Trail of History
Season 6
Trail of History explores important historic figures, events and sites that have influenced the growth of the Charlotte, North Carolina area over the past 250 years.
Where to Watch Trail of History • Season 6
5 Episodes
- Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of CharlotteE1
Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of CharlotteTrail of History journeys back to 1905 when a young entrepreneur named Henry Fowler and his wife Sadie took a risk by becoming the first Pepsi-Cola bottling franchise in the country. Under the leadership of their granddaughter, Dale Halton, it went on to become the oldest franchise. Then explore how the financial foundation has enabled Halton to give back millions of dollars to the Charlotte region. - Urban RenewalE4
Urban RenewalExplore the history of urban renewal in Charlotte during the mid-Twentieth Century. Reimagining urban areas changed the landscape of Charlotte, disproportionately impacting people of color. Hear from residents of the Brooklyn and Greenville neighborhoods who lost homes and communities, and meet local historians working to accurately tell the story of urban renewal using the latest in technology. - Preservation North CarolinaE5
Preservation North CarolinaDiscover the work of Preservation North Carolina. This NPO advocates for the preservation of historic properties across the state. In Gastonia, Preservation NC's work at the Loray Mill served as an economic catalyst to spur reinvestment in the neighborhood and a local realtor in Charlotte purchased a mid-century modern home with the help of Preservation NC and made it his dream home.