The stories of the history, the people, and life ways of the Southern Appalachians are told in the exhibits at the Rural Heritage Museum on the campus of Mars Hill University.
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Archives for Museums
Waldensian Heritage Museum
Retrace the lives and journey of the Waldenses, a religious body in Italy which immigrated to America to escape persecution and founded the community of Valdese in 1893.
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Thomas Wolfe Memorial
The Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site preserves the childhood home of one of the giants of American literature and showcases his life and writing.
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NC Arboretum
Natural Heritage.
Asheville, Exhibits, Family Fun, Museums, Natural Wonders, and Outdoor Recreation.
Asheville, Exhibits, Family Fun, Museums, Natural Wonders, and Outdoor Recreation.
Considered one of the finest public gardens in the Southern Appalachians, the Arboretum emphasizes connections between local culture and the landscape.
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Biltmore Estate
General Heritage.
Arts & Crafts, Asheville, Exhibits, Historic Sites, Museums, Outdoor Recreation, and Scenic Views.
Arts & Crafts, Asheville, Exhibits, Historic Sites, Museums, Outdoor Recreation, and Scenic Views.
Elegant architecture, manicured gardens, a winery, restaurants, hotels, shops, and special events make a visit to “America’s Largest Home” a memorable experience.
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Earl Scruggs Center
Learn about the life, music, and home of the legendary Earl Scruggs, who pioneered and popularized a banjo picking style that set the standard for bluegrass banjo players.
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Old Wilkes Jail
Tom “Dooley” Dula, the subject of the well-known folksong, was one of many colorful characters to be incarcerated in the historic 19th century jail, part of the Wilkes Heritage Museum.
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Hickory Ridge Living History Museum & Outdoor Drama
Learn about life on the North Carolina frontier in the days of Daniel Boone and the story of the role of mountaineers in America’s war for independence.
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