Rankin Museum of American Heritage
Wheelchair accessible
The Rankin Museum of American Heritage features a diverse collection spanning natural history, local history, and Native American culture, including a unique wing dedicated to Andre the Giant. It curates artifacts from the local region, various periods, and stuffed fauna from around the world.

📜 Founded by Dr. Pressley R. Rankin, Jr., MD, and his family, showcasing natural history, local history, and Native American culture.
🔍 Located in Ellerbe, North Carolina, it offers a deep dive into American heritage.

Why Go

🤼 Explore a unique collection of memorabilia from Andre the Giant.
🦅 Discover a very large collection of Native American artifacts.
🌍 See well-curated artifacts from various periods and stuffed fauna from around the world.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy an interactive zone for students and a self-guided scavenger hunt.

Why Avoid

🍽️ Limited food options in Ellerbe, plan to bring lunch or visit nearby Rockingham.

Tips

🚶 A self-guided tour takes approximately 1 hour.
🗓️ Group appointments for 15+ people on Monday/Tuesday require a week's notice.

Hours

🕒 Daily 10:00 am – 05:00 pm.

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible with seats for rest throughout the museum.

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