Dallas and Gaston County | Trail of History

On this Trail of History, we explore the historic town of Dallas and its importance to Gaston County’s history. We’ll join a walking tour around the Dallas town square, learn about historic cases tried at the old courthouse, and explain why the county seat was moved from Dallas to Gastonia. We’ll also visit the Gaston County Museum located inside the former Hoffman Hotel built in 1852. Trail of History in Dallas and Gaston County, North Carolina.