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THINGS TO DO



                                                                               Gaston County Museum of Art and History
                                                                               Dallas
                                                                                 Housed in the former Hoffman Hotel
                                                                               (built 1852) are permanent exhibits and rare
                                                                               artifacts that unravel the tales of Gaston
                                                                               County. New, interactive exhibits debut
                                                                               throughout the seasons. The museum is
                                                                               on the Historic Dallas Courthouse Square
                                                                               at the corner of West Main and Holland
                                                                               Streets. The museum can also be rented for
                                                                               private occasions.
                                                                                 131 West Main South, Dallas, NC 28034
                                                                                 704-922-7681 | gastoncountymuseum.org

                                                                               Arts on the Greenway
                                                                               Mount Holly
                                                                                 Pull up an easel and be inspired by the
                                                                               synergy where local artists create. Arts on
                                                                               the Greenway is an incubator for emerging
                                                                               and established artists, offering studio
                                                                               and gallery space and the opportunity
                                                                               to support the thriving arts community
                                                                               in Mount Holly. Open to the public on
                                                                               Saturdays from 11 am to 4 pm. Visit the
                                                                               gallery and gift shop for fine art, gifts, and
                                                                               creative collectibles.
                                                                                 500 East Central Avenue
                                                                                 Mount Holly, NC 28120
                                                                                 704-951-7474 | artsonthegreenway.com
                                                                               Little Theater of Gastonia
                                                                               Gastonia
                                                                                 Celebrating its 75th season, the Little
                                                                               Theater of Gastonia is the quintessential
                                                                               community stage whose curtains have
                                                                               parted for audiences since its founding
                                                                               in 1950. The variety of plays and
                                                                               musicals spotlight the local talent in our
                                                                               communities. Seasons run from fall through
            The Schiele Museum of Natural History                              spring, with a youth program each summer.
                                                                                 238 South Clay Street, Gastonia, NC 28052
                                                                                 704-865-0160 | littletheaterofgastonia.org
        Museums & The Arts                  African American Museum of         Attractions
        The Schiele Museum of Natural History   History and Culture            Carolina Speedway
        Gastonia                            Gastonia                             One of the oldest dirt racetracks in the
          The Schiele Museum of Natural History     Get connected to an authentic   South revs to life during race season. The
        inspires curiosity and understanding of   variety of exhibits and programs at the   4/10th of a mile oval track hosts divisions
        science and the natural world through   African American Museum of History   during race season, such as Late Model
        exceptional educational programs, exhibits,   and Culture inside the Loray Mill. These   Division, Street Stock Division, Open Wheel
        and research. Discover wildlife displays,   experiences bring a greater awareness of   Modified cars, Four Cylinder, Renegade,
        American Indian artifacts, gems and   the contributions of Black citizens to the   Hornets, or the NDRA Late Models. Cheer
        minerals, dinosaur fossils, and a state-of-  development and culture of Gaston County,   your favorite drivers to the finish line!
        the-art planetarium. The Schiele also has   regionally and nationwide. Check out     6355 Union Road, Gastonia 28054
        a replica Catawba Indian Village, a nature   museum events throughout the year ranging     carolinaspeedway.net | 704-869-0313
        trail, and The Farm, a showcase of local   from group tours to book exhibits. Open
        agriculture and live animals.       Tuesdays and Fridays from 11 am to 4 pm.   Muddy River Distillery
          1500 East Garrison Boulevard        300 South Firestone Street, Suite P    Welcome Muddy River Distillery to
          Gastonia, NC 28054                  Gastonia, NC 28052 | 980-888-4005      Mount Holly! The owners transformed
          704-866-6900 | schielemuseum.org    africanamericanmuseumgastonia.com  the historic Mount Holly Cotton Mill into

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