Greensboro

Greensboro is a city in the U.S. state of North Carolina, located in the Piedmont region at the center of the Piedmont Triad, which also includes Winston-Salem and High Point. The city lies primarily in Guilford County and is the county seat. As of the 2020 census, Greensboro's population was around 300,000, and the metropolitan area has a broader population. The city serves as a regional economic and educational hub.

The area was settled in the 18th century and incorporated as Greensboro in 1808, named after General Nathanael Greene. It developed as a transportation and manufacturing center with the arrival of railroads and textile mills in the 19th century. In the 20th century it expanded into services, healthcare, and education.

Greensboro is notable for its role in the American civil rights movement. The 1960 Greensboro sit-ins at a downtown Woolworth's lunch counter became a pivotal event, helping to bring national attention to the desegregation of public facilities. The International Civil Rights Center & Museum in downtown commemorates this history.

The city is home to major higher education institutions, including the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina A&T State University, along with Guilford College and others. Its economy emphasizes education, healthcare, manufacturing, finance, and logistics, supported by a network of research campuses and corporate offices.

Cultural and recreational offerings include the Greensboro Coliseum Complex, the Greensboro Science Center, the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park nearby, and a variety of museums and parks. The city also maintains an active arts scene and neighborhood districts.