Rhododendron Ramble
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NCTake a daily, short, guided stroll at 1 PM that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. Included with admission.
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Artists in Residence: Ann Hord-Heatherley, Jean Hord-Roberts, and Ricky Evans
Come see these artists working live and selling their art at Edgewood Cottage! Talk to them about their process and learn more about what they do!
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Artists in Residence Begins
Edgewood Cottage 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesFree art shows in Blowing Rock! Daily through Labor Day, new artists every Monday. Meet different High Country artists each week. Buy original art directly from artists- Art for every interest and budget.
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Cork & Canvas
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesLearn to paint in a relaxed atmosphere, inspired by Barn Above Pond by Wolf Kahn. Each participant goes home with a finished work of art. All materials, including canvases, acrylic paint, brushes, and aprons, are provided.
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Roots in the Garden Summer Concert Series
Daniel Boone Native Gardens 651 Horn In The West Dr., Boone, NC, United StatesHead over to Daniel Boone Native Garden for the free, family-friendly Roots in the Garden concert series! Concerts will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will also feature visual artists.
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Grandfather by Night – Twilight Hike
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NCExplore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before!
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Artists in Residence: Lauren Armbrust & Mary Bucy
Edgewood Cottage 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesCome see these artists work in a studio setting at Edgewood Cottage! Ask them questions about their process and learn more about their craft!
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Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show- Saddlebred
Broyhill Equestrian Preserve 1500 Laurel Lane, Blowing Rock, NCThe Saddlebred classes are loaded with chrome and flash. The atmosphere at a Saddlebred show is electric, with teams shouting encouragement and rooting for their favorites.
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Nature Photography Weekend
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NCThis popular shutterbug weekend includes presentations from top nature photographers, hands-on field courses, a friendly contest and the rare opportunity to photograph the mountain’s spectacular scenery and native animals before and after regular business hours.
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Artists in Residence: Lee Harper & Theresa Gloster
Edgewood Cottage 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesCome to Edgewood Cottage and see local artists work in person! Talk to them and learn more about their process. Purchase their art directly and support them and the Artists in Residence program!
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Animal Birthday Party!
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NCHead to Grandfather to celebrate the birthdays of our resident animals with games, contests, crafts and surprises. The park’s wildlife habitat staff hosts a fun-filled afternoon for guests, as well as programs to celebrate the park’s furry and feathered inhabitants.
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Live Gem Cutting Demonstration
McCoy Minerals 537 Main St., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesHead over to McCoy Minerals and see a rough stone cut into a brilliant gem! The demonstration will be from 11am-2pm and the gemstone will be raffled off to a lucky winner!
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