Come meet some of the organizations in your community working to recover and conserve the places we love and share. We will have time for socializing and sipping from 5:30 to 6 pm, followed by a block of short presentations from each organization, providing information on current conservation initiatives and how YOU can get involved […]

Celebrate the opening of ᏗᏓᏂᏏᏍᎩ ᎦᏓᏆᏟ Didanisisgi Gadagwatli: A Showcase of Pottery from the Mud Dauber Community Workshop at the Museum of the Cherokee People. Students of Tara McCoy (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) will exhibit works they handcrafted throughout the winter during this intensive three-month workshop. From 11am-4pm, shop for ceramic art and much […]

The Appalachian Barn Alliance will again partner with The Saints of Paints (organized and led by John MacKah) to host an arts celebration by 15 of Asheville area’s finest artists. These two groups, the Appalachian Barn Alliance and the Saints of Paint, come together with a single purpose – to honor the barns of western […]

Join the call to the wild to Beech Mountain on May 31st & explore the wonders of the mountain. This event features expert talks, guided hikes, and hands-on activities designed to deepen your understanding of local ecosystems and environmental challenges. This event is free & open to everyone, so join the adventure & stay for […]

Anna Rose Garrett is the founder of Good Seed Craft Co and the artist behind this year’s Graham County Flame Azalea Festival Poster. Join her for an exploration of her process and an opportunity to experience the medium of linoleum printing for yourself. Tuition $45.  Register by Thursday May 29. www.stecoahvalleycenter.com/classes 828-479-3364

The Appalachian Barn Alliance will again partner with The Saints of Paints (organized and led by John MacKah) to host an arts celebration by 15 of Asheville area’s finest artists. These two groups, the Appalachian Barn Alliance and the Saints of Paint, come together with a single purpose – to honor the barns of western […]

Experience the richness of local artistry during the Bi-Annual Grovewood Village Studio Tour. This event will take place over two weekends in 2025. First Weekend: May 31 & June 1 (12-5pm) Second Weekend: September 13 & 14 (12-5pm) This is a free, self-guided, explore-at-your-own-pace tour. There is no ticket to buy. This is your chance […]

Join us for an evening of powerful and unforgettable stories as the Asheville Storytelling Circle brings five tellers to the BMCA stage, emceed by Kirsten Mitchell. Featured storytellers: Pete Koschnick Sherry Lovett Dada Maheshvarananda Larry Pearlman Carolina Quiroga -- Asheville Storytelling Circle History: Ten story lovers came together in August 1995 for the organizational meeting […]

Kathi Littlejohn, an enrolled member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, has been telling Cherokee stories for more than 40 years at events, festivals, and schools. She has been leading Cherokee history tours for five years to historically and culturally significant places in Western North Carolina. She has produced four CDs of Cherokee stories: […]

Join us Saturday June 7th 3pm-8pm for an afternoon Arts Market hosted at the @jamglassgallery on Main Street in beautiful downtown Sylva. We are joined by a variety of artisans from painters to ceramicists to woodworkers and more. You never know what treasures you’ll find. Take a quick, hands-on glassblowing lesson while you’re here! Later […]