and visitors to the farm are always welcome. If calling Shadow Ridge, please remember the Orlowskis spend much of their time tending to the miniature donkeys -- so leave them a message.

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403 S. Park Rd., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone: 704.694.2511

     Sullivan Place Bed and Breakfast stands on property that originally belonged to Jesse Sullivan (the whole area used to be known as “Jesse Sullivan’s Place." Sullivan, a patriarchal figure in the community, owned half a dozen local cotton gins as well as a large portion of the land and agribusiness in the area.
     What remains today of Jesse Sullivan’s estate is being shaped by his granddaughter, Nancy Cornwell, who more than 80 years after folks started calling it “Sullivan’s Place,” has left her own distinctive mark on the same plot of land. With one quick glance, the diversity and richness of this inn is evident. Each room has its own distinct personality, color scheme and atmosphere. From the foyer, a visual pathway invites you to explore the inn which is five rooms deep. From its original hardwood and pine floors covered in pastel Chinese rugs to family antiques, a gold oriental mirror hanging over a large fireplace, and artworks in oil and watercolor, one becomes aware of the charm of this grand old home place.

     At the entrance, the foyer is graced with cut glass panels that frame the naturally lit alcove showcasing crystal and an array of iridescent colored glass, pressed during a time in which a not-to-distant cotton gin could be heard. And then there’s “Charley Horse,” a large dappled gray horse in the gallery hall at the far end of the house. Charley was transported from St. Louis in a horse trailer, and was placed in his special spot in the gallery that displays much of the family’s own art as well as pieces Nancy has collected over the years.
     The bedrooms in Sullivan Place have their share of family antiques and collectibles that have either been handed down or acquired by the Cornwells. The "Yellow Bedroom" is graced with an Italian wrought iron chandelier, and much of Nancy’s animal art collection resides in this room.
     The "Blue Room" features a large brass king-sized bed. But the most romantic of the bedrooms is also one of the smallest, exhibiting its distinctive 19th Century feel. Portraits of Milton Cornwell’s great-grandparents watch over the pine sleigh bed and writing table in this room. Each bedroom offers closets, desks and modern baths.
     A state-of-the-art commercial gourmet kitchen is virtually hidden behind a large mirror mounted between two large columns. But the aroma of an Anson County “country-style” breakfast is not dampened by the kitchen’s design.
     Another of the impressive rooms in the Sullivan Place is the Garden Room section, which flaunts a wall of 12-foot-high arched windows and a French glass door, a cathedral ceiling; and white-tiled floor, wrought-iron chairs, as well as a formal dining area. This area also provides the first view of the gardens on the other side of the glass wall, just beyond an expansive deck.
     Sullivan Place Bed & Breakfast offers four private guest rooms with all the amenities; private gardens; a large extended deck for outside dining or relaxing; a unique design; and an Anson County breakfast that is served daily.

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3944 Vintage Rd., Lilesville, N.C., 28091 (Located just off U.S. 74 at Haileys Ferry Road and Vintage Road)
Phone: 704.848.8385
Hours of Operation: 5:30 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday
7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Sunday
(Restaurant closes at 9:00 o'clock nightly)

     Part convenience store, part antiques shop and part restaurant, The Old Store is "Where the unusual is usual." The result is a happy blend of good food, old-time atmosphere and a place to meet and talk.
     The breakfast menu includes country ham, bacon, sausage, hash browns, grits, pancakes, French toast and eggs.
     The lunch and dinner menu includes salads, chicken, hamburgers, shrimp plates and a variety of sandwiches. The diner can order an appetizer, such as fried pickles or cheesefries. A kids meal also is available.
     As for antiques, owner Joy Hildreth is a long-time collector of vintage drink, cigarette and gasoline pumps and signs -- which she has on display.

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320 Camden Rd., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone: 704.694.7016
E-mail: Phillips.lanette@anson.k12.nc.us
Website: www.ansonschools.org
Hours of Operation: 8:00-10:45 a.m. Monday-Friday
Admission: $5 for adults, $3 for students

     The Wadesboro Rotary Planetarium and Science Learning Center was created in 2003 with the vision of introducing science through a “hands-on” approach. The Wadesboro Rotary Club took on the project in observance of Rotary International's "Centennial Celebration," raising over $200,000 through grants and local contributions to fund the Center.
     The Planetarium and Science Center was designed as a teaching and learning center for K-12 students in Anson and neighboring counties, plus an interesting mecca for adults who are interested in physical, life and earth sciences, and astronomy. The Center boasts several interactive learning systems that enhance the students' learning about different scientific and biological related concepts.

     The Wadesboro Rotary Planetarium and Science Learning Center displays include:

STARLAB PROJECTOR -- The Starlab projector currently has the capability to show 17 different presentations -- to include the night sky, Chinese mythology, bird migration, ocean currents, weather, constellations and biological cells. Underneath the Henry W. Morton Planetarium’s dome, up to 30 visitors may take the Night Sky tour (the tour subject depends on the seasons of the year) to study constellations and mythologies; study bird migration patterns, and explore the Solar System. While seated in comfortable, laid-back chairs, the viewers will experience the sensation of traveling through space while visiting the sun and planets -- and their moons.

NASA EXHIBITS -- The Center also includes several NASA exhibits featuring Hubble Telescope images. Along with the NASA exhibits, there is an extensive display outlining the life and work of Anson County native John Kiker, a NASA engineer.

THE LIVES OF THE TREE -- In the earth and environmental area (a newly acquired 800-square-foot area), an exhibit called “The Lives of the Tree” is on display. The exhibit allows students to explore the make-up of a tree’s canopy, as well as its understory. There is also an erosion table, tree ring counter, and a magnetic ant bed for hands-on exploration. Youngsters and adults alike may experience a hands-on, interactive display that includes listening to the sounds of the forest, identifying leaves, studying tree rings, building with wood blocks, playing a fine-tuned wood xylophone, and experimenting with the scent of different woods, such as maple, nutmeg, cinnamon and cassia.

      LIFE-SCIENCE AREA -- In the life science area, students can observe live animals such as a python, two turtles, finches and parakeets. There are also various animal pelts with more than 50 mounted animals, including an elk, an Alaskan Brown Bear, a swan, and a wild boar.

      ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY EXIBIT -- In this exhibit, visitors may explore the human body, including an opportunity to check one’s reflexes, heart rate and eyesight, see DNA, a human skeleton, and pump up lungs to learn how animals breath.

      THE ANIMAL ROOM -- Visitors to the Animal Room will meet Jake, a three-foot-and-growing ball python; Clyde and Otis, red-eared slider turtles, Squeaky II, a hamster; Froda, a leopard gecko; plus other animals. Wall displays in the Animal Room include waterfowl and animal hides.

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108 W. Wade St., Wadesboro, N.C., 28170
Phone (Customer Services): 704.694.2191
Phone (Customer Orders): 800.440.2191
Fax: 704.694.2191
Website: www.wsogifts.com
Hours of Operation: 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday

     Our building is over 100 years old and a fixture in historic uptown Wadesboro. Originally known as Leak’s Hardware Co., it was later divided into two separate stores -- Wood’s Dime Store and the H.B. Allen Clothing Store. Later, when these stores closed, the partition between the two stores was removed and the front of the building was refitted with a single-entry door when Cato Clothing Store moved in. Several years later, Cato relocated their store to the (then new) Wal-Mart Shopping Center in the Anson Station Shopping Center, and the current owners, Joe and Gayle Pegram, purchased the Sears Catalog franchise in Wadesboro and moved it into the building. They operated the Sears Catalog Store there until 1993 when Sears closed all their catalog stores and left Joe and Gayle with a huge building with no merchandise to sell.
     From necessity came the idea to offer local crafters and other merchants a place to sell their wares every day -- not just on festival days. They divided the building into individual booths and began renting out spaces, and that’s the way it is today, 16 years later and still in operation as Wade Street Originals.

     Allow yourself plenty of time when you plan to visit Wade Street Originals. The layout of this store was designed to allow space for local crafters, merchants and vendors to display and sell their wares. It will amaze you at the variety you will find. Where else can you go to find in one store a list like this: artificial flowers; embroidered hand towels, dish towels and handkerchiefs; antique hats; glassware; jewelry; collectibles; Christmas decorations; wreaths for different occasions; books; pictures; all-occasion cards; Avon beauty supplies; quilts; and a variety of antiques.
     Merchandise at Wade Street Originals changes from one month to the next as new vendors come in and old vendors change their inventory and sales are made. There is always something new and different offered, as vendors range from “attic clean-outs” to hand-made crafts. The phrase “wide variety” takes on a new meaning at Wade Street Originals. As each vendor changes their inventory, they periodically place their merchandise on sale, sometimes as much as 50 percent. Also, each Wednesday is “Seniors Day,” and all purchases made by seniors are 10 percent off.
     Tabitha the cat has been the “Door Greeter” and a silent customer escort for the past 11 years. On sunny days, she waits patiently in the display window for her visitors to pass by and wave a welcome as they take their daily walks, and she is always at the door as they come in, waiting for a “behind-the-ear” rub.

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