- The list below includes 58 free or cheap things to do in or near Blowing Rock, North Carolina, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Specialty Shops and Ziplines.
- From Moses H. Cone Memorial Park to Julian Price Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Blowing Rock and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boone, Banner Elk, West Jefferson and Linville.
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43.3 Miles
The William King Museum of Art leads in premier visuals and artifacts from Abingdon's history. Exhibits include contemporary regional art, cultural heritage pieces, sculpture garden and fine world art.
43.3 Miles
At Harry L. Coomes Recreation Center, visitors can participate in sports programs for volleyball, soccer, football, basketball, and more. The center also has indoor and outdoor pools for recreational swimming.
43.8 Miles
The Nolichucky River runs through both North Carolina and Tennessee. It features Class III and Class IV whitewater rapids for rafters and flows for 8 miles through a scenic mountain gorge that has most of its excitement at the beginning.
44.0 Miles
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520 Birthplace of Country Music Way, Bristol, VA 24201
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An affiliate of the Smithsonian, the Birthplace of Country Music Alliance explores the history of the Bristol Sessions of 1927 and their impact on country music. The museums exhibits include artifacts, theatre experiences, film and sound presentations and interactive displays.
44.1 Miles
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1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA
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Crafts, food, music, and local culture is put on display at Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway. Interactive exhibits allow for exploration of the art of the region while there are also live music events and a restaurant with acoffee and wine bar.
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Fender's Farm and Corn Maze is a seven-acre corn maze with activities throughout for visitors of all ages. There's a petting zoo, hayrides and music. Other events are offered at an additional charge, including bull riding, paintball and sugar pie pumpkin decorating.
45.6 Miles
Located in a historic community, Old Town Emporium offers views of the surrounding Appalachian Mountains. The gift shop has merchandise like books and crafts that are related to the history of the town.
45.6 Miles
Jonesborough History Museum has many various exhibits primarily involving the history of the area. Patrons can read a local textbook from the 1800s, browse exhibits on agriculture, see antique guns and learn history of local buildings.
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101 E Main Street, Jonesborough, TN 37659
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Jonesborough Art Glass Gallery displays creative wares ranging from stained glass pieces to vehicles made from soda cans, beer cans, or assorted metal tools. They also feature stone and wooden housewares as well as unique jewelry and purses.
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Situated on Boone Lake, Sonny's Marina provides visitors with a range of boat services, from covered slip boarding to pontoon rentals. The marina hosts live entertainment from local musicians on a monthly basis.