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Housed in the former Catawba County Courthouse (circa 1924). Regional in its scope of the Catawba Valley area history, the exhibits include a rare British Revolution-era redcoat, a 1930's racing car, a fine collection of locally crafted furniture and Catawba Valley pottery.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Hickory Motor Speedway

Hailed as the birthplace of NASCAR stars such as Dale Earnhardt, Junior Johnson, Ned and Dale Jarrett and Harry Gant. Opened in 1951, this is one of the country'

Newton, NC Speedways

Old St. Pauls Lutheran Church

Old St. Paul's Lutheran Church is a two-story log weathered-boarded church, featuring an impressive federal style interior including intricately carved sounding board and moldings and a slave balcony. Built in 1818

Newton, NC Churches


Southside Park

A 27-acre park featuring: group picnic shelters, amphitheater, concession and restroom facilities, playground area, informal ballfield, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, paved parking for 125 cars, open area for informal activities

Newton, NC Parks

Hickory American Legion Fair

County Fair, music, rides entertainment and more.

Newton, NC Other Attractions

Things to do near Newton, NC

Forest Oaks Country Club

Private golf course built in 1962 and now hosts Wyndham Championship. This course was built on large rolling hills and many o...

William B. Umstead State Park

Over 5,500 acres of natural area located in Wake County between Glenwood Ave/Hwy 70 and I-40. The park offers hiking trails,...

Anna Maria's Pizzeria

Serves traditional Italian food, including antipasti, lasagna, ravioli, parmagiana (veal, chicken and eggplant), spaghetti an...