Davidson, College town in Charlotte metropolitan area, North Carolina, United States.
Davidson extends along the banks of Lake Norman at 256 meters elevation, containing residential areas connected by tree-lined streets and walking paths.
The town emerged in 1837 alongside Davidson College, named after Revolutionary War hero Brigadier General William Lee Davidson from North Carolina.
Davidson College shapes the town's character through classical architecture, academic programs, and regular campus activities that connect students with local residents.
The Davidson Police Department maintains two stations across town, offering community programs such as National Night Out and Coffee with Cop meetings.
The town implemented nine health impact assessments through Davidson Design for Life initiative, focusing on community development between 2011 and 2014.
Location: Mecklenburg County
Inception: 1837
Elevation above the sea: 256 m
Website: http://www.ci.davidson.nc.us
Website: http://ci.davidson.nc.us
GPS coordinates: 35.49110,-80.83280
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:55
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9.2 km
Mountain Island Lake
17.1 km
Sea Life Charlotte-Concord
16.7 km
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13 km
Richardson Stadium
1.3 km
Latta Plantation
17.6 km
Mount Mourne Plantation
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Beaver Dam Plantation House
2.2 km
A2 wind tunnel
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Mooresville Mill Village Historic District
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Mooresville Historic District
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Johnson-Neel House
12.6 km
Centre Presbyterian Church, Session House and Cemeteries
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Eumenean Hall
1.7 km
Espy Watts Brawley House
12.2 km
Philanthropic Hall, Davidson College
1.5 km
Cedar Grove
12.3 km
South Broad Street Row
10.1 km
Ramah Presbyterian Church and Cemetery
6.4 km
Coddle Creek Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, Session House and Cemetery
6.3 km
Croft Historic District
16.2 km
Albert McCoy Farm
14.6 km
Hargrave House
13.8 km
Davidson Historic District
2.3 km
George Houston House
4 km
Chairman Blake House
1.6 km
Gen. William Kerr House
11.6 km
Samuel J. McElroy House
14.9 kmReviews
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