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Outdoor Recreation Information
City of Greensboro Parks & Recreation
Department.
1001 Fourth Street
Greensboro, NC 27402
Phone: (910) 373-2489
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Battle
of Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
The first national park established at a Revolutionary War site,
preserves 220 acres of historic fields and forests, imposing monuments and graves.
The park visitor center features audio-visual programs and exhibits of period
military artifacts.
open daily, except Christmas and New Year's, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Free Admission.
Call ahead for groups: (910) 288-1776
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The natural beauty of this swampy
area has been developed into a striking exhibit featuring a half-mile elevated
wooden walkway which provides easy access through the garden. Visitors can see
more than 8,000 individually-labeled trees, shrubs, ferns, bamboo and wild-flowers.
On Hobbs Rd., just north of Friendly Ave. Free admission. Call Greensboro Beautiful
for more information. Phone: (910) 373-2199
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Carolina
Model Railroaders
Operated by the Carolina Model Railroaders, Inc. See the operation of
18 scale miles of HO and N scale trains and equipment. Watch as prototypes of
modern and vintage equipment negotiate detailed, scenic layouts.
Hours: 7-10 pm, Thurs; 1-5 pm, Sun.. Located in The Depot, 300 E. Washington
St. Free admission. Call for more information: (910) 656-7968
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Celebration
Station
Enjoy a great collection of attractions designed to entertain the whole
family with miniature golf, go-carts, water bumper boats, arcade games, batting
cages and two theme restaurants. Birthday and group party packages are available.
Please call for hours. Reservations required for group rates. Fee for attractions
and games. 4315 Big Tree Way, off I-40 at the Wendover Ave. exit. Phone: (910)
316-0606
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Edward
R. Murrow Statue
Known for hison-the-scene reports from World War II and the Korean War,
Guilford County native Edward R. Murrow is remembered with a commemorative bust
located on the southwest corner of Friendly Ave., and Murrow Blvd. A permanent
exhibit at the Greensboro Historical Museum chronicles the life and times of
Murrow. For more information about Murrow, call: (910) 373-2043
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Emerald
Point Water Park
The largest water park in the Carolinas offers incredible, exciting summer
fun! Thunder Bay, one of only four tsunami (giant wave) pools in the USA, makes
massive, perfect waves. Enclosed slides, drop slides, tube rides and cable glides
provide thrills for all ages and sizes. A great children's area and drifting
river complete the fun for everyone. Group rates and catering available. Fee
for admission. Off I-85 exit 121, S. Holden Rd. Call for seasonal hours of operation.
Phone: (910) 852-9721 or 1-800-555-5900
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Green
Hill Center for North Carolina Art
This gallery and educational facility promotes the visual arts of North
Carolina through a variety of changing exhibitions and programs. ArtQuest is
a new permanent interactive children's gallery within Green Hill offering children
and families the opportunity to learn through the process of making art. The
sales gallery features a variety of art and crafts including glass, pottery,
jewelry, wood, fiber, and paints. Hours: 10am - 5pm, Tue.-Sat; 10am - 7pm, Wed;
2-5 pm, Sun. Call for guided group and hands-on tours. Phone: (910) 333-7485
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Greensboro
Ballet
Performances such as "The Nutcracker," educational programs,
and the Summer Festival Ballet are just a few of the many artistic activities
offered. The school of Greensboro Ballet teaches about 300 students each year
in state-of-the-art studios located in the Greensboro Cultural Center. Fee for
admission.
200 N. Davie St. #12
Greensboro, NC
Phone: 336-333-7480
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Greensboro
Opera Company
International opera stars and local talent combine in an annual, full-scale
production performed in the original language with English supertitles. Other
activities include special events, educational opportunities and related activities
throughout Greensboro. Fee for admission. Group rates are available and reservations
are recommended. Performances held in November at the War Memorial Auditorium
at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex.
200 N. Davie St., Suite 315
Greensboro, NC 27401
Phone: 336-273-9472
Greensboro
Symphony Orchestra
Hear Masterworks and Pops concerts featuring guest artists from around
the world. The Masterworks eight-concert series and the three-concert Pops Series
offer something for music lovers of all varieties. The season runs September
to May with all concerts performed in War Memorial Auditorium at the Greensboro
Coliseum Complex. Fee for admission. Call for more information.
200 N. Davie St. #304
Greensboro, NC 27401
Phone: 336-335-5456
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Greensboro
Historical Museum
Located downtown in a building dating back to the turn of the century,
the Museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5; Sunday 2-5
Free Admission. Call ahead for group tours
130 Summit Ave., Greensboro, NC 27401
phone: (919) 373-2043
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H.
Clinton Taylor Art Gallery
Visit this showcase for world art and community ethnic groups. Located
on the NC A&T State University campus. Call for hours of operation and mokre
information. 1601 E. Market Street (910) 334-7993
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Mattye
Reed African Heritage Center
Located on the NCA & T State University campus, the museum houses
one of the best collections of African culture in the country. See over 3,500
art and craft items from more than 30 African nations, New Guinea and Haiti.
Call for hours of operation and tour information. Free admission. 1601 E. Market
St. Phone: (910) 334-7874
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Mendenhall
Plantation
This early 19th century Quaker plantation includes many unique out-buildings,
a museum and one of two known false-bottom wagons used to transport runaway
slaves during the time of the Underground Railroad. Admission charge, donations
requested. Open April 1 through the third week in December, 10 am-2 pm, Tues.-Fri;
1-4 pm, Sat; 2-4 pm, Sun. Group tours are available throughout the year with
advance notice.
603 W. Main St.,
Jamestown, NC,
just two miles southwest of
Greensboro.
Phone: (910) 454-3819
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Natural
Science Center of Greensboro
Treat yourself to a hands-on museum, zoo and planetarium offering fun
for the whole family. Roam through the Dinosaur Gallery, learn about gems and
minerals, see the lemurs and enjoy touch labs. Visit snakes and amphibians in
the Jaycee Herpetarium, pet animals in the zoo's petting area, explore Kids
Alley and interact with exciting traveling exhibits. The Thesaurus Shoppe is
where you will find unusual gifts and educational toys for imaginative minds.
Hours: 9 am-5pm, Mon-Sat; 12:30-5, Sun. Admission charged. 4301 Lawndale Drive,
Adjacent to Country Park
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O.
Henry Statues
This outdoor, three-piece sculpture group honors Greenboro's best known
writer, William Sydney Porter (O. Henry). It features a bronze likeness of the
author, a 7 by 14 foot open book of his renowned short stories and a statue
of his small dog, Lovey. Located on the corner of North Elm and Bellemeade Streets.
A permanent exhibit of the life and times of O. Henry is located at the Greenboro
Historical Museum. Call for more information. Phone: (910) 373-2043
Tannenbaum Park
103 Green Acres Lane, Greensboro, NC 27410
Phone: (910) 288-8259
Call (910) 545-5315 for tour and event information. There is no charge for admission.
Features of this 8 acre park include: Colonial Heritage Center, the nearby Battle
of Guilford Courthouse (March 15, 1781), Hoskins House (c.1778), Kitchen, Melson
Forge Blacksmith Shop, Kitchen Garden, Coble Barn (c.1820) and the Field Crop
Plot
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Weatherspoon
Art Gallery
With six galleries, UNCG's contemporary art museum is nationally recognized
for its collection and changing exhibitions of 20th century american art. The
permanent collection also includes lithographs and bronzes by Henri Matisse.
Hours: 10 am-5 pm Tue., Thurs., & Fri,; 10 am-8 pm, Wed.; 1-5 pm, Sat &
Sun. Closed Mondays. Public guided tours are offered the first Sunday of every
month. Call for more information about group tours, exhibitions and special
events. Located on the UNCG campus, corner of Tate and spring Garden St. Admission
and convenient visitor parking are free.
Phone: (910) 334-5770
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