NC Mineral and Gem Festival

Gem Mining

Since the early 1950’s Spruce Pine, North Carolina has hosted the NC Mineral and Gem Festival. Visitors from around the world come shop for beautiful jewelry, gemstones, minerals, beads, crystals,…

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2022 Studio Tour

water media art

Art lovers rejoice… And then book your cabin to come experience the Toe River Arts 2022 Studio Tour!   “Since 1992, the Toe River Arts Studio Tour has showcased the…

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NC Rhododendron Festival

rhododendron

Just under half an hour from Springmaid Mountain, find festival fun in Bakersville, NC! The NC Rhododendron Festival draws visitors from all over the region. The festival features the Rhododendron…

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