Colfax, North Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Colfax, North Carolina
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 Colfax, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Colfax, North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Guilford |
| Named for | Schuyler Colfax |
| Elevation | 965 ft (294 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
27235
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| GNIS feature ID | 983372 |
Colfax is a small place in Guilford County, North Carolina, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town does. In 2010, about 4,136 people lived there.
Colfax is close to bigger cities like Greensboro and High Point. It's right in the middle of an area known as the Piedmont Triad. A popular spot in Colfax is the Robert G. Shaw Piedmont Triad Farmers Market. Here, people can buy fresh food directly from local farmers.
The main school in the area is Colfax Elementary. It's part of the Guilford County Schools system. Colfax is also home to one of the biggest piano sellers in the country, Piano and Organ Distributors.
In 2000, the people of Colfax tried to become an official town. This process is called incorporation. However, they couldn't because the area wasn't dense enough with people. This didn't meet the rules for becoming a town in North Carolina. Later, parts of Colfax were added to the nearby cities. Greensboro took over some areas in 2008. High Point took over southern parts in 2010. Still, some parts of Colfax remain unincorporated today.
History of Colfax
Colfax has some old and important buildings. Three of these homes are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the Col. Isaac Beeson House, the Endsley-Morgan House, and the Shaw-Cude House. They are special because of their history and architecture.
Fun Things to Do in Colfax
Colfax used to host the Colfax Persimmon Festival. This was an annual event held on a historic farm. The festival celebrated the persimmon fruit. Its 14th and final event took place in October 2021.
Another great place is Triad Park. This park is unique because it sits right on the border between Guilford County and Forsyth County. It's a favorite spot for people to enjoy outdoor activities. Many families and friends gather there for fun.
Colfax's Climate
The weather in Colfax is generally warm. It gets rain spread out fairly evenly throughout the year. According to how scientists classify climates, Colfax has a Humid subtropical climate. This type of climate is often called "Cfa" on climate maps. It means the area has hot, humid summers and mild winters.
See also
In Spanish: Colfax (Carolina del Norte) para niños
