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A mountain heritage museum. You will get a glimpse of the past and aspects of our early life. We have attempted to preserve artifacts, records and pictures of early time and development.

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Old Pressley Sapphire Mine

An original mine. Birthplace of the World's Largest Blue Star Sapphires, "The Star of the Carolinas" and "The Southern Star"

Canton, NC Pioneer History

Skeeter's BBQ

Best Eastern Bar-B-Q in western North Carolina, specializing in Bar-B-Q caterings as well as custom catering for all occasions! *Full in-house family menu *Daily specials *Take-out

Canton, NC Businesses

Riverhouse Acres

Treat yourself to Nature at its best! Riverhouse Acres is a family owned & operated recreational getaway. We feature 20 river side full RV hook-ups. On our 9

Canton, NC Other Attractions

Comfort Inn of Canton

The Comfort Inn hotel is located with easy access off Interstate 40

Canton, NC Businesses

Things to do near Canton, NC

High Top Mountain Cottages

Overlook Dillsboro amid 100+ acres. Full kitchens, Primestar, 20 by 40 by 8 pool.Max six per cabin, Sunday to Sunday rental i...

Nantahala Cabins

New cabins in the Nantahala Gorge near whitewater rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding and other outdoor activities.3 B...

Old Burke County Courthouse

(c. 1837) The Courthouse is the focal point of Historic Morganton's National Register District and houses the Historic Burke ...

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 S...

Catherine Smith Art Gallery

Located in Farthing Auditorium on Rivers Street as part of the ASU campus, the gallery is open daily year-round, in conjuncti...