The HB Rowe Environmental Park was dedicated in 2010 as a result of a land donation by Erika Rowe in memory of her late husband, Henry B. Rowe. The purpose of the park was to help students and the public get in touch with nature. Mount Airy Middle School uses the facility as an outdoor classroom. There is a picnic shelter, access to the greenway, paddle access to the Ararat River, pedestrian bridge to Mount Airy Middle School and a natural walking path.

This is an exciting tour of our historic town and all it’s famous Mayberry landmarks. We’ll start you off at the famous Wally’s Fillin Station, then take a ride down main street and check out all the sites like the Barney’s Cafe, Floyd’s Barber shop, Snappy Lunch and then we’ll swing by Andy’s original homeplace.

White Elephant is a family-owned & operated craft brewery. Offers outdoor seating.

Tharrington Park, located behind BH Tharrington Primary School, offers 2 soccer fields and 1 baseball/softball diamond primarily used for T-Ball. Park-goers will also be able to access the Granite City Greenway as well as the Ararat River via a Canoe / Boat Launch.

The Old-Time Music Heritage Hall provides an opportunity for visitors and residents to learn more about the musicians whose powerful art brought thousands to Surry County to learn. Located in the historic Earle Theater in Mt. Airy

Riverside Park was developed in 1977 and was renovated in 2004 and 2009 to include two picnic shelters, restrooms, lighted soccer field, playground, and green space. A canoe launch and greenway on the Ararat River are now also available at the park. This park also feature a Skate Park. 

A fierce desire for independence led rugged 18th century immigrants from the port of Philadelphia down the Great Wagon Road and into “The Hollows” of North Carolina. This beautiful valley is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and became a settling place for pioneers. Their story is told at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History in Mount Airy, NC.

The Surry Arts Council in Mount Airy seeks to provide high-quality visual arts, performing arts, historical, and craft experiences for members of the Surry County community and guests from all over. Multiple venues allow the Surry Arts Council to offer a wide and unique range of experiences to visitors. The Surry County Basket Makers host an open meeting on the second Tuesday of each month. Frequently, ten to fifteen makers gather there to weave multiple styles of baskets, most often with reed.  

Owned by the husband-and-wife team of Christian Krobisch and Melissa Hayes opened their winery in Mount Airty in September. The Tasting Barn (3,000-square feet on a grass terrace) offers 10 varieties with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Fisher River. The 70-acre property includes vineyards, a trail system from the vineyard down to the Fisher River, a winery and a cottage available for overnight stays. The barn has a modern farmhouse motif with European accents and faces the famous Blue Ridge Mountains.

Mayberry Campground is a privately owned RV park located in the small town of Mt. Airy, NC which is often referred to as Mayberry.  The land the campground is built on was once part of a 2,000 acre farm owned by the original Siamese twins, Eng and Chang Bunker.  The twins and their wives, Sarah (Eng) and Adelaide (Chang), settled in Mt. Airy, NC.  Eng and Chang each had their own home and would stay at one residence for three nights, then go to the other residence for three nights.