Attractions & Destinations
For visitors in search of authentic heritage experiences and adventure, North Carolina's Blue Ridge mountains and foothills provide an unparalleled diversity of opportunities. No two visits are ever the same.
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Biltmore Estate
The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC remains America's largest privately owned home and one of the state's most enduring attractions.
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Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is America's most visited National Park unit and is known as "America's favorite drive."
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Moses Cone Memorial Park
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, on the Blue Ridge Parkway, preserves the historic Flat Top Manor, home of the Parkway Craft Center.
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Museum of the Cherokee Indian
A perfect place to begin exploration of Cherokee heritage and traditions is the Museum of the Cherokee Indian in Cherokee, NC.
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Qualla Arts and Crafts
Visitors to Cherokee, NC will find top-quality, handmade Cherokee work at the Qualla Arts and Crafts gallery.
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Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center
The Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center offers a variety of programs that preserve and promote Southern Appalachian culture.
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Traditional Artists
- Jason BurlesonBluegrass musician, Newland, NC (Avery County)
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- Jason Burleson grew up in Avery County in a musical family and community. "Three of my grandparents played oldtime two-finger banjo," he says. He also had uncles and cousins who played.
- Visit the Traditional Artist Directory
Sights & Sounds
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Joel Queen
Cherokee Artist and Potter Interview by Tonya Carroll Photography by Ashley Evans and Kelly Queen Videography and Editing by Katherine Bartel A production of Mountain Heritage Center Dr. Scott Philyaw, Director Western Carolina University Cullowhee, North Carolina In Cooperation with Qualla Arts…
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Cynthia Hall
Cynthia Hall
