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Outdoor Recreation Information
City of Greensboro Parks & Recreation Department.
P.O. Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
Phone: (910) 373-2574, FAX: (910)373-2060
e-mail to: leisure@interpath.com
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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. Call for more information. Phone: (910) 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. Phone: (910) 273-9472
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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. Phone: (910)
333-7490
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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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