"Shop 'til you Drop"

1. Begin your day with a visit to The Bob Timberlake Gallery. See his paintings, collectibles, memorabilia and clothing. You'll want to spend at least an hour.
   
2. Ten minutes away you'll find the Arts Center in the village of Historic Uptown Lexington. Check out the exhibits and gift shop. Plan to spend at least 2 hours shopping nearby stores. Enjoy a sit-down lunch. Relax.
   Ready to go again? Only 10 minutes away is the community of Welcome. Park your car and wander. You'll probably meet the artist, himself, at The
   
3. Dempsey Essick Gallery. Right across the street, you'll find locally handmade quilts, linens and furniture at The Country Store.
   And, behind The Dempsey Essick Gallery is the Richard Childress Racing Museum. You've just got to see it!
   Stop for a quick snack and continue your trip. You'll enjoy your goodies when you get home!

Cookies 'n Candy

1. Ever wonder how they make thin Moravian cookies? Tour Mrs. Hanes Handmade Moravian Cookie factory, just 25 minutes north of Lexington.
   See how they mix, roll out and cook the dough. You don't have to breathe deeply to get hooked! They come in six flavors. Betcha can't leave without a boxful!
   
2. Then wind south on NC Hwy. 150 until you reach US 64. Follow the signs to the village of Historic Uptown Lexington. Park your car and stroll into The Candy Factory, the original outlet store for Red Bird Peppermint Candy. The manufacturing plant has moved, but you can still see where it used to be.
   
3. With all this food on your mind, it's probably time for lunch. Within walking distance, you'll find a variety of restaurants. And who knows? You might just have to spend a little more time shopping….

Tour d'Historical Markers

1. Enjoy rolling countryside and peaceful scenery? Looking at old graveyards and churches? If so, set aside about three hours and relive local history through historical markers.
   
2. Stoneman's Raid. Colonial Trading Path. Yadkin College. Pilgrim Church.
   More. Details of this trip can be found by logging onto www.visitlexingtonnc.com or by calling the Lexington Tourism Authority at 866-604-2389.