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Come enjoy the scenic beauty of our small town, nestled in the mountains. Be a part of the proud heritage that Columbus has to offer.
Don’t forget to stop by during any of our annual festivals and celebrations. From the Christmas Parade to the Fabulous 4th, something always seems to be happening here.
We are the County Seat of Polk County, home to the beautifully restored historic Polk County Courthouse.
We honor our veterans at Veteran’s Park, preserve our heritage at the Polk County Historical Museum, and have a great time at all of our wonderful restaurants and shops.
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The courthouse was completed in 1859,
four years after the county was formed. The builders were Ephraim
Clayton and George Shackelford, and they were paid $16, 836 for their
work. The bricks were made from native clay and baked nearby. The
design is Greek Revival style which was popular in North Carolina
during the 1830’s, 1840’s and 1850’s. Some of features are
matching spiral stairs in the entryway, a cupola made of hand hewn
lumber and a cast bronze bell which dates to 1858.
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