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  • social_media_groupWant to follow the City on Facebook or Twitter? The City of Morganton's Facebook page and Twitter account provide updates on City news releases and other information about programs and services. Just visit the City Facebook page and 'Like' the page to receive updates via Facebook. You can also follow the City on Twitter.
  • MP-Courthouse-170x126pxMorganton is the County Seat of Burke County, which is located in the foothills of western North Carolina. The City is intersected by I-40, US Highways 64 and 70, and NC Highways 18 and 181. Interstates 26, 77 and 85 are within a 50 mile radius. The Charlotte International Airport is just over an hour's drive from downtown

  • MP-the_grind-170x126pxThe Heart of Morganton is its vibrant downtown filled with restaurants, galleries, shops, parks a movie theater, and more. Residents gather on the Historic Courthouse Square during spring and summer to enjoy free Friday night concerts, and CoMMA, the City of Morganton Municipal Auditorium, offers wonderful shows and theater productions.

  • MP-LL-02-170x126pxThe City of Morganton offers the unique charms of a small city yet embraces technology, new development and progressive thinking. Whether you are a visitor, a retiree, a small family, or a business person looking for a new home, Morganton invites you to enjoy the wonderful amenities and services of our City.

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Year-round outdoor adventures and plenty of vacation venues to help you recharge, refresh and relax in Nature's Playground.