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AT TRAC T IONS Wet ‘N Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park. 3910 S. Holden Rd., (336) 852-9721,
(800) 555-5900. The largest water park in the Carolinas offers more than 35 rides and attractions. Enjoy Thunder Bay, one of only four tsunami pools in the country; the Hydra Fighter II, an awesome interactive water coaster; and enclosed slides, drop slides, tube rides and cable glides. www.emeraldpointe.com
GULF Local Information: Pittsboro-Siler City CVB (See our ad on page 64) Deep River Camelback Truss Bridge.
Rosser Rd., (800) 316-3829. Originally constructed in 1908 and spanning the Deep River, the bridge has undergone many reconstructions and renovations. Visit the bridge at Deep River Park, where you can enjoy a picnic with scenic views. www.visitpittsboro.com
HALIFAX Local Information: Halifax County TDA Historic Halifax State Historic Site.
25 St. David St., (252) 583-7191, (800) 522-4282. The home of the Halifax Resolves, the first official action for independence by any colony. Offers an audiovisual presentation, exhibits, guided tours and displays depicting the history of the town. Several historic structures are open on the site including the Sally Billy House (1808), the Burgess House (1808), the Halifax County Jail and Taproom Tavern (1838), and the Owens House (1760). www.halifax.nchistoricsites.org
HAMLET Local Information: Richmond County TDA National Railroad Museum and Hall of Fame. 2 Main St., (910) 895-9057. Built in 1900,
it is a prime example of Victorian architecture and one of the most photographed stations in the eastern United States. Exhibits include photographs, maps, displays, a model railroad layout and four pieces of rolling stock; also diesel engine 1114 and cab 5241. www.micropublishing.com/railroad
HAMPTONVILLE Local Information: Yadkin County C of C Buck Shoals Vineyard & Winery.
6121 Vintner Way, (336) 468-9274. The vineyard site includes a log cabin structure that is the tasting room facility and a 15,000-square-foot winery facility. www.buckshoalsvineyard.com. See Travel Map for location. Laurel Gray Vineyard.
5726 Old Hwy. 421, (336) 468-8463. We invite you to visit our tasting room/gift shop, which is a 75-year-old milking parlor, relax by the farm pond, or take a guided tour of our vineyards. www.laurelgray.com. See Travel Map for location.
HARRISBURG Local Information: Cabarrus County CVB (See our ad on page 69)
600 Racing Inc. (Legends Cars).
5245 Hwy. 49, (704) 455-3896. Home of the Legends, Bandolero and Thunder Roadster cars. Tour the manufacturing facility and see the building of the cars that offer the thrill of big-time professional racing. www.600racing.com Wood Brothers Racing. 7201 Caldwell Rd.,
(704) 456-1221. Race shop for Ken Shrader. Viewing window, showroom, gift shop. www.woodbrothersracing.com
HAW RIVER Local Information: BurlingtonAlamance County CVB (See our ad on page 63) Haw River Historical Museum.
201 Main St., (336) 578-1646, (336) 578-4467. Alamance County and textile histories are reflected in a large collection of photographs from 1890 to present, including a World War I and II exhibit, and a Civil War exhibit housing artifacts and photos. www.rootsweb.com/~nchrha
HENDERSON Local Information: Vance County Dept. of Tourism (See our ad on page 149) Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre.
3336 Raleigh Rd., Old US 1 Bus., (252) 438-6959. Originally opened in 1949, this is one of the few remaining drive-in theatres in NC. Family entertainment under the stars at an affordable price. www.raleighroaddrivein.com
HICKORY Local Information: Hickory Metro CVB (See our ad on page 75) Catawba Furniture Mall. 377 Hwy. 70 S.W., (828) 324-9701, (800) 789-0686. More than eight acres of home furnishings and accessories are only the beginning. The outlet features 75,000 square feet of off-the-floor-to-your-door furniture representing more than 30 manufacturers. www.catawbafurniture.com. See our ad on page 75. Catawba Science Center. 243 3rd Ave. N.E.,
(828) 322-8169. Discover the fun of science while you experience the trembling of an earthquake, meet live animals, see yourself as a TV weather forecaster, be a puppeteer and more! www.catawbascience.org Hickory Furniture Mart-Catawba Valley Furniture Museum. 2220 Hwy. 70 S.E.,
(828) 322-3510, (800) 862-6278. More than 20 acres featuring more than 100 galleries, showrooms and factory outlets under one roof with 1,000 manufacturing lines offering a wide selection of quality furniture. The museum displays period pieces, an early workshop and videos. www.hickoryfurniture.com. See our ad on this page. Hickory Museum of Art. 243 3rd Ave. N.E., (828) 327-8576. The second-oldest art museum in North Carolina – and the first museum in the Southeast to collect American art – offers exciting exhibits, classes, films and programs.
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