Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site
1799Site of the first documented gold find in the United States, sparking America's first gold rush.
18.3 mi away
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Site of the first documented gold find in the United States, sparking America's first gold rush.
Legendary 1.5-mile superspeedway that helped make Charlotte the capital of NASCAR.
36 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Ever wonder where everyday pottery came from? Right here, at the R.F. Outen Pottery, you're standing near a place that once churned out functional folk pottery for the community. Rufus Outen, trained by his father at…
This unassuming farmhouse whispers tales of early life in Mecklenburg County. The Grier-Rea House, originally built around 1815, offers a tangible link to the past. The house began as a two-story main block. Around…
Charlotte Christian School (7301 Sardis Rd., Charlotte, NC) is where a skinny Stephen Curry grew into a shooter. As a senior he averaged about 18 points and led the Knights deep into the state playoffs, but the legend…
Imagine life in Mecklenburg County before the Revolutionary War, because right here stands a silent witness to those times: the 1774 Alexander Rock House. Built by the Alexander family, construction finished in 1774.…
Welcome to Pineville, North Carolina, the birthplace of James K. Polk, the eleventh president of the United States. Here's something they do not put on the state historic site plaque. When Polk was sixteen years old, he…
Step back in time to the former home of a titan of industry, James Buchanan Duke. Here, at Lynnwood, later known as White Oaks, Duke spent his final years, a period that capped a remarkable career. This grand Colonial…
These unassuming houses whisper tales of hard work and community, a legacy woven into the fabric of Pineville. After 1894, Dover Yarn Mills began building this village to house its workers. Later, the Chadwick-Hoskins…
This unassuming brick building is more than just an old factory; it's a window into Charlotte's booming cotton mill era. Back in 1897, the Louise Cotton Mill was built, a two-story, 27-bay long structure. Then, in 1901,…
Ever wonder how Charlotte grew beyond its original four wards? This neighborhood, Dilworth, holds a big part of that story. Back in the 1890s, Edward Dilworth Latta bought up 250 acres just southwest of the city limits.…
Imagine living on a farm that's also hiding a gold mine! That's the story of the Robert Harvey Morrison Farm, also known as Cedarvale, right here in Cabarrus County.The main house, built around 1846, is a beautiful…
This isn't just another courthouse; it's a landmark that has witnessed nearly a century of justice in Mecklenburg County. Designed by Louis H. Asbury, construction on this Neoclassical building began in 1925 and was…
Right here, where you're driving, stood a symbol of Charlotte's transformation: Highland Park Manufacturing Company Mill No. 3. Built between 1903 and 1904, this mill was a major player in the textile industry,…
This historic church was a cornerstone of Charlotte's Brooklyn neighborhood, a vibrant African American community. Grace A.M.E. Zion Church was built in 1901 and 1902. It's a Gothic Revival style brick church. Look for…
Right here, where you're driving, once stood a symbol of Charlotte's booming financial scene. Merchants and Farmers National Bank was built back in the early 1870s to serve the growing agricultural and business…
This unassuming brick building tells a story of Charlotte's rise as a manufacturing hub. Built between 1904 and 1905, this was the Daniel A. Tompkins Company Machine Shop. They made textile machinery, supplies, and…
Charlotte's story is deeply entwined with the gleam of gold. Long before banking towers defined the skyline, the Carolina Gold Rush of the early 1800s transformed the area. Farmers tilling the red clay soil stumbled…
Imagine a grand movie palace shimmering with light and music – that was the Carolina Theatre. It stood here as a Charlotte landmark for decades. The Carolina Theatre first opened its doors in 1927. It was built during…
Pull over here for a minute; you're about to see Frew's Folly, also known as Rosedale, a reminder of Charlotte's plantation past.Built around 1815, Rosedale was a plantation home showcasing the Federal style of…
Step inside this charming indoor shopping arcade and experience a piece of Charlotte's history. Built in 1914, the Latta Arcade was designed by architect William H. Peeps. It was envisioned as a two-story atrium filled…
Imagine Charlotte's skyline... without its skyscrapers! This very spot was once home to the Independence Building, Charlotte's *first* skyscraper. Built in 1909 by J.A. Jones Construction, the Independence Building…
Once a grand 12-story hotel, this building tells a story of Charlotte's past. The Barringer Hotel, later known as Hall House, opened its doors in 1940. This red brick building quickly became a landmark in Charlotte,…
Once a grand 13-story hotel, this location whispers tales of Charlotte's booming past. Hotel Charlotte, later also known as the Queen Charlotte Hotel and other names, opened its doors in 1929 at the corner of Trade and…
That unassuming brick building right there holds a secret ingredient to American kitchens for decades: vinegar! The Speas Vinegar Company building is a piece of Charlotte's industrial past. Founded in 1888, the Speas…
This unassuming building tells a tale of Charlotte's industrial boom in the early 20th century. The Joseph Sykes Brothers Company Building, constructed in 1926, was designed by Lockwood, Greene & Co., a firm known for…
Pull over here for a minute; this unassuming house was the site of one of the last Confederate cabinet meetings. In late April of 1865, with the Confederacy crumbling, several members of Jefferson Davis's cabinet met…
These unassuming brick buildings hide a story of industry and, ultimately, hazard. The Southern Asbestos Company Mills, later known as Fiber Mills, processed asbestos here for much of the 20th century. Constructed…
Quench your thirst for history at this former Coca-Cola bottling plant, a piece of Charlotte's industrial past. This building, constructed between 1929 and 1930, was the Charlotte Coca-Cola Bottling Company Plant. It's…
Ever wonder what Charlotte was like when streetcars ruled the roads? You're about to drive through a living postcard from that era: Wesley Heights. Developed after 1911, Wesley Heights was one of Charlotte's first…
Listen closely, because this isn't just another building; it's Biddle Memorial Hall, the heart of Johnson C. Smith University. Built in 1883, Biddle Hall is a striking Romanesque-style building. It's known for its…
Before you, the Savona Mill stands as a testament to Charlotte's evolving industrial landscape. This wasn't just one business; it was a chameleon, adapting to the needs of the times. Originally constructed between 1915…
This unassuming brick house whispers tales of Mecklenburg County's agricultural past. Built sometime between 1820 and 1830, the William T. Alexander House was once the heart of a working plantation. The house itself is…
This unassuming building offers a rare peek into the daily life of a rural community at the turn of the century. Around 1890, the Hayes-Byrum Store opened its doors, a brick building where locals could buy everything…
Imagine standing on the banks of the Catawba River centuries ago, watching skilled fishermen at work. Nation Ford Fish Weir offers a tangible link to the Native Americans who thrived here long before European settlers…
Site of the first documented gold find in the United States, sparking America's first gold rush.
Get ready to hear about the spot where America's first gold rush took off! In 1799, twelve-year-old Conrad Reed found a seventeen-pound yellow rock in Little Meadow Creek. His family used it as a doorstop for a few…
Legendary 1.5-mile superspeedway that helped make Charlotte the capital of NASCAR.