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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 & custom jewelry design. Gift & Souvenier Shop.

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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


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

Storie Street Grill

Located at the corner of Storie Street and Main. Downtown. Open all year. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Beer/w...

Ashe Arts Center

The Ashe Arts Center is a restored, historic, WPA Building that houses the Arts Council offices, an art gallery with changing...

1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa, The

Groups from all over the world have gathered at the 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa to celebrate special events and occassions. The ...

Dillsboro Chocolate Factory

Homemade fudge, confections, candy, gourmet coffee and foods. Espresso bar, outdoor seating. ...

Estes Mountain Retreat

A log home retreat in an isolated, heavily wooded, high altitude Blue Ridge Mountain setting. A romantic getaway.