General Description: A free Gem and Mineral Museum located in the historic 1850's Jail in the center of town. There are 8 rooms filled with specimen. These rooms are dedicated to: Minerals from North Carolina; Fossils; Indian Artifacts; Fluorescing minerals; and a collection of minerals and specimen from around the world. There is also a fine gift shop with some jewelry crafted by local artisans and a collection of books on Gem and Mineral related subjects.
For a museum tour or visit outside of normal business hours please call Ray Behr at 828-342-6360 or Fred Plesner at 828-349-4224. |
