Emily & Bryan
Things To Do
Emerald Hollow Mine
Spend some time looking for cool rocks, one of our favorite pastimes!
Main St. Antiques & Design Gallery
A great place to look at neat stuff! Housed in the former Burlington Mill in Mooresville, be sure to grab a slice or a burger before-hand from the connected restaurants before you stroll through this GIANT antique mall!
Stone Mountain State Park
This is where we got Engaged! We have hiked just about every trail in this beautiful park. If you have wanted a chance to hike through a rugged mountain landscape surrounded by trees and waterfalls, this is your chance! Just about an hour drive from Statesville.
Fisher Farm Park
A nice park for a stroll! Plenty of wide open space and a variety of fun trails, this was always a favorite of ours in our early days together when we spent time in Mooresville.
Murray's Mill Historic Site
One of our favorite go-to spots to take the dogs for a good walk in the outdoors. This place has been one of Bryan's family's favorite spots to visit since they first moved to NC - and for good reason: It is a historic one-of-a-kind operational grist mill with a picturesque waterwheel, a general store, and plenty of tranquility that can only be found in the quiet countryside of North Carolina.
Historic Bunker Hill Covered Bridge
This is one of the best kept secrets in central North Carolina... Tucked just off of US 70 is a restored covered bridge from days gone by, just a few hundred steps from where you will park. Enjoy the sounds of the river as you feel the history in the wooden beams of the structure, and be sure to take a stroll on the easily missed trail that snakes along the river. Another one of our favorite local outdoor spots!
Trackhouse Motorplex Go Cart Racing
FAST go carts! Bryan approved.
Concord Mills
A mecca for shopping and activities - great for kids and adults!
Key To Escape
Our local escape room!
Fort Dobbs State Historic Site
Learn about some of Statesville's rich history with a visit to Fort Dobbs!
Statesville Greenway - Gregory Creek Trailhead
Sue and Gibby's favorite trail. The trail runs alonside a creek where Bryan commonly finds quartz crystals!
D'Laney's
Our Friday night go-to!
Twisted Oak American Bar & Grill
Hard to beat the food at Twisted Oak - Our favorite is the Shrimp n Grits!
Katana Kitchen
You WILL have leftovers.
Wine Maestro Statesville
A downtown location for a wide variety of drinks
Fresh Chef Kitchen
Delicious food! Breakfast too, but not all day.