Brevard Music Center is a renowned summer music institute and festival nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. Set on a 180-acre wooded campus, it offers a rigorous program for over 700 talented students each summer, under the artistic direction of Keith Lockhart, known for his work with the Boston Pops and BBC Concert Orchestra.
Located at the end of Haywood St. in downtown Asheville, the whimsical splendor of the S & W Cafeteria building is a sight to be savoured. Many times this author has marveled at the unique treasure this building exudes. Pondering the beauty makes sitting at a long redlight downright enjoyable With its striking art deco…
The Best in Asheville Comfort Food Sophisticated Cuisine in a Pristine Mountain Town “Three things make Asheville’s food scene unique. 1. It’s the most authentic farm-to-table food scene in the whole country. We’re a fairly sophisticated little city, full of great restaurants, surrounded by farms on all sides! 2. The chefs and cooks who grew…
New Morning Gallery, founded by John Cram in 1972, opened in Biltmore Village. Inspired by Bob Dylan lyrics, the gallery has been a haven for “Art for Living” and has grown to occupy a 12,000 square feet space. Visitors have fond memories of the gallery, with artwork becoming part of their family traditions. In the…
Grovewood Village, a historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was once home to the weaving and woodworking operations of Biltmore Industries, a significant force in American craft and textiles. Founded by Edith Vanderbilt and two visionary teachers, Eleanor Vance and Charlotte Yale, this property offers a glimpse into a crucial part…
Located in the heart of Asheville, the Center for Craft is dedicated to promoting the understanding of craft in the United States by supporting research, fostering critical conversations, and encouraging professional growth. Through seven national grant programs, the Center distributes $300,000 annually to makers, curators, and scholars, validating the study and practice of craft by…
