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How Asheville fought for the Blue Ridge Parkway
Thanks to the lobbying efforts of local leaders, politicians, and business owners, the Blue Ridge Parkway didn’t pass us by.
September 09, 2025 03:24 PM
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Grace Powers
Nineteen people in the crew of the USS Asheville PG-21 sit and stand in a room, holding drinks. The black and white photo was taken in the 1930s.
History
USS Asheville PG-21 gets its first permanent memorial in Asheville
The ship and its crew, which were lost in WWII, will be honored with a monument at Riverside Cemetery.
February 27, 2024
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Molly Wilson
The RAIL Project memorial at Andrews Geyser. A black plaque framed in stone has writing describing the story of the incarcerated workers who built the mountain division of the WNC railroad.
History
Learn how new findings from the State Archives will shape the future of The RAIL Project
An upcoming virtual event will present new information from the NC State Archives, guiding The RAIL Project’s mission to memorialize the incarcerated workers who built WNC’s railroads.
February 6, 2024
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Grace Powers
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History
Asheville’s newest spots on the National Register of Historic Places
Learn a bit about the history behind the new additions — a home + historic district.
January 23, 2024
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Grace Powers
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History
The storied past of the Appalachian dulcimer
Plus, a chance to hear the sweet tunes for yourself at an upcoming concert.
December 8, 2023
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Grace Powers
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History
Asheville decades: the 1910s
We’re traveling all the way back to the 1910s in Asheville, NC where everything from aerial stunts to a great flood took place.
November 28, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Asheville’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
November 19, 2023
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Travis Meier
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History
Exploring Rafael Guastavino’s local Spanish Renaissance Revival architecture
See the structures he created and how you can learn more about the architect’s work.
November 16, 2023
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Grace Powers
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City
Explore centuries of our region’s key events at the newly opened Asheville Museum of History
The museum opened Wednesday, Oct. 25 in Asheville’s oldest surviving house, the Smith-McDowell House.
October 25, 2023
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Grace Powers
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History
Weaving an Appalachian yarn
Oral storytelling is a long-held, cross-cultural tradition in these parts — and it’s one that continues to this day.
October 10, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Douglas Ellington’s art deco influences
The architect helped shape the Asheville landscape with his distinct geometric designs.
October 5, 2023
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Grace Powers
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This city resource teaches you how to combat climate change
The Climate Action Toolkit from Elevate AVL is here to guide climate conversations within your community.
July 10, 2025
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Grace Powers
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20+ concerts to see in Asheville in 2025
Mark your calendars for these shows, from folk to electronic and rock to reggae.
July 9, 2025
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Grace Powers
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City
Disc golf pro designs new course at Asheville Municipal Golf Course
While city officials get the ball rolling on Muni’s complete restoration, you can enjoy a temporary 18-hole championship-length disc golf course.
July 8, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Tune in to these summer film series in Asheville
Grab your crew or make it a solo date to screen flicks from horror to animation at these local movie nights.
July 7, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Rent a private pool in the Asheville area with Swimply
Explore unique pools in and around Asheville, perfect for a refreshing getaway, a social gathering, or some solo relaxation.
July 3, 2025
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Brook Bolen
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Live
Your ultimate guide to ice cream shops in Asheville
Explore 15+ local spots with legendairy cold treats.
July 2, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Thrive in the second half of 2025 in Asheville
It’s halftime, folks. How are we making the rest of 2025 the best of 2025?
July 1, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Food
Cheers to Asheville’s Wine Spectator Award winners
More than 10 Asheville restaurants were recognized by Wine Spectator for their excellent wine lists — let’s raise a glass to the winners.
July 1, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Live
Scour the shelves of these local bookstores
Find a favorite, get cozy, and explore a world between the pages.
June 26, 2025
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Molly Wilson