Museums & Points of Interest in Moore County

  
Aberdeen Depot - This Victorian structure was designed by T.B. Creel and features exhibits of railroad artifacts from the Aberdeen and Rockfish Railroad. It is located in downtown Aberdeen, off U.S. 1. Free admission. (910)944-5902
 

 

Airborne and Special Operations Museum - The Army's newest and most modern museum located at Fort Bragg, in Fayetteville. Interactive displays, video and film presentations, rare artifacts, and life-size exhibits.

 

 
 
Bethesda Church & Cemetery - The church dates back to the 1790's and features Old Slave Gallery, and bullet holes from the Civil War. Guided tours for groups upon request.   (910) 944-1319
 
 
 
Carthage Historical Museum - Nearly 200 years of local history. It was once the home of Tyson and Jones Buggy Factory. Located in the McDonald Building in Carthage. Open on Sunday's and free to visit.     (910) 947-2331
 

 

Hastings Gallery -  Art work from local artists on display. Located in Boyd Library on the Sandhills Community College campus. Open Monday - Saturday. (910) 692-6185
 
 

 

JFK Special Warfare Museum - Military art and cultural items from around the world, emphasizing Special Forces. A gift shop also. Free admission. (910) 432-4272
 
 

 

JFK Hall of Heroes - Honors 17 Special Forces Medal of Honor recipients. Open 8 am to 4:30 pm weekdays. Free admission. Across the street from JKF Museum.
 
 

 

Malcolm Blue Farm & Museum - Located on 10 acres this is one of the few remaining examples of 19th century Scottish homes in the Sandhills. It was also the site of Sherman's Army bivouac during the 1865 advance on Fayetteville, the museum is designated by the N.C. War Tourism Council as part of the N.C. Civil War Theme Trails. (910) 944-9483
 

 

National Railroad Museum and Hall of Fame – A former Seaboard Air Line Railway (SAL) depot.   One of the most photographed stations in the Eastern US, includes a diesel-electric locomotive, caboose No. 5241 and a model railroad layout. Free admission.    Located at 2 Main Street, Hamlet   (910) 582-3317
 

 

 

North Carolina Pottery Center -

A museum and educational center that contains permanent exhibits tracing the history of North Carolina potters. Displays and programs change often to showcase all types of pottery and local potters. Items are available for sale. (336) 873-8430
 
 
Sandhills Horticultural Gardens - The gardens are located on the campus of Sandhills Community College behind Heutte Hall and cover more than 27 acres. A wide variety of plants are on display. The gardens are open to the public during daylight hour’s year-around. Exhibits and films may be seen in the welcome center. Free Admission. Located on Airport Road between Southern Pines and Pinehurst.  (910) 695-3882
 
 
 
Sandhills Woman's Exchange - This old, ramblings log cabin contains early American handicrafts and baked goods for sale. Light lunches are served.  Open from September to mid-May.  Located at 15 Azalea Road, Pinehurst.  (910) 295-4677
 
 

 

Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve - This state park showcases the unique natural features of the sandhills and include more than 676 acres of woodland, forest animals, unique plants, streams and ponds. There is a visitor center, museum and more than 4.5 miles of hiking trails. Regular nature programs are scheduled. Located at 1024 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines (910) 692-2167   Map

 

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