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Harris Energy and Environmental Center

Resources include a plant tour film and exhibits on electricity, energy, nuclear power generation, and related environmental issues. Depending on availability, group programs can be customized for certain topics, with various speakers.

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 		Harris Plant

Hours of Operation
open by appointment only, closed on weekends and holidays

Address
3932 New Hill - Holleman Road
New Hill, NC 27562
Directions
Located 22 miles southwest of Raleigh and 22 miles northwest of Sanford off US 1. Turn off US 1 at exit 89 onto New Hill-Holleman Road. Go south on New Hill-Holleman Road approximately 1.3 miles. The Energy and Environmental Center is on the right.

Phone
(919) 362-3261
(919) 362-3446 (fax)

Website  progress-energy.com/harris

Contacts


Kim Crawford
Senior Communications Specialist

Mission
To educate the general public about the benefits of nuclear power and the operations of the Harris Nuclear Plant

Cost of Programs/Admission
no charge

Features
Harris Nuclear Plant (three miles from site). "Watchable Wildlife" designation by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission; Urban Wildlife designation by the National Institute for Urban Wildlife. Harris Lake County Park is located approximately one mile from the site.

Accessibility
visitor center area is accessible

Related Topics
  • Auditorium
  • Bus Parking
  • Environmental Education Center
  • Environmental Education Organization
  • Exhibits
  • Hiking Trail
  • Other Sector
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Restrooms
Posted 10/2/2006 8:56 AM
Updated   6/26/2008


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