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Catawba Science Center
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Children’s Museum of Wilmington
Chimney Rock State Park
Fascinate-U Children's Museum
Frisco Native American Museum
Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine
A Time for Science
Gray Line Trolley Tours of Asheville
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Greensboro Children's Museum
Hands On! Children's Museum
Imagination Station Science Museum
Linville Caverns
Lynnwood Park Zoo
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
North Carolina Zoo
Reed Gold Mine
The Lazy 5 Ranch
Winterpast Farm
Zootastic Park
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What is North Carolina known as?
- You may know North Carolina as the Tar Heel State, or the Old North State.
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What kinds of activities does North Carolina offer for children?
- This state offers a laundry list of things to do with children. It is awash with outdoor adventures, starting with Linville Caverns. This limestone walled dwelling was discovered on a fluke during a fishing expedition – to all our advantage.
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What natural attractions are found in North Carolina?
- Chimney Rock State Park features breathtaking, panoramic views of up to 75 miles.
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What historical significance does North Carolina have?
- North Carolina, with its long mining history, is also home to the country’s first documented gold find.
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