Located in Wilson County, North Carolina, Wilson was established in 1849. Was once the world's largest bright leaf tobacco market. Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park features massive kinetic art.
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Founded1849|Population48,000|Peak48,000(2024)|CountyWilson County
Top 10 Most Important Events for Wilson, North Carolina
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1849Founded: Tobacco town.
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1867Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Wilson.
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1899Economic Development: Wilson grew through the automobile industry.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Wilson's identity and economy.
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2010Modern Era: Wilson 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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Was once the world's largest bright leaf tobacco market.
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Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park features massive kinetic art.
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Eastern NC BBQ capital.
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Wilson is located in Wilson County, North Carolina.
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Wilson was founded in 1849.
Famous People from Wilson, North Carolina
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Martha Hunt
Supermodel, Model · Born Apr 27, 1989 · Age 36
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G. K. Butterfield
Judge, Lawyer · Born Apr 27, 1947 · Age 78
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Julius Peppers
Basketball Player, American Football Player · Born Jan 18, 1980 · Age 46
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Donovan Stewart Correll
Botanical Collector, Botanist · Born Apr 13, 1908 · Died Mar 28, 1983 (age 74)
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Rapsody
Songwriter, Rapper · Born Jan 21, 1983 · Age 43
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