The town of Matthews, North Carolina was once just a sleepy railway town, but it has grown into a bustling town with a variety of things to do for both visitors and locals alike. Located between the cities of Monroe and Charlotte, the history of Matthews has been well preserved in its downtown district, where a local history museum, an old rail car, restaurants, bars, and more can be found. For any beer lovers, a trip to the town wouldn’t be complete without a stop at the Carolina Beer Temple, while history enthusiasts should stop at the Matthews Heritage Museum.

Matthews Heritage Museum

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Mecklenburg County Sportsplex at Matthews

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