Arrowhead Monument
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The Arrowhead Monument is located in the town square of Old Fort, North Carolina.[1] It is a 30-foot (9.1 m) tall arrowhead, hand-carved from granite. This significant landmark was unveiled to an audience of over 6,000 on July 27, 1930,[2] by Martha Nesbitt,[3] symbolizing the peace that was established between pioneers and Native Americans in the previous century. Local Catawba community leaders also attended the unveiling.[4] The monument was a familiar sight for travelers through Western North Carolina, as a tall, hand-carved arrowhead in front of the depot, signaling a stop in the historic town of Old Fort.
| Arrowhead Monument | |
|---|---|
  Location within North Carolina | |
| Location | Old Fort, North Carolina, United States |
| Nearest city | Asheville |
| Coordinates | 35.6290°N 82.1815°W |
| Established | February 1, 1931 |
| Visitors | 200,000 (in 2008) |
| Governing body | Old Fort City Council |
The Arrowhead Monument remains as of 2023. It is decorated for holidays including Christmas and the Fourth of July.[1][5]
