Local Culture & Experiences

Refinery 13 Taproom in Marion, North Carolina, offers a cozy atmosphere, local craft beers, unique drinks, and pub-style food, all while supporting sustainability and fostering community connections.

Western Piedmont Community College in Morganton, North Carolina, reopens its EMT and paramedic training programs, revitalizing emergency medical services education and shaping the future of first responders in the region.

Discover how a defunct radio shop in Downtown Asheville transformed into Blue Spiral 1, one of the Southeast’s most influential art galleries, revolutionizing the city’s cultural landscape.

Experience history and nature intertwined on Morganton’s Catawba River Greenway, a 3.8-mile trail offering scenic views, diverse wildlife, and family-friendly amenities along the banks of the Catawba River.

In Morganton, North Carolina, an old jailhouse has been transformed into the vibrant Burke Arts Council, serving as a creative hub that revitalizes the community and changes lives through art.

Discover how Asheville’s Emporium window displays, visible daily from 9am to 9pm, showcase the city’s rich literary heritage and vibrant cultural scene, embodying its creative spirit.

Discover Marion, North Carolina, a charming Blue Ridge Mountain town offering scenic drives, outdoor adventures, rich history, and small-town charm that will leave you yearning for more.

Discover the hidden gem of Morganton, North Carolina at the Annual Burke Arts and Crafts Festival, a vibrant celebration of creativity, community spirit, and cultural richness.

Discover Morganton, North Carolina, a hidden gem in Burke County where history, creativity, and community converge to create a unique artistic landscape, from world-renowned frescoes to innovative craft breweries.

Discover the rich tradition of Appalachian pottery through hands-on classes at the McDowell Arts Council Association in Marion, North Carolina, where visitors can immerse themselves in a centuries-old art form that continues to shape the cultural landscape of this charming mountain town.