Exit 54 (Hwy 21 North), I-77
Listed on the National Historic Register, Allison Woods features original
buildings from the 1760’s, historic and ornamental gardens,“heritage” gardens
on over 3,000 wooded acres. www.allisonwoodslivinghistory.org
Dashana Hall Plantation 704-872-3608
The
Darshana Hall Plantation is comprised of two houses, the first home was built
in 1753, the second was built in 1818. Three families have been building on
the plantation for over four centuries. This is the largest plantation in the area and is a National Historic
Register Property. Tours can be arranged by reservation. www.darshanahallplantation.com
Daveste' Vineyards704-528-2882
The Vineyard Estate,
planted in 2005, grows Malbec, Merlot, Chambourcin, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Chardonnay and the lessor know Rkatsiteli and Chouchillon.The Tasting room, which overlooks the
vineyard, is a 1,500 square-foot rustic timber-frame style and is open to the
public. There is also an Art Gallery, that features works by North
Carolina artists throughout the year. The Vineyard and Tasting room are
located off of interstates I-40 and I-77 at 155 Lytton Farm Road, Troutman, NC
28166. Hours of operation: Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. You can visit them on
the web at www.daveste.com.
Randy Moss Motorsports
Exit 49-A (Hwy 70 West), I-77
Governor Zebulon Vance House and
Museum704-876-0376 Exit 150 (Hwy 115 South), I-40501 West Sharpe Street
Built approx. 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
by the United Daughters of the Confederacy.
Fort
Dobbs Historic Site
704-873-5882 Exit 151 (Hwy 21 North), I-40
Situated in the Piedmont region of
North Carolina near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Fort Dobbs
State Historic Site provides a window into the tumultuous period of history
known as the French and Indian War (1754-1763) or Seven Years War. As the
only state historic site associated with the period, it represents North
Carolina's link with a global war for empire that crossed five continents,
lasted nearly a decade and sowed the seeds for independence. Fort Dobbs is open Tuesday-Saturday,
9-5pm and offers living history daily, living history weekends and special
events. Visit www.fortdobbs.org
for more information
Fun
Station 2000 704-838-0440
I-40 at Exit 150
Statesville’s only family
entertainment center. All indoor
facility featuring: Laser Tag, rides,
arcade, batting cages and full service restaurant specializing in wings and
pizza. For more information click here.
Hiddenite
Hiddenite Center/Historic Lucas Mansion 828-632-6966
Hiddenite Gems/Emerald Hollow 828-632-3394
Exit 148 (Hwy 90 West), I-40
Named for the gem found only in this area, this quaint township features
Hiddenite Gems/Emerald Hollow where the largest emerald in North America
weighing 1,686.3 karats was found. The Hiddenite Center/Historic Lucas
Mansion is a three-story Victorian mansion housing various collections and art
galleries as well as a toy and doll collection. http://hiddenitecenter.com
Howard's Farm
704-539-4994
Exit 65 off of I-77
Pick your own Strawberries in early May-early June; Sweet Corn in early July and Pumpkins, decorative Gourds mid Sept-Oct. Open Monday-Saturday 7 AM - 7 PM.
“Images
at the Crossroads” Fresco at the Statesville Civic Center
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. For more
information visit http://www.ci.statesville.nc.us/fresco.htm
Iredell
Children’s Museum704-872-7508
I-77 at Exit 50
Iredell Children’s Museum offers
children, ages 0-8, and their families a play space where children can grow
while participating in educational hands-on play. For more information on the Children's Museum, click here.
Iredell
Museums’ Court Street Gallery
704-873-4734
Iredell Museums’ Court Street Gallery
offers seven rotating contemporary art exhibits throughout the year. To see what exhibits are currently at the gallery click here.
Love
Valley and Linney’s Mill 704-592-2075
Exit 150 (Hwy 115 North), I-40
Founded in 1954, the Town of Love Valley (705-592-7451) is a western resort
town nestled in the Brushy Mountains featuring shops, 800 acres horse riding
trails. A few miles north is Linney’s Mill. One of the few fully
operational grist mills in North Carolina. Mill store and swinging
bridge on property.
Museum of Mountain Bike Art & Technology (MOMBAT) 704-878-9683
Located in First Flight Bikes in
Downtown Statesville. Discover the history
of bicycles and see bikes that have been used in major motion pictures and take
a stroll down memory lane. www.mombat.org
Zootastic
Park704-245-6446
448 Pilch Road in Troutman just
of I-77,
Exit 42.
A trip to Zootastic is a trip to
the
zoo!Both fun and educational for the
kid in all of us, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Barnyard
Petting Zoo
and interact with a wide variety
of farm animals and then wander
over to
Noah’s Ark, a covered walk that will allow you to get close to some of
the
exotic animals such as zebras, kangaroos, monkeys, wildebeests, zebras
and many
more.Finish out the day by exploring the
days of cowboys in the Western World exhibit with live performances as
well as
a candy shop and general store.
Daveste' Sunday Wine & Music Event/Pre-Super Bowl Party December 5, 2012 Entertainment by Johnny Barkley and Johnny Pinyan. Free Admission. Pre Super Bowl Event...Show your team spirit...wear or bring in something showing your favored team name ...Free munchies. There will be a prize for the most spirited fan. www.myspace.com/toojohnnys.
First Flight Bicycles Weekly Road Bike Ride December 7, 2012 Meet at First Flight for a ride to Signal Hill for a lap or two and back. Ride leaves at 6 pm for a 15 to 20 mile ride.
Daveste' Wine & Chocolate Lover's Event December 11, 2012 Entertainment by Jeff Haddix...acoustic. Free Admission...Enjoy samples of delicious chocolate treats...purchase a wine tasting, wine by the glass or bottle.
