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Chatham County
History
Chatham County, originally part of Orange County, was established in 1771 and named after William Pitt the elder, first Earl of Chatham who was a defender of American rights in the British Parliament. Pittsboro, formerly named Pittsborough, was the first town to develop and was named the county seat in 1787. Cumulatively, Chatham County hosts an estimated population of 64,772 and covers approximately 683 square miles in Pittsboro along with the municipalities Siler City, Gulf, Goldston, and Silk Hope.
Lifestyle
Chatham County is home to the NC Zen Center and the NC Arts Incubator, which is a five- building arts community offering studio space to artists, where they can gain inspiration by working cohesively to create a variety of media from pottery and glass to fiber. If this excites you, get involved with Chatham Arts by visiting the galleries and studios and learn more about the artists.
Fishing, boating, and camping enthusiasts will enjoy Jordan Lake with its almost 14,000 acres, as well as its many other activities. Chatham County is also adjacent to North Carolina’s newest Natural Area, Lower Haw River State Natural Area – almost 1000 acres along the scenic Haw River. Take the Devil’s Stompin’ Ground Scenic Byway through Bear Creek or visit the historical sites all over Chatham County.
Learn more about an eco-friendly lifestyle through one of many sustainable programs taught in the LEED Certified Sustainable Technologies Center at the Chatham County Campus of CCCC in Pittsboro. Enjoy a glass of wine made with honey at Starrlight Mead, taste the “spirit of their community in the flavor of their wine” at Silk Hope Winery or visit other Piedmont Vineyards and Wineries within close proximity.
Info/Resources
Central Carolina Community College
Public Schools K-12
Other School Options
Chatham Chamber of Commerce
Pittsboro-Siler City Convention and Visitors Bureau
Chatham Journal Newspaper
The Chatham News
Chatham County History and Genealogy
Chatham County Historical Association
Chatham County Parks and Recreation
Chatham Hospital
Randolph County
History
Randolph County, formed in 1779 from Guilford County, was named in honor of Peyton Randolph, who was first president of the Continental Congress (1774-75) and also a member of the notable Virginia family. Randolph County has an estimated population of 142,151 and approximately 787 square miles hosting municipalities Archdale, Asheboro, Franklinville, Liberty, Ramseur, Randleman, Seagrove, Staley, and Trinity.
Lifestyle 
Outdoor lovers can enjoy a trip to the nation’s largest natural-habitat zoo or fill the day boating or winter eagle watching at Tillery and Badin Lakes. Uwharrie National Forest trails in the Uwharrie Mountains are great to hike, bike or even trek with your off-road vehicle! The park also features a variety of camping facilities, including horse and hunting camps.
Support The Northwestern Randolph County Arts Council and get involved with the Randolph Arts Guild. Randolph County is home to Seagrove, the largest pottery community in the US with the longest continual history of making pottery. Go see a show at the Sunset Theatre!
There are many local Piedmont vineyards and wineries in close proximity, but Zimmerman Vineyards is right in Randleman.
There are many other things to do in Randolph County, including getting involved with Victory Junction or visit the Richard Petty Museum and Caraway Speedway. See one of the largest private collections of Harley Davidson motorcycles at the American Classic Motorcycle Museum or the North Carolina Aviation Museum, showcasing military aircrafts and memorabilia from WWII and the Vietnam War. Dig into Randolph County’s rich background by checking out the Ramseur Community Museum, St. Paul Museum and the Trinity Museum.
Info/Resources
Randolph Community College
Public Schools K-12
Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce
Randleman Chamber of Commerce
Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce
Randolph County Visitors Bureau
Courier-Tribune.com
The Randolph Guide
The Randolph County Genealogical Society
Seagrove Area Potters Association
Asheboro Parks and Recreation
Randolph County Hospital
Airport
Chatham / Randolph Counties Property Search Results
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