Explore Mitchell County
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 HistoryMuseum of N.C. Minerals
Exhibits feature minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Fun, interactive displays explain the importance of mining in the region.
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Penland School of Crafts - Penland Gallery
On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Penland Gallery offers a tour of the campus. This indepth, guided tour tells the history of the School and visits many of the working student artists. Reservations are required through the Gallery.The School of Crafts offers over 12
Penland, NC ArtsThe Blue Ridge Soap Shed
Visitors can see soap made dailyApril - October, and enjoy all our handmade soaps (70+ varieties)
Spruce Pine, NC ToursLaurel Oaks Farm
Secluded chalet and spacious log house, both with stunning views on 170+ acres of mostly wooded farm on which we run sheep guarded by a llama.Farm and wool-spinning demonstrations.
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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 OrchardsRoan Mountain
This high ridge along the North Carolina-Tennessee state line, in Pisgah National Forest, stands 6,285
Bakersville, NC Other AttractionsSaylor Lake RV Park
Privately owned RV park located on a five acre lake. Very quiet and secluded with covered picnic tables and shade. There is a 150'
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