Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
This exhibition brings together a range of Hall’s compositions and begs the question, “What constitutes a landscape?” Moreover, why is landscape as a concept and signifier so persistent across the visual cultures of the past and present? In the case of Hall’s paintings and collages, the artist uses broad swaths of color to build her compositions which are at once visually dense while also flattening the dynamic vistas she interpreted.
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
BRAHM stewards a growing Permanent Collection of over 800 objects. Museums build collections for a variety of reasons: preserving artworks and other objects of historical importance for future generations; cataloging, documenting, and researching said objects; and displaying and interpreting the collection for the public through exhibitions, publications, and other educational programs.
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Pulp & Bind brings together 18 artists working across the diffuse region of Southern Appalachia who are deeply engaged with the mediums of paper and book as a form and a concept.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
Even among the pantheon of music’s finest artists, Del McCoury stands alone. From the nascent sound of bluegrass that charmed hardscrabble hillbilly honkytonks, rural schoolhouse stages, and the crowning glory of the Grand Ole Opry to the present-day culture-buzz of viral videos and digital streams, Del is the living link.
Inn At Ragged Gardens
203 Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock, NC
“Music on the Lawn” at The Inn at Ragged Gardens has become a much beloved outdoor concert series. Held each Friday from May through September (weather permitting), the event draws locals and visitors alike.
American Legion
333 Wallingford Rd, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
No partner or experience required. Wear comfortable, low heeled shoes and dress in layers. New dancers are always welcome. We have a New Dancers' Workshop before each dance.
Blowing Rock Antiques
379 Sunset Dr., Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Blowing Rock Farmers Market is back! Thursdays from May 16 through October 2024 from 2-6 PM. The ever beloved flower bouquets will be back along with many new vendors!
Blowing Rock Community Library
1022 Main St., Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Explore Blowing Rock's historic library and learn about summer programs and volunteer opportunities. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free and open to the public.
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce
132 Park Ave, Blowing Rock NC, NC, United States
Art in the Park hosts some of the best local and regional artists! Craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography, painting and more in this juried show.
Mark your calendars for the 2024 Alair Homes High Country Summer Concert Series! Hosted in Downtown Blowing Rock at Memorial Park, this year’s concert series is a food drive for @HungerHealthCoalition’s A Simple Gesture Program.
Davant Field & Rotary Pavilion
245 Clark St., Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Blowing Rock School is hosting a new annual event with its first-ever Rocket Run on May 24, 2024 from 3 to 6pm at Davant Field. As a start to the summer, the fun-run style event will include a bubble run, food trucks, music, games, bounce houses, a photo booth and more.
Chetola Resort
185 Chetola Lake Dr, Blowing Rock, NC
An Evening of Laughter and Intimate Magic Entertainment with Lyndy Phillips The Carolina Comedy Magic Parlor is not just a 75 minute magic show; it's an immersive experience that engages all the senses.
The Funky Tulip
1128 Main St., Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Need a little added sparkle in your life? Fair Hair Flare is here to do just that. Add a little sparkle to your hair with options for every budget. Appointments are appreciated, but walk ups will be welcome as well!
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Morgan works in porcelain to create beautiful delicate and intricate functional and decorative art. Come enjoy Morgan’s work from May 27 through June 2 at Edgewood Cottage in Blowing Rock.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
The innovative “klezgrass” music of Zoe & Cloyd springs from the rich traditions and complementary styles of fiddler/vocalist Natalya Zoe Weinstein and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist John Cloyd Miller.
Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC
Explore Grandfather Mountain afterhours with your own personal guides! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, while stopping at its most significant sites.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Waitsel is a visual artist living in Lenoir with almost 50 years’ experience painting the people and places of North Carolina. Working in oil and watercolor, he is considered a master landscape, portrait, and figure painter.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
A unique combination of colored pencil drawing and collage, Kathryn is inspired by old photos and genealogy. Her latest work incorporates graphite pencil and collage and is based on old Savannah houses that can be intriguing, unsettling and comforting all at the same time.
Broyhill Equestrian Preserve
1500 Laurel Lane, Blowing Rock, NC
The 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.
Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC
'Pop' on board a train ride adventure with Thomas the Tank Engine! The Day Out With Thomas: Bubble Tour is heading to Tweetsie Railroad this June. Enjoy one ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, bubble-themed activities, and a full day at Tweetsie Railroad!
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Todd Wright, Appalachian State University Jazz Area Coordinator, will take us on a musical journey all about scatting or scat singing. In scat singing, the singer improvises melodies and rhythms using the voice solely as an instrument rather than a speaking medium.
American Legion Hall
Wallingford Street, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
No partner or experience required. Wear comfortable, low heeled shoes and dress in layers. New dancers are always welcome. We have a New Dancers’ Workshop before each dance.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Through painting, sculpture and more recently public murals, Hunter experiments with light brushwork and composition to reflect his passions and beliefs.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
patrick presents compelling art through the lens of science and nature. Come meet patrick at Edgewood Cottage in Blowing Rock from June 10 through June 16.
Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC
Head 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.
Broyhill Park
173 Lakeside Drive, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Head over to Broyhill Park (173 Lakeside Dr.) for a free concert! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the sounds of local artists in a serene setting. 5-7 pm
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce
132 Park Ave, Blowing Rock NC, NC, United States
Art in the Park hosts some of the best local and regional artists! Craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography, painting and more in this juried show.
Mark your calendars for the 2024 Alair Homes High Country Summer Concert Series! Hosted in Downtown Blowing Rock at Memorial Park, this year’s concert series is a food drive for @HungerHealthCoalition’s A Simple Gesture Program.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Pat is a photographer who loves the out-of-doors and is passionate about preserving history through pictures. Pat’s interest in photography started in high school and eventually he developed and printed his own work.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Like so many of us, Amalia is inspired by the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. However, Amalia translates that inspiration into beautiful oil, acrylic and watercolor art, calling upon her lifelong passion for the subtleties of light and nature.
Casting Bread Pantry
194 Aho Rd., Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Casting Bread Food Pantry and Cafe is hosting their annual Ducky Regatta. With bounce houses, face painting, local vendors, and a Duckling Race down the New River, it's fun for the whole family!
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Theresa is a storyteller. She tells stories of her childhood and of the world around her using oil and acrylic on canvas, tin, and even once an ironing board.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Come enjoy Pat’s free-form designs including memory quilts and wall hangings made from t-shirts, men’s shirts and even dog costumes. Pat is at Edgewood Cottage in Blowing Rock from June 24 through June 30.
Bolick and Traditions Pottery
4443 Bolick Rd, Lenoir, NC
Annual event at the Bolick & Traditions Pottery studio, about 4 miles south of their gallery shop on Main Street in Blowing Rock. Be present at 10 am to watch them unload the groundhog-style wood kiln. Wood-fired items are highly collectible!
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United States
Experience a night of groundbreaking musical fusion as the Eastern Music Festival Orchestra, under the baton of Gerard Schwarz, collaborates with 16-time Grammy-winning banjo master Béla Fleck.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Earl’s “impressionistic realism” style of oil painting explores the effect of light on scenes in nature, often memorable landscapes from hiking vacations in national parks, woodlands and local scenes.
Edgewood Cottage
115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC
Thomas could be photographing a park ranger in Misiones, Argentina, or setting a camera trap to capture elusive species such as an ocelot. Each day brings new excitement and challenge.
Rosen Concert Hall
813 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United States
The GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer has been hailed as “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker, and is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for its wide-ranging repertoire and dazzling virtuosity.
