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Neuseway Nature Center And Planetarium
The ''Neuseway Nature Center and Planetarium'' is a science center in Kinston, North Carolina. The facility includes 52 seat planetarium which also includes permanent exhibits focused on public health provided by Lenoir Memorial Hospital and an exhibit of space memorabilia donated by a former NASA engineer. A nature center includes exhibits of reptiles, fish and small mammals native to the area. The planetarium participates in the North Carolina Science Festival each year hosting a star party for visitors. References External links * {{official, http://www.neusewaypark.com/ Planetaria in the United States Science museums in North Carolina Nature centers in North Carolina Museums in Lenoir County, North Carolina ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kinston, North Carolina
Kinston is a city in Lenoir County, North Carolina, United States, with a population of 21,677 as of the 2010 census. It has been the county seat of Lenoir County since its formation in 1791. Kinston is located in the coastal plains region of eastern North Carolina. In 2009, Kinston won the All-America City Award. This marks the second time in 21 years the city has won the title. History Early history At the time of English settlement, the area was inhabited by the Neusiok people. Preceding the historic tribe, indigenous peoples of a variety of cultures had lived in the area for thousands of years. Before the English colonists established the city, they called the area "Atkins Bank", referring to a bluff once owned by Robert Atkins just above the Neuse River. Atkins Bank was the site of farms, a tobacco warehouse, and a Church of England mission. Kinston was created by an act of the North Carolina General Assembly in December 1762 as "Kingston", in honor of King George III ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
