The historic steam plant provided power to the Village of Pinehurst at its inception in 1895. Overgrown and long abandoned, we saw a chance to bring the steam plant back to life. To provide a different kind of energy to the Village. A place where neighbors and friends can gather, share a beer, some great food and simply recharge their spirit.

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During the extensive renovation, care was taken to maintain as much of the original building as possible. The façade and the unique brick corbeling has been preserved and the vintage arches and windows have all been restored. Inside the brewhouse, the brick walls remain blackened from the decades it housed massive steam boilers. Original valves and pipes have been repurposed as legs beneath tables, light fixtures above the booths or simply remain on the brick walls.

Outside, the smokestack that was taken down years ago has been rebuilt. The trellis above the beer garden is designed to mimic the train track that was used to deliver coal to the plant. The trellis is supported by the same pylons that held the track in the early 1900s.

Pinehurst Brewing Co. is a unique experience, made all the more so by the walls that surround it. We look forward to sharing our special home with you.

WHAT IS STARWORKS ?

Starworks is our amazing creators behind our beautiful glass blown pinecones. Starworks is a project of Central Park NC, a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization based in rural central North Carolina. The mission of CPNC is to grow a new rural economy based on the sustainable use of the natural and cultural resources of the region. Starworks is an arts-centered work community that promotes community and economic development by providing outstanding artistic educational programs and business ventures. We strive to engage the community with artwork and artists of the highest caliber.

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In rural areas, residents often live in cultural deserts. Too often access to the arts is limited to a narrow range of artistic vision, vernacular imagery, and craft styles. Through strategic partnerships with other artists, arts organizations, and businesses, Starworks has been working to increase the diversity of artistic experiences available by bringing nationally and internationally known artists for demonstrations, classes, lectures and to make new works of art. Our programs are targeted to professional makers, with additional programming for young adults and children. 

STARworks Glass is a public access glass studio that offers rental space for glass artists, classes and workshops for the general public, a resident artist and internship program, and high school and college glass curriculum. In addition to fundraisers like our Pumpkin Patch and Holiday Ornament Sale, STARworks Glass also holds free demonstrations on the second Thursday of each month at Hot Glass Cold Beer. Learn more.

STARworks Ceramics uses native NC wild clays to produce clay bodies that are manufactured with a filter press on site. We also sell pottery supplies and equipment. In addition to our STARworks clays, we offer both Highwater and Standard clays, and tools and equipment from Shimpo, Cone Art Kilns, Mudtools, AMACO, Kemper Tools and Orton. Learn more.

STARworks Clay Studio offers a residency program for ceramic artists. Our facilities allow for large workshop spaces placed side by side, supporting a collaborative and energetic educational environment. In addition to the residency program, STARworks Clay studio offers classes and workshops for adults. Learn more.

STARworks is also home to Wet Dog Glass, the most trusted and dependable equipment maker and consultant for glass artists and craftspeople worldwide. Learn more.

The Bear Creek Trail System is over 14 miles of trails located along scenic Bear and Cabin Creeks. Map kiosks at intersections and the main trail heads provide info on different loop hikes, distances and difficulty. Start your hike at the Elise or Water Plant Trail Heads.

Follow the “Super Loop” arrows for a 6.5 mile hike involving all trails in the system.

The Elise Trail Head is located at the end of NW Broad St. near the bus parking area at Elise Middle School.

BEAR CAT LOOP TRAIL

Is now open!

This 1 mile trail is accessible across from the Elise Trailhead.

The Bear Creek trail system offers something for all levels of hikers to explore the beautiful outdoors of the Robbins area. Disc Golf, mountain biking, kayak, canoe and more is also available.

Indoor batting facility for baseball & softball players of all ages & skill levels.

Something for Everyone

PowerHouse is a faith-based, family-owned indoor batting cage and training facility that specializes in baseball and fastpitch softball.  We are passionate about giving players of all ages and skill-levels an opportunity to learn the game of baseball or softball in an encouraging and safe environment without compromising exceptional quality, affordable prices and outstanding customer service.

Baseball & Softball

With our pitching/hitting tunnels (including 2 real-life video projected hitting simulators), we cater to individual athletes and organized teams/groups looking to improve their skills, or families looking for a fun way to spend time together.  Our simulators throw real baseballs & softballs – no dimple balls here! Our tunnels are fully retractable, creating a large fully-turfed area for team practices, sports-related conditioning or games of kickball/dodgeball.  We also offer lessons with qualified instructors and structured skills-development camps for various age groups. 

No Membership Required

Everyone is welcome at PowerHouse without having to buy a membership or belong to a specific team or club.  While open cages are available to walk-in customers, reservations are recommended to ensure availability upon your arrival.

We are locally owned and operated and look forward to serving the greater Sandhills region for many years to come. We look forward to getting to know our community while participating in a significant way.  With over 100 combined years of cinema experience, our ownership group is committed to providing a clean, safe, friendly and fun environment for all.

Executive offices and conference room in the heart of Historic Downtown Aberdeen, NC. Our conference room seats up to 18 guests and our user friendly “plug ‘n play” equipment is always ready to support your in-person and virtual meeting needs. All guests enjoy access to the kitchenette, lounge and restrooms.

Whether we are hosting your guests inside the manor or barn, around the pool, or among the beautiful pastures and strong magnolia trees and live oaks, we strive to provide you with an upscale and serene experience. The property is situated on twenty-two acres, surrounded by open fields, horse trails, and falls within the 5,000-acre Walthour-Moss Foundation preservation project. Their goal to preserve nature as a sanctuary for wildlife and people, ensures that we can offer guests a retreat away from the busyness of life. This is a great location for retreats and large couples weekends.

James Creek Cider House makes premium, harvest-based ciders from Southern heirloom and cider apple varieties grown in our orchards in Moore County, North Carolina and other NC family farms.

Traditions Golf Academy, established in 2020, and The O’Neal School offer an unmatched student-athlete experience. As a top private college preparatory school allied to proven tour caliber golf instruction, Traditions students are trained at Forest Creek Golf Club, the most exclusive Golf Facility in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Traditions Golf Academy confidently promises a training program unique to junior development and NCAA collegiate golf preparation.