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Avery County Historical Museum
Come see how life has changed over the years in Avery County at the Avery County Historical Museum in Newland.
http://www.averymuseum.com/
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- John C. Campbell Folk School: The Folk School offers visitors a chance to experience a special blend of history, art and natural beauty in the mountains of Western North Carolina.
- Mountain Gateway Museum: A trip to the Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort gives students a look into the past and helps them understand the importance of preserving local and regional history.
- Crafting North Carolina: A Hands on Exploration of North Carolina's Hand-made Heritage: North Carolina's geography, history, and resources brought to life through the crafts of the state.
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Housed in the Old County Jail in Newland, the Avery County Historical Museum collects, preserves, and displays photographs and historical artifacts of the people of Avery County. Rooms in the museum are dedicated to special topics such as the Mountain Medicine Room with its display of medical instruments and the Mountain Tools and Trades Room which “provides a glimpse into the hand labor that built Avery County.” Students will also enjoy seeing how children went to school in the old days.
The museum is open on Fridays from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Saturdays 11:00am to 3:00pm. It is located at 1829 Shultz Circle. For more information or to schedule a visit, call 828-733-7111. There is no admission fee.