It’s easy to zoom past Mount Airy, North Carolina as you drive up I-77 on your way to hit the ski slopes in West Virginia or view the autumn leaves along the Blue Ridge Parkway. But consider pumping the brakes about two hours north of Charlotte at exit 100. Just eight miles off the interstate, you’ll find a destination that feels frozen in time. Mount Airy is the birthplace of Andy Griffith and the inspiration for the town of “Mayberry” in his iconic television series. To honor that history, Mount Airy has preserved many of the sites made famous on The Andy Griffith Show. But the town has many modern-day attractions for families as well. Take some time to explore it for yourself and be sure to capture some unforgettable family footage of your own.
WEEKENDER: Mount Airy
Krisha Chachra served eight years on the Blacksburg Town Council and has written for NRV Magazine for a decade. She is a member of The Mama Movement and a proud mom to a curious toddler. Krisha is a community advocate and connector and runs an event production organization that hosts Up on the Roof. Krisha has reported and hosted shows for public radio and television and has freelanced for USA Weekend Magazine, the Honolulu Advertiser and the Alexandria Gazette among others. Her book about returning to Blacksburg, Homecoming Journals, may be found online or in local bookstores.
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