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As seen on the "Learning Channel," hunt for amazing treasures. Gem mine rain or shine. Covered flume lines. Extensive emerald display. Aquamarine mine trips. Sands of Time Museum, free. Jewelry and gift shop. Open March through December.

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Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine

As seen on the "Learning Channel,"

Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer History

Spruce Pine Gem & Gold Mine

Mine for native gemstones with one of the oldest mining families in North Carolina. Documented by National Geographic Magizine. Mining this area since 1810. Featured on PBS and in Readers Digest. Open year-round with covered flumes. Heated indoor flume in winter with warm water. Gemcutting &

Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer History

Historic Orchard at Altapass

Enjoy hayrides following the path of the Revolutionary War mountain soldiers or storytelling hayrides about our part of the mountains. An Appalachian cultural & historical center celebrating the people, music, art &

Spruce Pine, NC Orchards

Museum of N.C. Minerals

Exhibits feature minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Fun, interactive displays explain the importance of mining in the region.

Spruce Pine, NC Museums


Things to do near Spruce Pine, NC

Quaker Meadows Golf Club -Eighteen Hole

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

The Village Inn

Located at the intersection of Highway 321 Bypass and Sunset Drive, the Inn is situated on two beautifully landscaped acres w...

ShoeBooties Cafe

Distctive Downtown Dining! Dinner entrees feature signature chef specialties as well as steak, seafood, chicken, and pasta di...

Nolichucky River

A free-flowing river through the Pisgah National Forest. It pours through one of the deepest canyons in the East and creates...