Around Lake Norman

Set against the backdrop of 1957, the narrative explores the transformative impact of industrial change in Mooresville and southern Iredell County. The arrival of Burlington Industries and Duke Power Company signifies a new era, with plans to harness the Catawba River's energy for the textile industry. Key figures like James Buchanan Duke, Dr. Gill Wylie, and William States Lee Jr. drive this ambitious project, culminating in the creation of Lake Norman, a stunning result of innovative hydroelectric development.