The U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC) is dedicated to the promotion of the active lifestyle. Since 2006, the USNWC has been promoting access to the outdoors for all levels of participants through its 30+ land and water-based activities, outdoor instruction and certification programs, festivals, races, films, and various outdoor events throughout the year. Whether you visit the Center’s 1,300 acres on the Catawba River or engage in the brand’s mission through one of our off-site initiatives, the USNWC empowers guests to play, relax, and learn outside.

If you’re looking for some pedal-to-the-metal fun, look no further than the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The Hall is fueled with more than 50 interactive experiences like tire-changing stations, realistic race simulators, a broadcast booth and even a Kids Zone where children can be wide open. We guarantee to get your adrenaline racing.

In October of 2005, residents of Charlotte and its surrounding areas welcomed a new beacon to Uptown Charlotte. Spectrum Center, built by the City of Charlotte and operated by Bobcats Sports & Entertainment, is home of the NBA's Charlotte Hornets and is the premier destination for top-rated concerts and events. Spectrum Center Arena and Hornets Sports & Entertainment are working to create a more sustainable and earth-friendly work environment.

We are a private liberal arts university with proud HBCU traditions and a future aimed at diversity. We enroll approximately 1,600 highly talented and motivated students from various backgrounds. Our faculty and staff members are equally as unique, coming from all over the world.

The EPICENTRE is a mixed-use, "Times Square" style development in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Included are a movie theater, bowling alley, gourmet restaurants, bars/nightclubs, clothing boutiques, and art galleries.