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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

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

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

Grassy Creek Golf & Country Club

Challenging par-72 golf course offering small, fast bentgrass greens and a 90 cart path rule, weather permitting. Championship (6277 yards, 70.2 rating, 132 slope); Middle (5744 yards, 68.0 rating, 125 slope); Forward (4797 yards, 68.9 rating, 125 slope). 18 holes, par 72. clubhouse, rstrnt./

Spruce Pine, NC Golf Courses

The Blue Ridge Soap Shed

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

Spruce Pine, NC Tours

Things to do near Spruce Pine, NC

Canton Area Historical Museum

A mountain heritage museum. You will get a glimpse of the past and aspects of our early life. We have attempted to preserve a...

Melange Inn & Gardens

Melange is a refreshingly elegant bed & breakfast setting with European flair. Secluded behind tall hedges and century old tr...

Comfort Inn & Suites

Outdoor PoolExercise RoomDeluxe Continental Breakfast ...

Holiday Inn - Cherokee

Newly remodeled motel, just south of Cherokee approximately 3/10 mile. ...