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Oakboro Museum of History & Railroad Museum
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About Oakboro Museum of History & Railroad Museum
Two small-town collections a short drive west of the lake.
Oakboro Museum of History & Railroad Museum sits inside the museums & historic sites side of the Lake Tillery area. Plan on 1–2 hours here, and confirm seasonal hours before you drive — much of this region runs on a summer schedule.
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Industry
Badin Museum
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