The ground where the Battle for Guilford Courthouse was waged, this national military park is a solemn commemoration of the soldiers and militia who valiantly braved the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution. Back during the Revolutionary War, the battle for Guilford Courthouse was fought, with Major General Nathanael Greene and his men trying to defend the land. Complete with a tapestry of exhibits, monuments and dense forests, the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park is truly an indelible chapter marking the pages of America's history.
The Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden was created by Greensboro Beautiful, Inc. in conjunction with the Greensboro Parks & Recreation Department. Greensboro Beautiful is a nonprofit organization dedicated to maintaining and enhancing Greensboro's natural beauty and in 1976 created the Bicentennial Garden to celebrate the United States' 200th anniversary i.e. bicentennial. Sculptures of historical interest are placed throughout the park and the flowering trees, lush greenery and flowing stream create an idyllic setting for a romantic or family outing. This public garden is open daily from dawn until dusk and is available for weddings.
The Greensboro Arboretum is more than just a beautiful park complete with wedding gazebo, a fountain, arbor and bridges, though those features in and of themselves make the grounds worth a visit. What makes the arboretum extra special is that it provides a wealth of information for landscape designers or people who simply want some ideas for their garden. The property's 17 acres (6.88 hectares) have been split into 12 plant collections, grouped based on plant size, species, optimum growing conditions, or blossoming times. The grounds also contain a butterfly garden, the exceptional rose garden, rhododendron garden and walking trails.
First National Bank Field is home to the Greensboro Grasshoppers. The Grasshoppers play in the South Atlantic League and are the Singe-A minor league farm team of Major League Baseball's Florida Marlins. Opened in 2005, the stadium has a capacity 7,499. This is a wonderful sports stadium to watch a baseball game and root on the home team!
The Natural Science Center of Greensboro takes attendees through worlds once inhabited by dinosaurs with 36-foot (10 meters) tall T-Rex models, as well as places to learn about the natural earth like the Gem and Mineral Gallery. There are also aquatic labs where everyone can pet and get to know more about snakes, amphibians and other sea-creatures. A trip to this center and all the attractions within is an experience that all members of the family can enjoy.
The goal and lasting mission of the International Civil Rights Center and Museum is to educate future generations and also not let anyone forget Greensboro's as well as the nation's struggle for Civil Rights. Everything that began with the sit-in protest of the Woolworth-lunch counter 1960 by four young North Carolina A&T State College students and every battle in-between is chronicled inside these walls. This is truly an inspiring monument to chronicling the history of the Civil Rights Movement.
Adjacent to the Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden, this historic park is named after the Presbyterian minister and a self-trained physician. On this particular site back in 1767. he opened up an academy for young men. All told, Caldwell once owned these 550 acres where his home and academy used to stand in Greensboro, and where the park now sits. This history of this land is synonymous with Greensboro.
Inaugurated in 2001, Walter C. Latham Park is owned and managed by the Elon University, Elon, NC.The venue is mainly used for baseball games and serves as the home ground for the Elon Phoenix baseball. Equipped with world-class facilities, the stadium can accommodate up to 2,000 spectators for a single time.
A charitable dance company open for providing quality training in dance starting from 2years of age to adult students. There are a variety of dance forms taught here including Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Pointe, Contemporary, and Hip Hop. The dance instructors are well trained to provide highest level of training. There is a Master class series also held where students get a chance to learn new dance techniques from the ace dancers around the country. Visit the website to get details about their dance programs, master classes, recreational events and private lessons.
If you are into NASCAR and stock car racing, then the name of Richard Petty or The King will certainly excite you. Considered to be one of the legendary NASCAR drivers of all time, the Richard Petty Museum is a must visit for his fans. Opened in 1988, this repository not only showcases Petty's life but also his family's contribution to this sport. Get to know about the pioneering patriarch Lee Petty, his sons, Richard and Maurice, and nephew Dale Inman at the Hall of Fame. From their achievements to their huge impact in the game and NASCAR, it is all covered here. Head to Reaper Shed where Lee Petty started his career in building these mean machines. They even have a few models from the Pixar movie, Cars, on display. Get fascinated by their exhibits of racing cars and paraphernalia. Check out their gift store for merchandise and souvenirs. Don't miss their garage where they remodel and customize cars.