Take a walk through Historic Uptown Lexington, explore the variety of shops and restaurants and look for examples of the Pigs in the City Art Initiative—there are 65 fiberglass pigs decorated to represent local businesses. Thirty-five can be seen in the Uptown Lexington Business District; pick up a brochure from one of the many shops and restaurants. The Bob Timberlake Gallery, 1714 E. Center St., features works by the local resident and nationally acclaimed painter; phone (800) 244-0095.
Visitor Centers
Lexington Tourism Authority 2 N. Main St. Lexington, NC 27292. Phone:(336)236-4218 or (866)604-2389
Self-guiding Tours
A walking tour brochure highlighting historic homes and buildings is available from the convention and visitors bureau.
Things to Do
Davidson County Historical MuseumRichard Childress Racing Museum