- The list below includes 80 free or cheap things to do in or near Salisbury, North Carolina, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Historic Homes.
- From Salisbury National Cemetery to Dr. Josephus Hall House, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Salisbury and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Concord, Mooresville, Kannapolis and Statesville.
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Jugtown Pottery has been recognized with the North Carolina Folk Heritage Award and the National Endowment of the Arts National Heritage Fellowship for its pottery created just as it has been since 1917 at the same location. Visitors can also see the Jugtown Museum to learn more about the history.
47.9 Miles
Featuring a zoo, aquarium and a museum, the Greensboro Science Center is a hot spot of nature education and outreach. It is open every day except for Christmas and New Year's Day.
48.1 Miles
Greensboro, North Carolina is home to The Arboretum, a large botanical conservatory that includes a butterfly garden and dozens of other plant habitats. The Arboretum is open throughout the year, and admission is free.
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1601 E. Market St.,, Greensboro, NC 27411
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Tracing its origin back to 1891, North Carolina Agricultural and Technology State University is ranked first among historically black colleges in the U.S. Noted for its School of Engineering, the institution includes nanoscience technology among its offerings.
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Overlooking the 80-acre Rankin Lake, Rankin Lake Park allows access to the lake for fishing and boating. The park also features an 18-hole disc golf course, picnic shelters, a nearly 1.6 mile walking trail and a play area.
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1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
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Focusing on the natural wonders of the world, The Schiele Museum of Natural History focuses on various species of flora, fauna, minerals and fossils. The museum features full-size lifelike dioramas that help bring the historical features to life.
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The Schiele Museum of Natural History is divided up into seven halls including the North Carolina Natural History, North American Habitats, North American Wildlife, Earth and Man, and American Indian. The museum also has temporary exhibits and an outside gallery.
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Nestled in Hickory, North Carolina, the Hickory Museum of Art is a large art museum with extensive community outreach and programming. The museum offers self-guided tours, guided group tours, yoga sessions and t'ai chi classes.
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Catawba Science Center features a wide array of educational and hands-on exhibits. The center includes a planetarium, an aquarium, and a science shop, and offers a variety of special programs.
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The Arts Center of Catawba Valley is a versatile facility that hosts all manner of cultural events, including lectures, musical performances, plays, and exhibitions of various kinds of art work.