Fun Things to do in Greensboro North Carolina

If you are looking for some fun things to do in Greensboro, NC we have some amazing selections with a black-owned twist. Almost a full year into the pandemic, many of us are ready to get back to traveling. However, while many places are rolling back some of their provisions, not everyone may be ready to get back on the road (or in the air) just yet. A staycation may be just the perfect break you need to get out of that mundane work from home routine and explore some of the attractions that your city has to offer! Check out our 10 things to do in Greensboro, NC that can be perfect for a staycation and while you are doing it, you will be supporting black-owned businesses.

1. The International Civil Rights Museum

134 South Elm Street – https://www.sitinmovement.org/our-story

Greensboro, North Carolina has a rich history within the Civil Rights era and the only way to not repeat the past is to learn from it! The International Civil Rights Center & Museum, and iconic Landmark, is a 

“comprehensive Civil Rights museum and an innovative social justice educational organization devoted to the understanding and advancement of civil and human rights at home and around the world. It commemorates the Feb. 1, 1960, sit-ins at a whites-only lunch counter in Greensboro, by the N.C. A&T Four students.” 

The restaurant that housed the counter that refused service to the students of the A&T Four. To add an extra dose of history, you can swing by the campus of North Carolina A&T State University to see the statue that was erected in their honor.

2. Rich Girls Museum

4000 Spring Garden St. Suite M https://richgirlsmuseum.com/

What is any type of vacation without bomb selfies?! The Rich Girls Museum in Greensboro houses 8 spacious rooms with different scenes to add some pizzazz to your IG feed! “The Rich Girls Museum is designed to be a culturally inclusive environment and community, inspiring human connection and through the universal power of Rich Girls Collection clothing brand.” Make sure to get your ticket ahead of time because they do not sell tickets at the door. You can even bring the little ones as kids under 3 are free as long as you reserve their ticket in advance. Go ahead and add your own spin to the Bow Wow Challenge as this is one of the most unique black owned things to do in Greensboro, NC

3. Personal Treasures Beauty Supply and Salon

3313 South Holden Road – https://www.facebook.com/PersonalTreasuresSalonSpa/

Before you head to take those selfies, why not get yourself a new do? Or how about a new pair of lashes or a curling cream for bae. While most beauty supply stores are owned by people who do not look like us, Personal Treasures is definitely for us AND by us! Offering a wide selection of products, supplies, and everyday necessities, you may just find your new favorite hair store! Who knows, you may just find a new do so fresh that you HAVE to find more things to do!

4. Salon Crie: A Textered Hair Studio (Salon)

217 Summit Avenue – https://salon-crie-a-textured-hair-studio.business.site/

Don’t feel like doing your own hair (or more honestly, don’t really know how)? That’s no problem at all, because Salon Crie has you covered. Specializing in textured hair, you no longer have to wonder “can she actually do my natural hair”? Not only can they do your hair for you, they also provide classes to teach you how to do your hair too! Be sure to check out their hours online, because they are only open Wednesday through Friday.

5. My Perfect Pair (Salon)

My Perfect Pair – 3309 South Holden Road https://myperfectpair.net/

You might as well go get yourself a new ‘fit to go with that new do! My Perfect Pair has all the latest fashion to turn heads and make whatever statement you please. Their mission is “help customers look luxurious while demonstrating excellent customer service! We want all our customers to look great without breaking the bank”. The owner, Arkera Smith, wants to make sure that people of all sizes across the globe have access to beautiful clothing.

6. Funderburk’s Soul Food

Funderburk’s Soul Food – 500 Americhase Drive, Suites G&H https://www.funderburkssoulfood.biz/

All that shopping and walking around downtown Greensboro after the Civil Rights museum has worked up quite an appetite. Why not pop on over to Funderburks for a taste of soul to feed your spirit? Funderburks has a wide menu of options within the classic meat plus 2 choosings. Whatever you decide on is sure to delight!

7. Seafood Destiny

Seafood Destiny – 4705 West Gate City Blvd – https://seafooddestiny.com/order/

Find yourself in a mood for more surf rather than turf? Seafood Destiny may be just the destination for you! What started locally in a home kitchen is now a booming business with a brick and mortar location and a traveling food truck for all of your pop up needs. Seafood Destiny also has a scholarship fund in honor of the late George Floyd where every August and January they award at least 5 young men in North Carolina a $1,000 scholarship. Who doesn’t enjoy a meal for a cause?

8. Rise and Flow

Rise and Flow https://www.riseandflowllc.com/

Maybe you are just looking to unwind outside of the same four walls of your house and relax your mind. Get your blood flowing with cleansing breaths at Rise and Flow yoga studio. Want a private lesson? Or want a couple’s session for you and bae? Maybe you would rather a small class to feed off the energy of others? No matter what kind of class you want, whether it be in person or virtually, Rise and Flow has the class for you. So inhale those positive vibes and exhale yourself over to the studio.

9. Luxe Fragrance Bar

Luxe Fragrance Bar – 219 Southside Square – https://luxefragrancebar.com/

After all of the time you have spent in the house over this past year, you’re probably getting tired of washing with that same bar soap. Give Luxe fragrance bar a visit and transform your bathroom into your own personal get away. Luxe has fragrances, skin care, hair care, gift sets and even a mobile app! I personally am excited to try the bath bomb and whipped shea butter, but everyone can find their new favorite product in the Luxe store or online. Are you ready to smell amazing and turn some heads when we get back out on the town?

10. Savor the Moment

Savor the Moment – 124 North Davie Street – https://www.savorthemomentbakery.com/dessert-menu

If you’re in need of a break from all of your adventuring or simply ready to head home with a sweet treat, then look no further than Savor the Moment. There are so many items to choose from on this menu that you may not know where to start! Don’t worry, though, Savor the Moment has been a local staple for three generations now so you will have plenty of time to go back and try other options. I’ll be starting with a strawberry lemonade crunch cheesecake with a vanilla caramel iced coffee! Definitely one of the most delectable options of our list of things to do in Greensboro, NC.