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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

The Blue Ridge Soap Shed

Visitors can see soap made dailyApril - October, and enjoy all our handmade soaps (70+ varieties)

Spruce Pine, NC Tours

Mitchell County CoC Visitor Center



Spruce Pine, NC Businesses

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

Mountain Springs Campground & RV Park

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Blue Ridge Vacation Rentals

Vacation Rentals...

Bolick and Traditions Family Pottery

North Carolina traditional handmade pottery by fifth-generation and sixth-generation potters. Located on a 200-year-old farm ...

Howard Knob Park

Maintained by the Watauga Parks & Recreation Department, Howard Knob Park is open April through October, weather permitting. ...

The Pot Hole

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