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Wake Forest, North Carolina

Located in Wake County, North Carolina, Wake Forest was established in 1834. Wake Forest University was originally here before moving to Winston-Salem in 1956. One of the fastest-growing towns in the Raleigh metro.
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Founded 1834 | Population 57,000 | Peak 57,000 (2024) | County Wake County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Wake Forest, North Carolina

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1834Founded: Named for its forest.
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1834Wake Forest University: Originally founded here before moving to Winston-Salem.
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1855Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Wake Forest.
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2010Modern Era: Wake Forest continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?

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Wake Forest University was originally here before moving to Winston-Salem in 1956.
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One of the fastest-growing towns in the Raleigh metro.
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Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is still here.
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Wake Forest is located in Wake County, North Carolina.
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Wake Forest was founded in 1834.

Famous People from Wake Forest, North Carolina

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Dexter Lawrence
American Football Player · Born Nov 12, 1997 · Age 28
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