Local Area Attractions

Signal Hill Mall. 1685 East Broad Street Statesville NC 28625. This enclosed mall has a Belk, Bath & Body, GNC, and Radio Shack along with 2 shoe stores, a music store and several others. Mother’s Day Craft Show in May. Fall Holiday Craft Show held in October.

Images at the Crossroads. 300 South Center Street Statesville, NC 28677. 704-878-3493. "Adorning a specially created wall in the Statesville Civic Center, the 21 feet tall, 19 feet wide fresco was crafted by world renowned artist Ben Long, a native of Statesville." 

Governor Zebulon Vance House and Museum 501 West Sharpe Street Statesville, NC 28625. 704-876-0376. "Built around 1832-1860, this Greek Revival two-story frame house is one of the oldest structures in Statesville. In 1865 it served as headquarters for Governor Zebulon Vance during his exile from the state capitol during the last months of the Civil War. The house is now operated as a museum.

Hiddenite Gems, Inc. 484 Emerald Hollow Mine Drive Hiddenite, NC 28636. 866-600-GEMS. This locality is recognized as one of the most unique and interesting geological locations on the North American continent. Host to more than sixty-three different types of naturally occurring gems and minerals, a virtual treasure trove of gemstones can be found at our gem mine!  Many of these are very rare, including emerald, aquamarine, sapphire, garnet, topaz, amethyst, citrine, rutile, and tourmaline, along with an abundance of world class smoky and clear quartz crystals. Hiddenite is also famous as the only place on earth where the very rare gemstone "Hiddenite" can be found! Each year, thousands of rockhounds, tourists and educational field trip participants flock to this popular North Carolina attraction to experience the thrill of finding rare gemstones in the rough. Whether a serious or amateur prospector hoping to fulfill dreams of finding hidden treasures, a student experiencing an enriching "hands on" learning experience or a family seeking quality outdoor recreation, a trip to the Emerald Hollow Mine guarantees a fun and exciting adventure for people of all ages! www.hiddenitegems.com

Iredell Museums, Inc. PO Box 223 / 134 Court Street Statesville, NC 28687. 704-873-4734. "The mission of Iredell Museums is to preserve, promote, and provide learning experiences in culture, heritage, science and the arts. The organization operates Court Street Gallery, the Heritage Farmstead and the Children's Play Space, an interactive children's museum." www.iredellmuseums.org

Allison Woods. P.O. Box 6717 Statesville, NC 28687 704-872-1930. Allison Woods is an extensive hardwood forest covering over a thousand acres. Allison Woods is open by appointment any time of the year, and weekend public programs are held for families and adults. In summer, a series of children's day camps serves the general public. www.allison-woods.org

Fort Dobbs Historic Site. 438 Fort Dobbs Road Statesville, NC 28677. 704-873-5866. "The site of a three story log fort constructed in 1756 during the French and Indian War, Fort Dobbs marked the westernmost frontier in America at that time. Daniel Boone and his family, among others, sought protection and shelter there during Indian raids." Donations are accepted.  www.fortdobbs.org

Statesville Golf Courses:
Fox Den Country Club. 175 Clubhouse Drive Statesville NC 28677. 704-872-9900. Semi-Private, 18 holes, $34.00 - $46.00 . This course has greens that average approximately 6,200-square feet in size and the pins are usually placed in tough locations. Six holes on the course are rolling and nine are more mountain style. A forty-foot wide creek runs through the course, and ponds dot the areas between holes. Water hazards come into play on eleven holes. The four finishing holes are cut out of the forest and very scenic. The most scenic hole, according to designer Clyde Johnston, is #15, a 395-yard, par 4, which has a dogleg right fairway and three sand bunkers in the landing area. There are two green-side bunkers and a waterfall sits directly behind the green. There are 6.2 miles of cart paths, so walking the course is not recommended. There is separate green fee rate for Friday. www.foxdencc.com

Lakewood Golf Club. 273 Old Airport Road Statesville NC 28677. 704-873-6441. Semi-Private. $20.00-$49.00, The 18-hole "Lakewood “course at the Lakewood Golf Club facility in Statesville, North Carolina features 6,425 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 . The course rating is 69.6 and it has a slope rating of 113 on Bermuda grass.  Designed by Foy Brittan, the Lakewood golf course opened in 1969. Dennis Watkins manages the course as the Co-Owner. www.lakewoodgolfclub.net

Twin Oaks Golf Club. 320 Twin Oaks Road Statesville NC 28625. 704-872-3979. Public, $21.00 -$27.00. This course was built on rolling terrain and has water hazards that come into play on some holes. The greens are undulating, but protected by very few bunkers. The fairways are tree lined, and the rolling terrain will cause many uneven lies. This course's toughest hole is #9, a 546-yard, par 5, requiring an approach shot to an extremely well-bunkered green. Players can walk the course Monday through Thursday after 2 PM. www.playtwinoaksgolf.com

Local Area Links:

Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau 1551 East Broad Street, Statesville NC 28625. 877-531-1819. www.visitstatesville.org

Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce 115 East Front Street Statesville NC 28677. 704-873-2892. www.statesvillechamber.org

Statesville Community Calendar. www.gostatesville.com

Statesville City Links. www.statesvillenc.org

Discover our town, lots of business links.  www.discoverourtown.com/nc/statesville

North Carolina web site for travelers. (We are in the Piedmont area of NC) www.visitnc.com

To find Wineries in North Carolina: 


www.visitncwine.com
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