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Museum's New Location

The museum's orginal location closed for repairs due to damage from Hurricane Helene. We have moved to 78-C Catawba Ave, Old Fort, NC

Change in Business Hours

On January 2, 2026, our business hours will change to 10am-4pm on Tuesday-Saturday.

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The Mountain Gateway Museum

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Experience the southern Appalachian past and learn about the people and culture that shaped the western region of North Carolina.

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Find out more about our museum. We're located at 78-C Catawba Ave., Old Fort, N.C.

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About the Mountain Gateway Museum

Our museum explores and celebrates the cultural history of western North Carolina, an area spanning 38 counties from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Piedmont.

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 4:00 Closed Sunday and Monday

Address: 78-C Catawba Ave, Old Fort, N.C. 28762    Map

Phone: (828) 619-5100 (main)

Email: mgm@dncr.nc.gov

 

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