Ava Gardner Museum

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325 E. Market Street
Smithfield, NC 27577
(919) 934-5830
Hours:
Mon - Fri 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

About Us

The Ava Gardner Museum is home to an incredible collection including original scripts, photos, costumes, and personal effects of screen legend Ava Gardner. Experience her rise from a local country… read more

  • About

    The Ava Gardner Museum is home to an incredible collection including original scripts, photos, costumes, and personal effects of screen legend Ava Gardner. Experience her rise from a local country girl to one of Hollywood’s film goddesses. Born near Smithfield, NC Ava’s co-stars included powerhouse stars such as Clark Gable, Richard Burton, and Gregory Peck.

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    From I-95, take Exit 95, turn west toward onto US 70 Bus/Market St. We are 1.3 miles on the right. From Raleigh, take I-40 Exit 309 to US Hwy 70 Exit 326, turn right on US 70 Bus and go 7.1 miles.