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Is Mayberry a Real Place? Where ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ Was Really Filmed and Debate Over Show’s Setting
Is Mayberry a Real Place? Closer delves into where The Andy Griffith Show was filmed and the debate behind the show's inspiration for its setting.
Collins spoke about how people have come to visit the town years after the show ended, keeping businesses alive still. Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images In August 2012, an interview resurfaced from the Archives of American Television of Griffith disputing the claims that Mayberry was based on his hometown. “Located 40 minutes northwest of Winston-Salem, Mount Airy has embraced its role with a number of attractions that honor its native son and his show.”
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