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It's Wandering Wednesday!

  • Writer: Albemarle Downtown Development
    Albemarle Downtown Development
  • May 15
  • 2 min read

Wandering Wednesday: A Building with Two Lives in Downtown Albemarle

Where are we today?

Tucked right in the heart of historic Downtown Albemarle is a building that’s been quietly reinventing itself for over a century.


Originally completed in 1917, this structure has been home to two very different industries, both of which played significant roles in shaping the economic and cultural fabric of our community. From the hustle and hum of its early industrial days to the vibrant purpose it serves today, this building has seen Albemarle evolve—while standing as a proud witness to it all.


Its brick façade and timeless architecture are more than just charming—they're a symbol of resilience, reinvention, and the enduring spirit of our downtown district.


So we ask you, do you know which building we’re talking about?

Take a walk through downtown, look up, look around, and take a guess! Clues are all around you.


Share your guesses and photos with us using #WanderingWednesday—you might just get featured in next week’s post!




Throwback Thursday!

This week, we took you on a journey through time with a simple question:

“Where are we today? This popular spot has been home to two different industries since the building was completed in 1917.”


Well, the wait is over! If you guessed Five Points, you nailed it!


This historic downtown building has seen Albemarle through more than a century of change. After Morgan Motor Company Building, the space underwent a major transformation. In 2004, it was thoughtfully rehabilitated to preserve its character while giving it a new lease on life.


Today, it's the proud home of Five Points Public House—a vibrant local favorite where history meets hospitality.


Whether you're stopping by for a burger, live music, or just to soak in the atmosphere, you're dining in a place filled with rich stories and deep roots in our community.


Until next week,




 
 
 

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As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, Albemarle Downtown Development Corporation is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities that share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by Main Street America.

Albemarle Downtown Development Corporation is a North Carolina Main Street community, designated by the N.C. Department of Commerce Main Street & Rural Planning Center. Albemarle Downtown Development Corporation is charged with administering the program at the local level and building public-private partnerships to spur economic development that achieves measurable results such as investment, business growth, and job creation. 

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