Rutherford County Heritage Centers

Rutherford County is steeped in history that is preserved in the museums, heritage centers and parks that populate our foothills area. Whether you are interested in historic wars, the gold rush, agricultural history, genealogy or area tales, we have a story and a stop to entice your curiosity.

Rutherfordton Town Hall Heritage Display

Learn about hundreds of years of Rutherfordton's past. This exhibit depicts the history of Rutherfordton through murals on everything from Bechtler Mint to Tanner Clothing…

Rutherford County Heritage Centers

Rutherfordton Town Hall Heritage Display

Historical Trails And Sites

Historic Downtown Walking Trail

Museums

Local Parks With Trails