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Smithfield is the birthplace of Hollywood icon Ava Gardner. At the Ava Gardner Museum, you’ll find authentic memorabilia including movie scripts, photographs, costumes, and her personal belongings. The museum plays a 15 minute movie on the life of the actress, and displays 16 permanent exhibits. Tours include the Ava Gardner Heritage Tour which visits her birthplace, favorite haunts around town, and her gravesite. Today, Smithfield is equally known for its outlet shops, which include some of the world’s best known brands. Smithfield is just one stop on the Johnston County Beer, Wine and Shine Trail, which highlights some of the area’s best known wineries, breweries, and distilleries.

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