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

Attractions and Upcoming Events

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

Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine

As seen on the "Learning Channel,"

Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer History

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

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


Things to do near Spruce Pine, NC

Pine Mountain Golf Club

18 hole golf course, open to the public 7 days a week. ...

Farmers Hardware

Located on Main Street. Family owned 60 year old hardware store full of unique and hard to find items. They sell everything...

Bovidae Farm Yarn Shop

Knitting and weaving yarns; knitting patterns and needles. Ashford spinning wheels. Corridale spinning fleece. Open Wednesd...

Deer Meadow Cabin

Cozy 1 bedroom cabin with big country porch in beautiful country setting. Ideal for couple or professional person.