Emerald Village is one of North Carolina's most enjoyable attractions! If you like gem
mining... you'll LOVE Emerald Village! See Authentic Equipment in a real mine!
The indoor portion of the tour features uses of the minerals & gems found in these
mines.
A collection of mining lamps, dynamite plungers and other mining memorabilia are on
display.
You'll also want to visit our gallery of minerals with
specimens from
North Carolina and around the world. We also have a black
light display that really shows off some of our more unique
minerals and gems!
We are located on McKinney Mine Road in Little Switzerland, convenient from most areas of
the High Country area. We are easily accessible from Hwy 19E and Hwy 226, not far
from the North Carolina Minerals Museum.
We invite you to visit with us soon. We offer a wonderful experience for
individuals, families and groups of all sizes. Be sure to bring your camera
as we offer some truly exciting photo opportunities, with something for every age group.
Be sure to browse our website for just a few
of the many things of interest that you will
find at Emerald
Village.
OPEN DAILY APRIL 1 - OCTOBER 31 2009 (& WEEKENDS IN NOVEMBER)
April: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
May: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day Weekend: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
September & October: - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
November weekends only: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Closed December through March (limited office & mail orders)
We are located on McKinney Mine Road in Little Switzerland, convenient from most areas of
the High Country area. We are easily accessible from Hwy 19E and Hwy 226, not far
from the North Carolina Minerals Museum.
