The Old-Time Music Heritage Hall is located in the EARLE* Theatre on Main Street in Mount Airy, North Carolina. Self guided tours are enhanced with audio guides that feature the music […]
This exhibit will illuminate the obscured history of African contributions to craft, music, and dance in Western North Carolina. Drawing connections from the 17th through 21st centuries, the Jagged Path […]
Hidden away from view until you’ve driven up, down, and around a half-mile of dirt driveway, Sims Country Bar-B-Que is suddenly revealed as you crest a gentle open ridge. Beneath […]
Concerts at Jones von Drehle Vineyards and Winery are scheduled from April though October. The vineyard provides chairs or blankets; food, wine, beer, and lemonade for purchase, and free water. […]
On Fridays the doors open to Phipps General Store for a jam session that can be one of the most lively in the region. Spectators sit and chat in benches by […]
Enjoy live music at the Blue Ridge and Beyond Series with concerts hosted at the Blackmon Amphitheatre, the Historic Earle Theatre and the Andy Griffith Playhouse. The series includes the […]
JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as […]
The Eunice Waymon—Nina Simone Project (NSP) exists to honor the remarkable life and legacy of a native Tryon, North Carolina daughter, who achieved international recognition for her unique talent and […]
The Cherokee and their ancestors have called Western North Carolina home for more than 10,000 years. Learn about their ancient history and the Cherokee way of life in this reconstructed […]
Enjoy live, traditional music every Saturday morning at Elkin’s Farmers Market. Bluegrass, blues and country-themed music as well as instrumental music using fiddles, harps, guitars, and even flutes are featured […]
The Valle Country Fair is celebrating its 40th anniversary! Join us for the Valle Country Fair in the most picturesque valley of the High Country during the Peak of Leaf Season. […]
Welcome to the Mountain Gateway Museum and Heritage Center! The museum is the westernmost branch of the NC Museum of History family. As a part of the NC Department of […]
