Greensborough's History: The Cone Brothers

Step back in time and explore the remarkable story of the Forgotten Tycoons: The Cone family, on this guided tour of Greensboro. From their immigrant beginnings in Tennessee and Maryland to their rise as textile magnates, you’ll follow the brothers’ journey as traveling “drummers,” New York entrepreneurs, and industrial pioneers in North Carolina.

Visit key sites tied to Proximity Mill, Revolution Mills, White Oak, and Proximity Manufacturing Company, and hear how Moses, Caesar, Julius, and Bernard Cone shaped the city’s industry, culture, and legacy. Discover the personal stories, rivalries, and triumphs—culminating with Caesar Cone II’s public life and tell-all revelations.

This tour brings history to life, weaving commerce, architecture, and family drama into an unforgettable Greensboro experience.

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Greene Street Parking Deck, 211 South Greene Street, Greensboro, United States

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