History

The full day of events was designed to highlight the diversity of voices that have shaped WNC, state, and US history.
Through easements, grant funding, technical support, and educational programming, the Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County is conserving a sense of place.
Over the years, the Land of the Sky has been on the receiving end of some truly special gestures that reflect the heart and soul of the community. We’re reflecting on three unique gifts given to Asheville.
From the world’s heaviest twins to the largest gathering of Elvis impersonators, the 828 has its fair share of record holders.
Join us on a trip down memory lane to see what Ashevillians were up to this week throughout the years.
Let’s uncover the history behind the names of these notable WNC spots.
Thanks to the lobbying efforts of local leaders, politicians, and business owners, the Blue Ridge Parkway didn’t pass us by.
Corner Kitchen in Biltmore Village and Zadie’s Market in Marshall received $50,000 grants through the trust’s Backing Historical Small Restaurants program.
We’re exploring the history behind the names of some local landmarks.
As the HBO series “The Gilded Age” wraps up another season, let’s explore how the era of fashion unfolded a little closer to home.
Let’s debunk how our county’s name became synonymous with gibberish.
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Share your vision for the next 20 years of the city’s green space during a March 21 workshop at the NC Arboretum.
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Get a look into how Asheville built its architectural identity brick by brick through the 1920s.
The Thompson Street venue will host Rhiannon Giddens, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Mavis Staples, and Hurray for the Riff Raff for its first show in August.
Whether you prefer pitching your tent by the river or glamping amongst the treetops, there’s a Hipcamp with your name on it less than an hour from home.
Similar past recognitions like “Beer City USA” have helped put Asheville in the national spotlight.
The City of Asheville and ATG Entertainment have set their sights on a downtown location for the potential mixed-use development with plans to request a land hold next month.
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