Ticket Sales for Inaugural ‘Reed Glow Mine’ Nighttime Event Start Sept. 1
Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site will debut a new family-friendly event on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 6-9 p.m. When the sun sets, “Reed Glow Mine” comes to life with the addition of 25,000 lights around every twist and turn of the property. Ticket sales begin on Sept. 1 and the site anticipates a sell-out event. Reed Gold Mine is administered by the Division of State Historic Sites within the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR).
The event invites visitors to walk through a glimmering mine, explore colorfully lit walking paths, and experience illuminated gem panning.
“This is like nothing the site has ever offered before,” said site manager Amanda Brantley. “There will be some unexpected surprises sprinkled throughout the event and our staff is excited for visitors to experience Reed Gold Mine in a magical new way.”
Admission is $5 per person, and tickets are required for every attendee over the age of 12 months. Tickets must be purchased in advance online through EventBrite. No tickets will be sold onsite. Tickets are all inclusive, except for any gift shop purchases. Due to blinking and flashing lights this event may not be suitable for people with light sensitivities. Due to heavy pedestrian traffic, strollers will not be permitted inside the mine. The event is rain or shine and all ticket sales are final.
About Reed Gold Mine
Reed Gold Mine is the site of the first documented gold discovery in the United States. North Carolina led the nation in gold production until 1848, when it was eclipsed by the great rush to California. Today, the site interprets the history of gold mining and features exhibits on geology and mining technology. Visitors can experience the site through guided and self-guided tours of the historic underground mine, panning for gold, three miles of hiking trails, and a working reconstructed 19th century stamp mill. The site is located at 9621 Reed Mine Rd. in Midland, N.C. 28107. For more information, visit historicsites.nc.gov/reed or call 704-721-4653.
About the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages, promotes, and enhances the things that people love about North Carolina – its diverse arts and culture, rich history, and spectacular natural areas. At more than 100 sites across the state, the department enhances education, stimulates economic development, improves public health, expands accessibility, and strengthens community resiliency. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov.
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