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Find enriched and native gems including ruby, sapphire, garnet, amethyst, citrine, moonstone, topaz, smoky & rose quartz and more! All equipment is provided and we help beginners. Admission includes first bucket, $2 additional buckets. Covered flume for a great mining experience rain or shine. Be sure to visit our Rock Shop! Open April 1 to October 31.

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Sheffield Mine

As seen on the Travel Channel! We're right in the heart of gem mining country, minutes from Franklin. Our mine is great fun for families ... and sometimes profitable as well. Search for native ruby and sapphire. We also have enriched dirt for kids!

Franklin, NC Pioneer History


Franklin Family Entertainment

Bowling Lanes, Pool Parlor, Pinball, Nursery room, Meeting room/

Franklin, NC Fun Centers


Tallent's Stage Stop

Restaurant. Open year round. Mon - Friday 11:00am - 4

Franklin, NC Businesses

Things to do near Franklin, NC

Cornucopia

Deli sandwiches, homemade soups, salads, and desserts. Dinner-Continental cuisine, reservations requested. Brown bagging pe...

Cove Creek Preservation & Development

CCP&D is a non-profit corporation organized for preserving the historic school building built during the WPA-era. The buildi...

Rio Doce Gem Mine

Gem mining, gem cutting, gem cutting school, jewelry making....

Crouse Park

Town park features volleyball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, walking trail, playground equipment for all ages, picnic area and Cr...