The textile industry has a long history in the state of North Carolina. The first cotton mill was built here in 1815. New England mills migrated to the Southeast in the early 1900s. North Carolina became the center of the textile business in the 1920s and remained so through the 20th Century. In the 1990s, however, companies began moving their operations overseas. While a handful of North Carolina textile companies survive, the vast majority have shut down.
Home to the highest peaks in the Eastern United States, North Carolina is often referred to as the “Land of the Sky.” From its very beginning as a convergence of two Cherokee footpaths, the region has been a crossroads, attracting settlers and visitors with its charm, beauty and spirit. The area’s natural assets, high standard of living and quality work force continue to draw industry, writers, artists, entrepreneurs and visitors. North Carolina is a state with local opportunities and global possibilities.
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