The pottery of the North Carolina folk potters awaits you at Appalachian Crafts. Teague, Owen, McNeil, Wyndham, and Cole, as well as many skilled artisans from the surrounding neighborhoods. Phil Brown's carved eastern song birds, neat little wooden boxes from Tennessee, wooden toys, hand-woven looped rugs, hand-quilted quilts-and you can have these made to order, jams, jellies, wooden kitchen utensils, CDs of local folk singers, and even bees' wax candles! Rather read? We have books by local authors (Thomas Wolf, Wilma Dykeman), books on what to do and where to go: hiking, biking, exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway, and even some down home Southern cookbooks! Y'all come!

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A discovery packed nature and science emporium. Full selection of binoculars and telescopes. Hiking guides, packs and hats, nature books and toys. Adjacent gallery features the world's best wildlife artists.

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Classic fashions for children featuring the JD line at 30 to 50 percent off retail. Many other fine lines available. Baby gifts, tea sets and music boxes designed to fit a mother's taste and a child's whimsy.

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Restored to its 1940s heyday, this grand emporium features vintage housewares, quality outdoor gear, and comfortable clothing for every mountain season. Mast General Store, an Applachian Mountain tradition since 1883.

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The area's largest complete children's store with more than 6,000 children's book titles, unique educational and "fun" toys and games, and a full range of quality children's clothing.

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Founded in 1968, The Health Adventure's mission is to serve as a health & science museum for children & today's families, dedicated to improving health awareness, promoting wellness lifestyles & increasing science & environmental literacy through programs & exhibits. The Health Adventure currently serves 130,000 people annually, mostly children, from 27 counties across NC and additional visitors from neighboring states through combined museum visits, school field trips & outreach classes. The Health Adventure explores the wonders of the human body & the world around us, encouraging curiosity, creativity & capacity for human discovery. Health, biological & physical science, technology & the scientific process are emphasized in our interactive exhibits & curricula. Our goal is to ensure students and families leave The Health Adventure & our programs more knowledgeable about health & science so they develop lifelong patterns of good health & independent learning and discovery.

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Take a trip back in time while enjoying three historic buildings filled with great toys, practical housewares, hand woodworking tools, regional books, nostalgic collectibles and garden gifts. Shipping available.

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As North Carolina's original family theme park, Tweetsie Railroad is a unique attraction that allows children and families to explore their imaginations and a whole lot more. Be a cowboy, cowgirl, Indian or an engineer. Shop along Main Street, pan for gold or visit the Deer Park. Tweetsie has amusement rides for all ages and live entertainment throughout the park. And of course, hop aboard our historic steam-powered train for a fun-filled three-mile Wild West journey through the scenic mountains. Located in Blowing Rock, NC.

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The newest fun place for dogs in Asheville. We offer a delicious variety of homemade treats and chews, dog clothing, unique toys, accessories and pet photography. Use our stress-free grooming service, We do not cage pets or use cage dryers. Our State-of-the-Art Self Serve dog wash makes it fun and easy to wash your dog, bring the whole family.

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Timeless children's fashions for girls newborn to 12 and for boys newborn to 8. Clothing for everyday and special occasions including smocking, matching brother-sister outfits. Upstairs above Once Upon a Time.

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