June 6, 2020 Strike it rich at the Official North Carolina Gold Festival in Old Fort. North Carolina was the biggest gold producer in the country in the early 1800s. Nearby, the Bechtler Mint created the first gold coins. The 16th annual festival will be held at the Mountain Gateway Museum (24 Water St, Old Fort) and downtown, Old Fort. Activities include gold and gem panning contests, gold vendors including a display by the Reed Gold Mine, NC Gold Trail Exhibit, a Bechtler Gold Coin Exhibit, Gold Hill Exhibit, live music on two stages, and fantastic food. The Gold Storyteller will weave her golden tales.
NC Gold Album Showcase and headliner: Rick Scott, original member of the super group "Alabama" and Award-winning Songwriter, Johnny Cash "The Legend" Album and "Out Among the Stars"