Room 130 Leutz Hall

With Elizabeth Hines Dr. Smith wrote : The Rush Started Here: Gold Mining in North Carolina 1799-1999. The RUSH started in NC almost 50 years before it hit California and the U.S. built and operated a U.S. Mint in Charlotte for almost 25 years until the Civil War started in 1861. Come hear Dr. Smith's talk and enjoy a fun evening. Dr. Smith reveals there is still gold to be found in NC - learn where.