A farm boy grew up listening for the clang of a bell. Today, in Johnston County, his large, loud, and heavy collection rings on.
One Man’s Treasure
Some hobbies take up a corner of the garage. In Hertford County, an eclectic collection of Americana fills an entire high school.
Remembering Captain Woo Woo Harker
A beloved sailor spent his life on the waters around Carteret County. Today, a bronze bust pays tribute to his friendly nature and passion for the sea.
Fayetteville’s Jurassic Park
On a sprawling farm in Cumberland County, many of the creatures within the enclosures are of the prehistoric variety.
Miniatures in Motion
All aboard! A garden railway educates visitors about train safety while welcoming guest locomotives to get in on the fun.
Home of the World’s Largest Ten Commandments
A biblical-themed park that’s part religious retreat, part roadside attraction encourages visitors from all walks of life to have a mountaintop experience.
Stone Paradise
Dreams come in all shapes and sizes. In Caswell County, a man’s aspirations took the form of a miniature rock-and-cement village.
His Cups Runneth Over
Thanks to a mug-obsessed man in Caldwell County, a cabin in the woods gives an entirely new meaning to “happiness in a cup.”
Kenly 95’s Guiding Light
Instead of warning sailors, this towering lighthouse replica along I-95 is a welcome to weary travelers who need a break from the interstate.
