These Street's: Tales & Tours presents The Cone Brothers Untold Histories

These Street's: Tales & Tours presents The Cone Brothers Untold Histories

  • UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

Moses & Ceasar Cone the Forgotten Tycoons of the Gilded Age. Join us in hearing about the shady beginnings of Cone Denim, a forgotten tale.

By These Streets: Tales & Tours

Select date and time

Thursday, April 24 · 12 - 1:30pm EDT

Location

The Biltmore Greensboro Hotel

111 West Washington Street Greensboro, NC 27401

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

6:45 PM - 7:00 PM

Registration

Ticket registration, scanned in.

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Tour

Tour around W. Washington Street, and Washington Square and South Greene.

8:15 PM - 8:30 PM

Answering Questions

If the tour concludes sooner, the questions will begin.

About this event

  • Free venue parking

Follow the Brothers on their journey that began in 1887 with a $50,000.00 dollar investment and ended in "heros" tales of the City's largest industries founders. Learn the truth about the buidling of the Cone Mill Villages, the "Family Trust" Bank, and the secrets of 111 West Washington. The property's beginnings, in the 1850's, to when the Brothers purchase the remainder of the property in 1899 and beyond. 1887-2025, come and learn about the shady business of The Brothers Cone.

Frequently asked questions

What if I want to pay for my tickets in cash?

Text or call, 336-223-4921 and secure the time slot. If no tickets have sold an hour before the time of the tour, no one will be on the steps at that time.

I can not find a tickets for today.

Contact us at info@thesestreetsgso.com or at 336-223-4921 to schedule a cash tour. Ticket sales for Eventbrite stop one hour prior to tour time.

What is the rain plan?

Rain plan, is a story hour in the lobby at the Biltmore Greensboro Hotel! Given that most of the history revolves around 111 West Washington Street, it gives you a better visual experience, especially given the Museum downstairs underway with many visual aids that can be seen!

Do I bring anything with me?

This tour offers an interactive link to visually aid in the tour, since we are looking back in time. So bring a device with web capability to make use of that link. Also a bottle of water is recommended especially in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. Dress weather appropriate, rain plan is available

Is it safe to walk around Downtown?

Downtown Greensboro has an extremely high number of individuals experiencing homelessness. And while some of them are experiencing unmedicated, and unchecked mental illness don't think of them as dangerous. They are simply people existing, that have nowhere else to go, or to be.

Is the guide experienced in handling interference?

While random interference is rare, it does happen. Our guides are great with managing anyone who does stop and try to join in with the group.

Is there a public restroom on the tour?

No, unfortunately Greensboro, does not have ANY public restrooms in Downtown, minus the Park area, which close around sunset.

Where is parking?

Parking is located in the Greene Street Parking deck. All parking in downtown is free from 6pm until 6am daily. Those leaving the parking deck after 7pm can pull straight out.

Where do we meet?

We meet on the steps of The Biltmore Greensboro Hotel, and we meet 15 mins before the tour time to get scanned and registered.

Can I ask questions during the tour.

To ensure the tour stays on track and on time, please submit all questions via the QR code on you email received at the time of booking.

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These Streets: Tales & Tours

Step back in time and stroll through the storied streets of Downtown Greensboro with 'These Streets: Tales & Tours'! Our historic tours offer a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Greensboro's past, from it's earliest days in the 1740's to the vibrant present. Join us and become a part of the living tapestry of These Streets, where the past meets the the present in a symphony of history and heritage!

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