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EXPLORE CHARLOTTE | | | | | | | Afro-American Cultural Center401 N Myers St
Charlotte,
NC
28202
704-374-1565 | | | | | Description: UPTOWN. The stained glass windows of this restored building originally came from Little Rock AME Zion Church. Through these hallowed windows, you can see and hear the rich and historical exhibits that have become a showcase of African-American heritage. A theater, art gallery and amphitheater are venues for an ever changing, exciting array of culture.
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| Charlotte Museum of History3500 Shamrock Dr
Charlotte,
NC
28215-3214
704-568-1774 | | | | | Description: Located on the property of the Hezekiah Alexander Homesite, the museum offers various exhibits based upon the history of the city of Charlotte. A few of the exhibits are hands-on and make for a truly interactive experience. Learn bits of information about Charlotte that you won't find in textbooks.
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| 2730 Randolph Rd
Charlotte,
NC
28207
704-337-2000 | | | | | Description: MYERS PARK. On par with some of the best-known art museums in the country, Charlotte's Mint Museum is the oldest and most prestigious art museum in the state. Over 81,000 square feet of American, European, pre-Colombian, Spanish colonial and a smattering of local and regional art. The Mint also houses one of the largest collections of porcelain and ceramic art. Don't miss the Mint! A ticket purchased for the Mint Museum of Art is also good for same-day admission to Uptown's Museum of Craft + Design.
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| North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame119 Knob Hill Rd
Mooresville,
NC
28117
704-663-5331 | | | | | Description: Racing is as much a part of North Carolina history as Tar Heels basketball. The North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame, located off Interstate 77 north of Charlotte, gives both pros and rookies one of the most comprehensive studies of racing available anywhere. Over 35 classic and new race cars and memorabilia are available for viewing. You can also learn many interesting facts and trivia you may or may not already know.
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| North Carolina Transportation Museum411 S Salisbury Ave
Spencer,
NC
28159
704-636-2889 | | | | | Description: Located in a renovated train repair center, this museum encompasses the history of different types of transportation used in the region from the early 1800s to present day. Train rides are offered during warm weather season. The gift shop offers a variety of hard-to-find collectible trains. Guided tours are available by reservation. Admission may be charged for special events and train rides.
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| Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium1500 E Garrison Blvd
Gastonia,
NC
28054
704-866-6900 | | | | | Description: 30 minutes from the heart of Charlotte, the Schiele Nature Museum features exhibits that show the evolution of life, the natural history of North Carolina, and rare artifacts of North American Indians. The planetarium soars over 50 feet, and the living nature trails wind over 16 acres.
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| Backing Up Classic Auto Museum4545 Concord Pkwy S
Concord,
NC
28027
704-788-9500 | | | | | Description: CONCORD. This museum may be a bit on the small side but, nonetheless, it has some amusing attributes. One of the more unusual automobiles on display would have to be the BMW which has only one door! You will find a wide variety of cars here, including both muscle and standard. This is quite an intriguing museum!
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