Canton tourist information
The City of Canton, the county seat of Cherokee County, was established in 1832. The city was incorporated under the name Etowah in 1833 then changed to Canton December 18, 1834. The founders of Canton attempted to establish silk production but failed; however, the city is named after the city in China.
Former Georgia governor, Joseph Mackey Brown (1909-1913) was born in Canton. During his tenure, he sought economy in government, lower taxes, enforcement of Prohibition, and a reduction of power of the Railroad Commission. Brown also wrote two books entitled Mountains Campaigns in Georgia and Astanax in addition to numerous articles.
Canton hosts numerous festivals and special events, including celebrations for the Fourth of July and Christmas. Canton also hosts "A Taste of Cherokee" in May and the Riverfest during the last weekend in September.
Canton Illinois
Founded in 1825, Canton is located in West Central Illinois between the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. The city occupies four and one-half square miles of prime prairie land.
Canton is the largest city of Fulton County and serves as the commercial and trading center of the area. The area is filled with owner-occupied homes, several small industries, and hundreds of small retail and service businesses. Within the city is a downtown square, a retail mall, several department stores and many other commercial buildings.
Canton, famous for its HOT and COLD water towers, is located on US 56 and the Santa Fe Trail, in eastern McPherson County. The pioneer 1883 jail on Allen Street can be seen by appointment. There is interesting stonework in the buildings in the park just south of downtown.
In 1859, John Gault Maxwell drove a small herd of buffalo into the area and set up a homestead. Mr. Maxwell’s dream was to preserve a piece of prairie, with a roaming herd of buffalo, for future generations to experience Kansas as it was in the 1800s, prior to settlement.
The Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, six miles north of Canton is comprised of rolling hills, creeks, springs, and beautiful prairie grasses and wildflowers. 200 head of bison and 50 elk roam free on 2,800 acres close to the Santa Fe and Chisholm Trail.
Elk can be seen only in winter, approximately December through March. Bison will also be sporting their winter coats at this time of year. Maxwell definitely offers beautiful views of the prairie and its inhabitants each season of the year. The renewal comes in spring with migrations of birds, grasses and wildflowers springing forth, and baby buffalo being born. Summer brings warm weather for picnics and fishing. Fall brings the changing colors of the trees to gold, the sumac to red, and the grasses to beige and rust. Winter, the prairie lies dormant sometimes covered with snow or ice. The elk are sporting their full grown antlers and are seen out in the open for winter tours. Tours consist of traveling along a prairie trail with a guide relating history of the area, identifying grasses, trees, and wildflowers.
The Canton community covers 36 square miles and is home to more than 76,000 people.
The Canton Community is located in the State of Michigan, USA, on the far western edge of Wayne county. Canton is approximately 20 miles east of Ann Arbor, 35 miles west of Detroit and 50 miles north of Toledo, Ohio. The township of Canton was established in 1834 and is one of the fastest growing communities in the state today.
Canton is located in Lewis County just north of Palmyra along Highway 16 on the banks of the Mississippi River near the Wyaconda River and the Illinois state line. It was named after Canton, OH.
Located in central Mississippi, Canton is 20 miles north of the capital city of Jackson, MS. It is a lively self-sufficient community in the metro area. US Highways 51, 16, 22 and 43 intersect in Canton. Canton is located at north exit 124 and south exit 119 of Interstate 55.
The area enjoys complete seasonal cycles with pleasant spring and fall seasons. Winter months are mild with cold spells of short duration. Summer months are quite warm. The mean annual temperature is 65.6 degrees. Average annual rainfall is 52.07 inches.
Canton is nestled among five hills along the banks of the Pigeon River in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Our moderate climate with four distinct seasons makes Canton one of the nicest places to live anywhere. Canton is near major highways and within easy driving distance of the regional airport. Canton's beautiful residential communities lie along tree-lined streets in this quaint town.
Canton is the home of Blue Ridge Papers, Incorporated, Haywood County's largest industry. The mill produces paper and allied products. Two industrial parks have been developed just north of Canton.
The Town of Canton is under a Council-Manager form of government consisting of a Mayor and four members of the Town Board of Aldermen. Town council is elected every two years.
Canton has a recreation program as part of its services to its citizens. The Recreation Park has a large, modern swimming pool, playground, picnic tables, lighted tennis courts, and ball fields adjacent to the park. Activities include "Pickin in the Park" during the summer months, a walking trail surrounding the park area; an annual Labor Day celebration, a festivalof lights during the Christmas holiday season, and the annual lighted night Christmas parade.
Canton is within easy access of several fine golf courses. Hiking and nature trails and superior trout and bass fishing are a part of the nearby National Forest. Nearby are the nation's two most visited national parks; Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway. Located near Canton at Maggie Valley are the Cataloochee Ski Slopes with facilities for all classes of skiers. Camping and outdoor living are at their best in the forests and campgrounds in Haywood County. There are many public and private campgrounds for the outdoorsman.
Canton New York
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Canton is situated between the St. Lawrence River and the foothills of the Adirondacks that rise to the south. Woods and fields surround the village. Ottawa, Canada's capital is an hour and a half by car; Montreal is a two-hour drive. Syracuse, NY and Burlington, Vermont are within a three hour drive.
Canton is home to St. Lawrence University, a nationally renowned liberal arts college, coeducational since its founding in 1856. SLU is currently undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation of its athletic facilities with a new eight lane track and football stadium. There is an artificial turf field and a new Allan & Catherine Newell four-hundred meter indoor track/field athletic complex.
Canton, Ohio is a historic city, the first plot of land having been recorded in 1806. Many of Canton's homes, churches and other structures are included on the National Registry of Historic Places.
Today, Canton proudly houses the President William McKinley Memorial and Museum, the National First Ladies Historic Site, the National Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton Classic Car Museum and Amateur Sports Hall of Fame. Canton has a broad and gifted Arts Community and excellent educational facilities.
Canton is the county seat of Stark County. The City's location in Stark County is approximately 58 miles southeast of Cleveland, 20 miles south of Akron and 94 miles west of Pittsburgh, PA.
The abundance of shopping, restaurants and recreations opportunities in the Canton/Stark County area, offer big-city amenities, with beautiful, rolling countryside just minutes outside of the city.
As the birthplace of professional football, Canton is a sports oriented community and a participant in the McKinley-Massillon football rivalry, the oldest high school football rivalry in the United States. Canton/Stark County is referred to as Ohio's Golf Capital, with a variety of public and private golf courses. The Canton Park Department maintains 60 parks, which total nearly 800 acres of public park land.
The nearly 400 Houses of Worship in Canton/Stark County include more than 40 religious denominations.
Nestled on the front door step of East Texas, Canton is a city with much to offer. Canton, the County Seat of Van Zandt County, population just under 3,500. It is centrally located in Van Zandt County, 60 miles east of Dallas on I-20 and 35 miles west of Tyler. Any one of six exits off I-20 will bring you to downtown.
Step back into the small home-town atmosphere and enjoy the many stores and shops. The shops offer such items as quilts, antiques, many types of East Texas and Southwest crafts. There are also several stylish accessory and fashion boutiques to please anyone.
A shopping center just south of Old Downtown Canton offers another variety of goods; grocery store, beauty salon, cosmetics, counter and prescription drugs, fried chicken, pizza, and hamburgers.
North of Old Downtown Canton there are several outlet stores, service stations and a bottled gas company for those needing this service for their RV's.
FIRST MONDAY TRADE DAYS is probably the best known event in Canton, Texas. World Famous First Monday Trade Days dates back before any of our senior citizens can remember. Records exist back to the mid-1800's. Most likely this event is years older than written records show. The First Monday Trade Days developed around the circuit court held on the first Monday of each month. In the pioneer days of East Texas, this was a time to lay aside the work and go to the county seat to hear court, buy needed supplies, and, of course, sell produce and farm animals.
Through the years, this practice evolved into the multi-acre grounds with over 7,000 booths offering antique furniture, depression glass, quilts, collectibles, and much, much more. First Monday Trade Days begins on Thursday before the first Monday of each month. Open from 8:00 a.m. "til dark", the shopper has ample time to scout for that just right item. The air of a "country fair" greets the crowds of over 250,000 each month. Weather, good or bad, has never cancelled First Monday Trade Days. If it's raining or if the sun is shining, bring an umbrella and join the fun.
Canton is more than First Monday Trade Days. Canton is just a "hop, skip and a jump" from several lakes. Purtis Creek State Park is southwest of Canton, take State Highway 198 to FM 316. Lake Tawakoni is north of Canton forming part or the north Van Zandt County line. Canton has two lakes inside her city limits. The Old City Lake is located a few blocks west of the Courthouse Square on Old Kaufman Road. Lighted tennis courts and park facilities with rest rooms are there for the enjoyment of the public. Fishing is permitted from the bank of the lake. Mill Creek Reservoir is just off East Highway 243. This lake has public boat ramps, public piers, and paved parking for vehicles and boat trailers. Non-fishermen will find Canton only minutes away from several golf courses; Twin Lakes just 6 miles south of downtown or non-county visitors, for a green fee, can compete on the full 19-hole course at the Van Zandt Country Club.
With something to offer everyone & Rodeo and RV Rallies. With the coming of fall, Canton gears up for Antique Car Swaps, Fall Festival and the Lighted Christmas Parade.
The Old Dixie Hotel, so often graced by the late President Lyndon B. Johnson, is no longer standing, but the tradition of Canton's "good places to eat" is still alive and well. One can find tea-room settings, fast foods, and a variety of good foods to please each taste and budget.
Lodging is just as varied as the people seeking it. There are national chain motels, two home-town motels, and over 65 bed and breakfast facilities. For visitors arriving in RVs, there are RV parks in and close to Canton. All located near the Canton shopping community. More information on lodging or exact dates of special events can be obtained by calling or writing Canton Chamber of Commerce, 315 First Monday Lane, Canton, Texas 75103 (903) 567- 2991, fax (903) 567-5708, or www.cantontx.com.
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