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Welcome to Waxhaw, NC!
Location & Naming the Town
The Town of Waxhaw
is located only 20 minutes from south Charlotte and approximately three miles
from the South Carolina state line.
Dating back to the 1700s,
Waxhaw is one of the oldest towns in Union County, taking its name from the Waxhaws (originally called the Wysacky),
an Indian tribe that once inhabited the area. When chartered in 1889, Waxhaw
established its rightful place as the third oldest town in Union County.
Historic
Places
With a population
of over 10,500 people, Waxhaw has managed to maintain its small town charm and
yet continue to achieve quality growth. The Waxhaw Historic District at the
heart of town is on the National Register of Historic Places and boasts proud
old buildings and unique attractions.
The most iconic attraction is the pedestrian
bridge that crosses over the railroad tracks. It was once used for automobiles
to cross over while trains ran through town below it. In 1940 it was designated
for pedestrians only and is still used daily by adults and children standing on
the bridge waiting for a train to pass underneath their feet.
Water Tower
The large water
tower standing tall over downtown Waxhaw has served as a beacon for many
citizens who recall playing under it as children or beckoning a tired traveler
home from a long time on the road. Built in 1940, the impressive silver
structure remains the object of many photographers looking for a symbol of
small town America.