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Interested in some fun facts and history about Granite Falls, NC?
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- Granite Falls was named for the waterfall that existed on Gunpowder Creek in the town, which produced a spray resembling granite.
- The first post office in the town was established in 1878.
- The town was incorporated in 1899, and the first mayor was Dr. F. H. Houston.
- The Granite Falls High School was established in 1919 and has since consolidated with the nearby Dudley Shoals School to become South Caldwell High School.
- The town is known for its annual Granite Falls Christmas Parade, which has been a tradition since 1956.
- In the late 1800s and early 1900s, Granite Falls was a center for the furniture industry with several furniture factories operating in the area.
- The historical Heritage Square, located in downtown Granite Falls, features preserved examples of the town's textile and furniture industries.
- Today, Granite Falls is a thriving community that offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including fishing, hiking, and biking, as well as shopping and dining experiences.
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