Only 20 miles north of Charlotte, the town of Davidson combines the charm of a small village with easy access to all the attractions of big city living. Because it borders Lake Norman, the state's largest lake, there are plenty of lakefront recreational activities for water lovers.
Davidson gets its name from Davidson College, the small liberal arts college established there in 1837. Officially incorporated as the Town of Davidson College in 1879, it became simply Davidson in 1891. The college remains the town's biggest employer and has a strong presence in the community.
