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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

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food and food making items used by people around the 19th century

Learn about the food ways of the past

up close of two panels from the Place at the Polls exhibit
Learn about voting rights in North Carolina

Featured Exhibits

Experience the past firsthand, learning about the people and culture which shaped our community.

Plan Your Visit

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

Counties represented by the Mountain Gateway Museum

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Learn how we can work together to help tell Western NC's story.

Upcoming Events

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Jun 14, 2025 - Aug 16, 2025 —
Old Fort, NC

Second Saturday Workshops

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Jun
Jun 25, 2025 —
Old Fort, NC

Mountain Stories Book Club - Guests on Earth

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Jul
Jul 4, 2025 —
Old Fort, NC

Red, White, and Blues Ice Cream Social

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. We cannot wait to meet you!

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 - 5:00 Closed Sunday and Monday

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

Phone: (828) 619-5100 (main) (828) 785-9528 (cell)

Email: mgm@dncr.nc.gov

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