The park’s designation is part of an effort by the Legacy Neighborhood Coalition to preserve neighborhoods in Asheville that have historically faced racially discriminatory practices or displacement.
The cottage behind Montford’s Carolina Bed and Breakfast was the first workshop of David Webb, a luxury jewelry designer beloved by the chicest of stars.
The landmark studio was devastated by Helene, but after much remediation and restoration, the studios are filled with local art and welcoming visitors once again.
