The Bechtler House is a growing attraction and was the residence of Christopher Bechtler, a German immigrant who minted the first one dollar gold coin in the U.S. The house was recently purchased through efforts of the Rutherford County Tourism Asset Foundation, Town of Rutherfordton, and private investors from its prior owners who hoped to preserve the Bechtler legacy. The house features exhibits that describe the coin minting process and visitors can actually see the press that was used to mint the Bechtler coins, which are among the most rare coins in the U.S. Stop in for a guided tour on weekends. The house can also be toured by appointment during the week if a volunteer guide is available. Great for school groups interested in NC history.
My wife has close Bechler ancestry, we enjoyed the visit.
The Bechtler house is the Hidden Gem in Rutherfordton North Carolina! Dana the tour guide is amazing and very knowledgeable of the house and its history! So many unique things to find and see as well as the mint site which is just right down the road. If you plan on visiting the site where some tennis shoes because it is located right beside the thermal belt rail trail which is a great place to take a stroll!
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The Bechtler House is a US Point Of Interest based in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. The Bechtler House is located at 130 W 6th St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, USA.
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