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Add to itinerarySmith-McDowell House Museum
Discover Asheville's first mansion, now restored with period rooms and history exhibits. Built in 1840, this National Register property was home to mayors, a Confederate major, and friends of the Vanderbilts. Smith-McDowell is the oldest survivng house in Asheville and features grounds designed by the renowned Olmsted Brothers. Be sure to see our acclaimed Victorian Christmas Celebration mid-November through early January. The Musuem is on the campus of A-B Tech Community College, near Biltmore Estate.
Phone: 828-253-9231 · Fax: 828-253-5518
Send an email: smh@wnchistory.org
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Altapass Orchard
The Altapass Orchard is a truly historic NC Blue Ridge Mountain Attraction. This Orchard actively preserves the old mountain heritage apples, many originally planted there by the railroad in 1908. The Orchard also preserves the fascinating history of the land with storytelling hayrides, local music performed for free each weekend, and arts, crafts, books and food items, true to the mountain heritage. Located directly on the Blue Ridge Parkway and easily accessible from Asheville, this is a perfect destination for a fun and relaxing day trip for the whole family. Open 10am - 6pm Monday - Saturday, and 12pm - 6pm Sunday late May through early November. Closed on Tuesdays through September.
Phone: 828-765-9531 · Fax: 828-766-9455 · Toll Free: 888-765-9531
Send an email: gmosier@mitchell.main.nc.us
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Apple Hill Orchard & Cider Mill
Experience a Blue Ridge Mountain fall adventure at Apple Hill Orchard & Cider Mill, where apples have been grown since 1930. You can pick apples, go on a Saturday wagon tour of the orchard, watch apples sorted, sample an apple cider slushie, or picnic in the Apple Pickin' Picnic Shelter. Browse in the Country Store for apples, fruit butters, cheese, fudge, jams, preserves, apple themed gifts and our award winning apple cider. Educational and Group Tours by reservation. We are located in historic Morganton, east of Asheville. Other nearby attractions include Grandfather Mountain and Linville Caverns.
Phone: 828-437-1224 · Fax: 828-438-1591 · Toll Free: 877-437-1224
Send an email: hprewitt@applehillorchard.com
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Asheville's Fun Depot
A 64,000 square foot Family Playground including Laser Tag, Outdoor and Indoor Go-carts, Batting Cages, Arcade Games, and lots of Prizes!!!
Phone: 828-277-2FUN · Toll Free: 866-303-4FUN
Send an email: info@ashevillesfundepot.com
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Biltmore Estate
Discover an American destination by visiting Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC. Enjoy a delightful day trip or spend a week exploring America's largest home, lingering in century-old gardens, sampling award-winning wines, and learning about the past at the Historic Horse Barn. Outdoor activities and entertainment showcase the estate's natural beauty, while the Inn on Biltmore Estate offers the ultimate getaway with Vanderbilt-inspired hospitality. Biltmore Estate is open year-round and located off Interstate 40 at exit 50 or 50B.
Phone: 828-225-1333 · Fax: 828-225-1296 · Toll Free: 800-543-2961
Send an email: happenings@biltmore.com
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Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
Love the Blue Ridge Parkway? We believe your travels along the Parkway should be an unforgettable inspiring and educational journey. The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation provides essential private support for vital enhancement projects that would otherwise go unfunded. We invite you to become our partner today to assure that the traditions, beauty, vision, and promise of the Blue Ridge Parkway flourish today and tomorrow. Have a wonderful trip!
Phone: 336-721-0260 · Fax: 336-721-0258
Brevard Music Center
For more than 70 years, the Brevard Music Center has entertained audiences through its more than 80 performances each summer. Concert offerings range from orchestra to opera, chamber music to pops. Music lovers travel from across the country to enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains while listening to world-class performances at the Music Center's 1800-seat, open-sided auditorium. Many come early to enjoy a picnic on the grounds or have dinner at the adjoining covered Café con Brio. The 2008 season (June 27th through August 10th) features such guest artists as cellist Yo-Yo Ma, pianist Jon Kimura Parker, violinist Leila Josefowicz and violinist Robert McDuffie.
Phone: 828-862-2105 · Fax: 828-884-2036 · Toll Free: 888-384-8682
Send an email: info@brevardmusic.org
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Chimney Rock Park
Chimney Rock Park is the natural fulfillment of your vacation or day trip in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It's the perfect place to reconnect with nature and spend time with family and friends. The Park, located 25 miles southeast of Asheville, North Carolina, offers the best of the mountains in one place--spectacular 75-mile views, hiking trails, a 404-foot waterfall, animal discovery den, a variety of special events and much more. Adventure seekers can try guided rock climbing on the Park’s ancient cliff faces.
Phone: 828-625-9611 · Fax: 828-625-9610 · Toll Free: 800-277-9611
Send an email: visit@chimneyrockpark.com
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Colburn Earth Science Museum
Where the Earth Comes Alive. .. and Kids Rock Out
Visit one of the best-known Asheville attractions - the hidden treasures at the Colburn Earth Science Museum & Hall of Gems and Minerals. Our interactive exhibitions include the stunning Hall of Gems and Minerals, the history of Western NC mining, and our new exhibition - Weather, Climate, and You. The Colburn is truly a fascinating, entertaining and educational attraction for children and adults alike. Located in Pack Place in the heart of downtown Asheville, the Colburn Museum has been part of science education in Western North Carolina since 1960.
Phone: 828-254-7162 · Fax: 828-254-4505
Send an email: info@colburnmuseum.org
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Cradle of Forestry
This unique historic site is home of the first forestry school in America, The Biltmore Forest School- 1898-1913. Today the Cradle of Forestry is a favorite Blue Ridge attraction in the heart of the Pisgah National Forest. Highlights include: 18-minute movie, hands-on exhibits, helicopter simulator, scavenger hunt, guided tours, paved trails, historic cabins, craftsmen, logging locomotive, special events, cafe and gift shop. Nearby attractions include Sliding Rock - a naturally formed creek waterslide - and Looking Glass Waterfall on Hwy. 276.
Phone: 828-877-3130 · Fax: 828-884-4671
Send an email: cfaia@citcom.net
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Flat Rock Playhouse Theatre
For 57 years Flat Rock Playhouse, The State Theatre of North Carolina has been thrilling audiences with Broadway musicals, comedy and drama. From the YouTheatre education program to our professional main stage performances, Flat Rock Playhouse offers the best live entertainment in Western North Carolina. The 2009 Season features plays and musicals sure to please every taste; Ring of Fire, Man of La Mancha, Old Love, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Perfect Wedding, Real Estate, Around the World in 80 Days, Marty Robbins' El Paso, plus children's and Holiday favorites. Performances are Wednesday through Sunday, reservations are recommended. (Photo: Holly Rone & Chris Lynn, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, 2004)
Phone: 828-693-0731 · Fax: 828-693-6795
Send an email: frp@flatrockplayhouse.org
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