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Ava Gardner Museum

Name: Ava Gardner Museum
Address: 325 East Market Street, Smithfield, NC, 27577, US

325 East Market Street

Smithfield, NC 27577

Ava Gardner Museum

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919-934-5830

The Ava Gardner Museum, one of North Carolina’s most remarkable attractions, honors the life, loves, and legacy of one of Hollywood’s most glamorous leading ladies.

Come to downtown Smithfield and discover the real Ava Gardner as you take the self-guided tour through more than 5,000 square-feet of exhibit space. You’ll see extraordinary costumes, movie posters and awards that represent Ava’s 50-year career as a leading Hollywood actress.

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