More than $5 million of gold was struck at the Charlotte Mint. The building was designed by Philadelphia architect William Strickland. Learn more in this C-SPAN American History TV video. Read more.
This 150,000 square foot complex is packed with high-tech, interactive fun. See how fast you can change a tire, drive a simulator, or wave the checkered flag!
Opened in 2010, this museum houses studio craft & design from the 19th century to present day. Don't miss First Fridays, which showcases tours, live entertainment, hands-on art activities & more.
A new museum featuring the Bechtler family's private collection. Works by artists such as Giacometti and Miro are on public display for the first time.
Cash Crop exhibit running all the way through June 30, 2012. Great Experience
This place takes hands-on exploring to an extreme. Rainforests, science experiments, wind tunnels & the largest movie screen in the Carolinas will keep kids of all ages entertained for hours.
Perfect weekend destination! This museum has great exhibits and family fun! Learn even more about prehistoric animals, and buy highly detailed dinosaur collectibles by visiting www.FindDinosaurs.com. Read more.
Check out some great contemporary art in the city. Lots of great art on display. This is also a working studio for many artists in residence. Free admission. Read more.
Great, often local/regional art in a non-stuffy gallery space. Extensive beer & wine selection and often features DJs for ambiance.
Near identical menu to the pre-Diamond Penguin menu. Black bean veggie burger is killer. Easy on the hush puppies - they are the size of golf balls and fill you up fast! Read more.
All I can say is Southern style all the way. Share the fries. Worth the wait in line!
the penguin never closed. it was plucked out of the plaza midwood earth and transplanted on moreehead, given a gold blinged out chain and set up shop under a vw bug or two. same great fried treats!
Make sure you got a big appetite. The portions are very big. You definitely get your monies worth.
Cool atmosphere. Honey pecan chicken with the broccoli casserole is phenomenal!
The High Flyer is perfect for you first timers at the FB. A sampler if you will of the favorites- grits, oatmeal pancakes (peach compote=YUM), moon dusted potatoes...eat half and take half home.
No other neighborhood grille compares. Wait staff is super cool, food is priced just right and they have lots of space to meet in...I'm Just Sayin' Read more.
A casual tapas bar with a medieval pub atmosphere. Pair the aged cheddar & ale fondue with one of the 18 beers on tap.
It's one of the last true "historical hotspots" in Charlotte and it's the "Go-To" place for Burgers & Ice-cream. Check it out this summer
In 1799, 12-year-old Conrad Reed discovered a 17-pound gold nugget here. His father sold it for $3.50 in Fayetteville. It was worth about $3,600. Learn more in this American History TV video. Read more.
Much more than whitewater rafting. Get an "all sport pass" and enjoy hiking, mountain biking, ziplining and more! Don't forget Fido, USNWC loves dogs.
This has been, and still is my favorite pizza shop in NC/SC. Hands down best sicilian I've had so far in the south.
Great pizza. Really yummy garlic knots. Lunch specials - a salad, slice, and a drink for $6
Daily specials. Eat in or take out. The food is terrific! Meat/Fish and 2 sides, sandwiches, burgers, Greek specialties, awesome iced sweet tea, Wonderful pie,baklava, cake choices for dessert.
I've been coming here for years and the service has been as good as the knots: excellent! Love the deep dish pizza
