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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

Rose Creek Mine

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

Franklin, NC Pioneer History

Patterson Realty Vacation Rentals

Fully furnished cottages & homes ready for a relaxing vacation in the mountains of Western North Carolina!

Franklin, NC Businesses

Heritage Villas

Located in downtown Franklin, these one room efficiency rentals are quiet, clean and cozy but within walking distance of downtown shopping, museums, dining etc. All have Cable, A/C &

Franklin, NC Businesses

Nantahala National Forest

The Nantahala National Forest encompasses more than a half-million acres of pristine woodlands. Elevations from a high of 5,800 feet to a low of 1,200

Franklin, NC Parks

Things to do Museums near Franklin, NC

Rutherford County Farm Museum

Display of artifacts reflecting life on the farm and in textile mills in late 18th and eary 19th century Rutherford County. I...

Rural Life Museum

Museum on the Mars Hill College Campus showing the history and culture of the Southern Appalachian Region and Madison County....

Scottish Tartans Museum

The museum, the only one of its kind in the United States, contains the official registry of all publicly-known tartans and i...

Polk County Historical Museum

The former RR Depot now houses treasures from the past; over 500 artifacts; tools, clothing, paintings and photos dating back...

Macon County Historical Museum

Historial museum of Macon County's Appalachian culture located in the historic Pendergrass Building in downtown Franklin. An...