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For a rural county, we've got a great selection of shops and restaurants to pique your interest and keep you coming back. Whether you want to buy original artwork or raid consignment shops for their great deals, you'll be happy here. Add in a tasty lunch or a scrumptious dinner to round out the day, then stay at one of our comfortable inns or cabins so you can do it again tomorrow.

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10 North Trade Cafe & Bakery

Great variety of fresh and appealing fare - located in downtown Tryon. Great service, bright pleasant atmosphere. Quiches, soups, salads, sandwiches and more. We have ...

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The 1889 Kenworthy Inn

Beautifully restored Inn with 12 uniquely decorated bedrooms. Our desire is to ensure your comfort and satisfaction. Expect exceptional service and delectable food that ...

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The 1903 Mimosa Inn & Restaurant

Bed & Breakfast A 100 plus year old restored landmark with 10 guest rooms uniquely decorated with antiques and reproductions was originally built as a “casino” or ...

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1906 Pine Crest Inn

Bed and Breakfast Built in 1900 as a sanatorium, later converted into a retreat in 1917 by Carter Brown, the inn was a favorite of F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway ...

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Brick Pizzeria & Cafe

Gourmet pizza, Italian specialties, sandwiches, salads, subs and more! Hours: Mon - Fri 11am - 9pm, Sat 12 - 9pm, Sun 1 - 9pm

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Buck's Pizza

Pizza, hot wings, sub sandwiches and more. Come in for delicious food that will fill you up.

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Burger King

Fast food Mon - Sat 6am – 11pm, Sun 7am - 11pm

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Calvert's Kitchen - Family Dining

Enjoy down home cooking in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Hours: Mon – Sat 11am - 8pm, Sun closed

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Caro-Mi Dining Room - Fine Dining

Fresh food with a regional flair. Hours: Wed - Thu 5pm - 8:15pm, Fri - Sat 5pm - 8:45pm

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CCC Internet Coffee Shop

Enjoy a delicious cup of java while you browse on-line. Hours: Mon – Fri 7am – 5pm

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Cocula Mexican Grille

Come in for your favorite Mexican dishes. Close to the expressway. Open everyday 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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El Chili Rojo - Mexican

Authentic Mexican food. Handmade pizza. Seafood. Catering. Hours: Mon - Thu 11am - 2:30pm & 5 - 10pm, Fri 11am - 2:30pm & 5 - 10:30pm, Sat 12 - 10:30pm, Sun 12 -10pm

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El Sureno - Mexican

El Sureno is a favorite Mexican restaurant in Columbus. Come in for your favorite dishes. Open Sun - Thu 11am - 10pm, Fri & Sat 11am - 11pm

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El Sureno Mexican Restaurant

El Sureno offers a large variety of authentic style Mexican foods and a full bar. Hours are Sunday through Thursday 11 am to 10 pm and Friday and Saturday 11 am to 11pm.

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Elmo's Pub and Grill

Your friendly local pub with the best burger around. Live music on weekends and special occasions. Hours Mon - Sun 11 am until

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Elmo's Too Pub and Grill

Variety is what you get at Elmo's Too in Columbus. We have the best burgers around. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Full bar. Entertainment on the weekends ...

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Exxon One Stop - Pizza and Hot Dogs

Serving pizza every day 5:30am – 11pm

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Fitzgerald's Chop House and Oyster Bar

Enjoy fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Open Wed - Thur 5:30 - 9pm, Fri - Sat 5:30 - 10pm Sun 11:30 - 7pm Lunch: Wed, Thur, Fri 11 - 2:00 pm

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Foothills Mountain BBQ and Sandwiches

The concession stand at Harmon Field. Hours: Mon - Fri 11am - 2pm

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Giardini Trattoria and Catering Co.

Enjoy dinner or lunch at this beautifully renovated farmhouse restaurant. Featuring authentic Italian regional cuisine with ingredients that come right from our own ...

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Granny Boop's and Pop Pop's Cafe

There's always fresh, hot, delicious food cooking at Granny Boop's and Pop Pops. Come in and try our award-winning chili. Everything made from scratch. Sandwiches, soups ...

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Green River Bar-B-Que

Green River Bar-B-Que has earned its reputation for having some of the best in Western North Carolina. Come in and see why. Hours: Tue - Thu 11am - 8pm, Fri - Sat 11am - ...

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Green River Plantation

A magnificent, nineteenth-century, forty-two-room mansion resting on 366 acres. It is now a Bed and Breakfast and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This ...

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Hill's Hardwood Grill (Take out only)

Grab a quick bite to go. Excellent food - burgers, fries, hot dogs. Monday through Saturday, between April and November. Look for us approximately 1 mile from I-26 exit ...

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Hot Dog King

The best hot dogs around town. Hours: Mon - Fri 11am – 4pm, Sat 11am – 2pm

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Joy Wok II Chinese Restaurant

Serving Szechuan, Hunan and Cantonese food. Order to take out or eat in. Located in Dunn's Columbus Commons. Open 7 days a week. Mon - Thurs: 10:30 am - 9:30 pm Fri - ...

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KFC/Taco Bell

Fast food. Hours: Mon - Thu 10:30am – 10:30pm, Fri - Sun 11am - 11pm

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Kyoto Japanese Steak House & Seafood

Mouth-watering, fresh food. Join us for lunch or dinner. Hours: Sun - Thu 11am - 9pm, Fri - Sat 11am - 10pm

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Larkin's Carolina Grill

The very best cuisine the Carolinas have to offer from "fallin' off the bone" baby back ribs, She crab soup, pulled pork, mountain trout to a full bar... and many more ...

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Lilac Wine and Piano Bar

Join us at the beautiful Lilac Wine and Piano Bar, located in downtown Tryon. We are a progressive wine bar featuring exceptional wines, a full Tapas style menu including ...

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McDonald's

Fast food. Hours: Sun - Sat 6am - 11pm

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Mountain View Barbeque & Deli

Delicious BBQ! Mountain View serves lunch and dinner with varying dishes from barbeque plates to deli sandwiches and also offers event catering. The restaurant focuses on a ...

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Mr. Juan's Mexican Restaurant

Great, authentic Mexican food. Lunch buffet. Full bar available. Hours Mon - Thurs 11 am to 9:30 pm Fri - Sat 11 am to 10 pm Sun 12 noon to 10 pm

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Nana's Kitchen

In Loving Memory of Rose "Nana" Fredman. Serving breakfast and lunch. Come in and enjoy our full breakfast, soups, sandwiches, meats, salads and more. Hours Monday through ...

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Orchard Inn

Bed and Breakfast - Historic mountain-top retreat on 20 acres with fine-dining restaurant, nine rooms, five cottages with jacuzzis, fireplaces, and private decks. Cool ...

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Plenty of Fish! Seafood Restaurant

Come and select from our wonderful choices of fish prepared in fresh, mouth watering, tantalizing dishes. We are open for lunch 11 am to 2 pm and for dinner 4:30 to 9:00 pm ...

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The Purple Onion - Casual Dining

The Purple Onion features a variety of ethnically inspired dishes with an emphasis on the Mediterranean's simple, healthful cuisine and a focus on freshness. Live music on ...

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The Restaurant at Pine Crest Inn

The Inn and restaurant are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and each carries the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond Award. Our beautifully landscaped 10 acre ...

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The Restaurant at The 1889 Kenworthy Inn

Come in and join us often for the best meal selections on any of our buffets or menus: Breakfast Buffet - 8:00 to 9:30 am Thu, Fri, Sat Plus Sunday After Church Buffet - ...

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Saluda Grade Cafe

Visit us and enjoy a sumptuous meal from a nicely varied menu. Hours: Tue & Sun 11am - 3pm, Wed - Sat 5pm - 9pm

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Scoops N More - Ice Cream

Polk County's Dessert Destination! Come in for hand-dipped ice cream, soft service ice cream, gourmet lollipops and licorice, gourmet coffees, espresso coffee drinks and ...

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Shaffer's Roadside Grill

There's a lot to choose from on our menu, so you are sure to have a delightful meal. Listen to live music every 2nd and 4th Friday evening. Hours: Mon - Sat 6:30am - 8pm ...

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Sidestreet Pizza & Pasta

Best pizza in town. Hours: Mon & Thu 11am - 9pm, Fri & Sat 11am - 10pm, Sun 3 - 9pm

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Simple Simon Sweets & Savories

Sandwiches, ice cream and more. Come in for a real treat! In the Shops of Tryon Hours: Mon 9 – 5, Tue & Thur 9 – 6, Wed 9-7, Fri & Sat 9 - 8pm

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Stone Hedge Inn

Stone Hedge Inn-Dining and Lodging Three miles from Tryon town center, our Inn includes the main house, a guest house, and a little stone cottage, all surrounded by 26 acres ...

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Subway

Healthy, fresh sandwiches and great service too. Hours: Sun – Sat 8:30am – 10:30pm

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Sunny Mountain Restaurant & Fish Camp

Friendly service, good food. Mon - Sat 6 am - 8 pm, Wed 6am - 2pm, Sun closed

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TJ's Cafe

Good home cooking. Hours: Sun - Fri 6 am-2pm, Sat 6-11am

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Tosh's Whistle Stop Cafe

Our full menu includes homemade soups, salads, quesadillas, bistro style and croissant sandwiches, homemade desserts and ice cream and espresso. Hours: Thur - Mon 11 am-5 ...

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The Town of Columbus

Columbus, a thriving small town, is the seat of Polk County. Enjoy good food at a surprising variety of restaurants. Tour historic sites such as the Polk County Courthouse ...

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The Town of Saluda

Small town on the National Registry of historic places with lots of charm and appeal. Experience a slower pace of life, a warm community spirit, good food and more. Enjoy ...

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The Town of Tryon

Enjoy small town charm and warm friendly people. Explore galleries and shops. Then, set for a spell to savor good food from local restaurants.

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Trade Street Gallery Coffeehouse

Trade Street Gallery Coffeehouse is a meeting place for musicians, teens, adults, handymen, and anybody else who cares to walk through the door. It is providing a place to ...

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Waffle House

Come on in. You know we're always glad to see ya! Hours: Sun - Sat Open 24 Hours

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Ward's Grill

Soups, sandwiches, burgers, ice cream and more. Come on in. Mon - Sat 6 am - 3:30 pm

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Wendy's

Fast food. Hours: Mon - Sun 10am - 1am

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For a rural county, we've got a great selection of shops and restaurants to pique your interest and keep you coming back. Whether you want to buy original artwork or raid consignment shops for their great deals, you'll be happy here. Add in a tasty lunch or a scrumptious dinner to round out the day, then stay at one of our comfortable inns or cabins so you can do it again tomorrow.

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Apple Mill

Come in and see why we are known for the finest apple butter, cider, mulling cider and more. Be sure to try our fresh pressed organic apple cider, and take home unique and ...

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Architectural Warehouse

Fine antique furniture, accessories and more. Visit us to experience the finest in quality, variety and service.

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The Artisans and Antiques of the Foothills

Come in! Come in! The shop features the art work of several artists who make their homes in the Tryon, Columbus, Landrum and Saluda area. We have lots for you to choose ...

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Atkins Orchard

Atkins Orchard is located in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina in Saluda. People drive for miles for our delicious Apple, Cherry, Muscadine and Peach Ciders. In ...

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Beneficial Foods Natural Foods Market

A new, beautiful Natural Foods Market on the campus of the Adawehi Institute and Healing Center. Offers lots of options for healthy diet, plus natural and environmentally ...

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Bonnie Bardos Art Studio

Saluda artist Bonnie Joy Bardos invites you to experience Open Studio on most Saturdays at 285 Greenville Street from 11-2; and by appointment or whenever the "Open Studio" ...

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Caroline's On Main

Caroline's on Main, established in 1999, seeks to provide the most unusual shopping experience in the friendliest atmosphere for fine, functional and fun gifts and ...

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The City of Landrum

The City of Landrum was founded in 1880 and incorporated in 1912. Located just west of Interstate 26 between Spartanburg, South Carolina and Asheville, North Carolina, the ...

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Curtis Wright Outfitters

We have all the outdoor gear you need, plus classes at our Fly Fishing School. Call for details or come by. Hours: Mon - Sat 10 am - 6 pm

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Duck Alley

Something for everyone! Jewelry (genuine stone and fashion), "Kameleon" jewelry, beading supplies, mineral specimens, fun greeting cards, Claire Burke, Tyler Candles, Painted ...

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Frog & Swan Antiques

Fine antiques. Tues - Sat 10 am - 4 pm, Sun 1 - 4 pm

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A Gardener's Cottage

A Shop for All Seasons…Locally grown herbs, perennials, topiaries and container gardens. Antique garden furniture, plant stands and accessories. Garden and nature books ...

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Gateway Gallery

Come and explore this full scale art gallery in downtown Columbus (next to Elmo's Too) and take home something extra special for your home or office. Gateway's exhibits ...

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Gipson Pottery

A gallery offering a wonderful variety of the artists work - paintings, prints and functional pottery. The pottery of Tiffany Gipson is fresh, creative, beautiful wheel ...

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Green Creek Winery

Sip wine on the patio with vineyard and distant mountain views. Or use as a locale for weddings, receptions, private parties, luncheons, dinners, or business events. Open ...

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Green River Adventures

Green River Adventures mission is to provide world class “river adventures” for every member of your family. Whether you take a guided day trip or indepth class - whitewater ...

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Green River Farm Mill Spring

Pick your own blueberries! Quiet location with beautiful mountain views and picnic tables. Limited quantities of berries. Call for availability. Wednesday through Sunday ...

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Heartwood Contemporary Crafts Gallery

Inspired creations... art for the heart and for the mind. Fine hand crafted items to view, use, live with or give. Wood, pottery, porcelain, jewelry, chimes, candles ...

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Keith's Triathlon Shop

Featuring: Bikes by Kestrel, Quintana Roo, Mountain Bikes, Team Uniforms, Swimming Equipment, Running Equipment and more! Visit our online store to learn about local bike ...

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Little Mountain Pottery

Visit a country pottery and watch potters at work on the potter's wheel, glazing, decorating, firing and unloading kilns much as they have for centuries. The pottery ...

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Music Shed

If it's Blue Grass, It's in the Shed! Blue Grass & Traditional Country Music CDs, DVDs, Box Sets, and More! Thousands of titles in stock. We are conveniently located just ...

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Nature's Store House Health Food Store

Organic produce and groceries, natural health and beauty products, wheat-free, gluten free snacks and breads, and more. Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 6 pm. Saturday 9 am to ...

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Polk County History Museum

Come see this fine collection of historic artifacts that tell the story of Polk County. There is lots to explore that is of interest to both young and old, including an ...

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Polk County Tailgate Market-Columbus

Come to Courthouse Street in downtown Columbus and buy wonderful fresh fruit, vegetables, baked goods, jellies, jams, flowers, plants, arts and crafts all produced locally ...

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Random Arts

Assorted goods for creative mindfulness... Paper, scrap booking materials, inks, stamps, paint and much more. Join our classes to expand your creativity and get a burst of ...

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Rockhouse Vineyards and Winery

Come experience Rockhouse Vineyards and Winery. Taste our award-winning wines and enjoy a tour of our small family winery. Our tasting room is open Thursday through Sunday ...

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Salamander

Raise your spirit. Enliven your home. Stop by and see all the wonderful, fresh merchandise that we carry. Books, cards, art, antiques, music, fair trade crafts, jewelry ...

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Saluda Depot

Built in the early 1900's, the depot is now a shop on Main Street in Saluda.

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Saluda Wine & Cheese Market

Come to Saluda Wine & Cheese Market! We are located at the crest of the historic Saluda Grade, the steepest standard gauge mainline railway grade in the United States. It ...

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Simply Irresistible Gallery

Simply Irresistible showcases the work of carefully selected artisans only from the Carolinas. When simply ordinary is not an option - it needs to be Simply Irresistible! ...

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Smoke Signals Trading Post

Authentic Native American gift items. Flutes, drums, music, books, gemstones and more. Come in and see all that we have. Hours: Wed thru Sat 11 am to 5 pm

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Southern Blessings Antique & Craft Mall, Thrift Store, Cafe

Come see all that we have under one roof--5,100 sq. ft. of diverse shopping on three floors. The upper level has nine antique and craft booths offering a large variety of ...

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The Town of Columbus

Columbus, a thriving small town, is the seat of Polk County. Enjoy good food at a surprising variety of restaurants. Tour historic sites such as the Polk County Courthouse ...

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The Town of Saluda

Small town on the National Registry of historic places with lots of charm and appeal. Experience a slower pace of life, a warm community spirit, good food and more. Enjoy ...

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The Town of Tryon

Enjoy small town charm and warm friendly people. Explore galleries and shops. Then, set for a spell to savor good food from local restaurants.

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Tryon Arts and Crafts

Since 1960, Tryon Arts & Crafts has helped thousands of individuals pursue their creative dreams. This 10,000 sq. ft. facility offers extensive studio space for workshops ...

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Tryon Auction House

Tryon Auction offers a wonderfully fun way to shop for fine antiques. Spend a memorable evening with us at the auction. Come for the jewelry, furniture, rugs, lamps ...

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Tryon House Apparel & Gifts

Headquarters for Morris, the Tryon Horse, apparel and accessories. Tryon House opened in 1983 and continues to offer a distinctive array of local artist spanning mediums from ...

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Tryon Painters and Sculptors

Learn new and exciting ways to express your creativity. Attend one of classes.

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Upstairs Artspace

Edgy Exhibits. Provocative programs. Wow! Workshops. The Upstairs Artspace is a non profit contemporary art gallery in downtown Tryon, North Carolina. We exhibit two- ...

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Vines and Stuff

Gifts for all ages. An eclectic assortment for every occasion. Come see our beautiful selection of local pottery, hand-turned wood bowls, and handcrafted wood tables ...

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WovenArt Gallery

The Gallery offers works of Impressionists, old masters, as well as local artists, all available as wall art, wall hangings, pillows, throws and purses. Home decor items are ...

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