Panning for gold? Make sure they show u how to use the ridges! Really nice older gentleman who taught us how to 'pan' properly. The other two girls working...totally left key information out!
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
i've taken friend's here when they come from out of town. it's a decent "park" and museum on a nice hot day. avoid it when it's cold and dank. good for kid's 6-12 Read more
Reed Gold Mine is the site of the first documented gold find in the United States. North Carolina led the nation in gold production until 1848, when it was eclipsed by the great rush to California.