Anna Buckner is a painter in the most expanded sense. An interdisciplinary artist and maker, she creates compositions at the intersection of textile patterning, graphic design, and painting. And other Myths is a body of work that leverages the storytelling potential of quilting within the context of painterly composition and design precision.
Sarah Vaughn’s Considerations invites visitors to step into a landscape of thousands of carefully crafted glass river rocks. Made using techniques like blowing, flame-working, casting, and laminating, these fragile stones are stacked and arranged to create an immersive installation that explores how we experience and remember the world around us.
This free art show allows people to browse art from local artists, meet the artist, and purchase art directly from the artisan. Artists are often glad to talk about their process and answer questions. Different artists will be featured each week from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends.
John Turner will demonstrate Raku pottery techniques. This demonstration will be held on the front porch of the the Moses Cone Manor from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process!
This family friendly event has free admission. You can expect to find live music from over 25 bands at 4 outdoor stages, an art vendor market with over 60 vendors, 3 locations for beverages, and food, a kid zone, silent disco, and activities for all ages!
Join the Martin House Gallery at their annual Summer Art Show on June 20–21, where art comes to life before your eyes. Watch master artists create live, connect with the creative minds behind the work, and immerse yourself in an atmosphere filled with live music, delicious local bites, and the vibrant spirit of summer.
All artists are donating their time to raise money for Hurricane Helene victims in the greater Banner Elk area. The concerts are organized by the non-profit Elk River Helping Hands, with proceeds distributed directly to hurricane victims in Avery and Watauga counties.
Children Ages 2-8 and their parents are welcome to join us for stories, rhymes and fun! This event is free and open to the public.
This free art show allows people to browse art from local artists, meet the artist, and purchase art directly from the artisan. Artists are often glad to talk about their process and answer questions. Different artists will be featured each week from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends.
Make time for yourself on Wednesday evenings for a weekly mindfulness and meditation Group. The gatherings will explore meditation, mindfulness and consciousness. Combining years of meditation practice experience with his lifelong passion of living in service to others, Eric DeVere will be guiding the weekly meditation group.
Blowing Rock Farmers Market is back! Every Thursday starting May 8 through October 2025 from 1-5 PM. Head on over to 379 Sunset Drive (by Antiques on Sunset) and support your local farmers!
Get ready for an extraordinary evening at Daingerfield’s as they journey through the legendary vineyards of the Côte d'Or — Burgundy’s most celebrated wine region. This exclusive wine dinner will showcase a curated selection of high-end wines from across the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune, expertly paired with a five course tasting menu crafted by Chef Micheal Armes.
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