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SUMMARY:39th Rosen Sculpture Walk - An Appalachian Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:The nationally recognized Rosen Sculpture Competition and Exhibition has showcased contemporary American sculpture in outdoor settings across the university campus for the last 39 years. Join juror Joseph Bigley as he leads the outdoor tour of the 10 sculptures he selected as finalists for this year’s competition. Bigley is the Executive Director of the Western North Carolina Sculpture Center and professor of art at Appalachian State University; he shows his sculpture internationally. The walking tour will culminate at the Schaefer Center with an awards reception and complimentary boxed lunch. \nParticipants will gather outdoors\, at the reception tent adjacent to the Schaefer Center. The Rosen Sculpture Walk will take place rain or shine. In the event of heavy rain\, a presentation by the juror\, including images of the sculptures\, will be held indoors at the Schaefer Center. Event concludes with an awards reception and a complimentary boxed lunch. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/39th-rosen-sculpture-walk/
LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
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SUMMARY:Artists in Residence: Jack Hamrick & JoAnn Pippin
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Summer Art Shows in Historic Edgewood Cottage​  \nThis 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. \nThis week’s artists: \nJack Hamrick– Oil\, Acrylic\, & Mixed Media \nwww.JackHamrickArt.com \nInstagram: @JackHamrick \nJoAnn Pippin – Watercolor \nwww.jlpippinarts.com \nThis program is presented by The Blowing Rock Historical Society.  \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/artists-in-residence-jack-hamrick-joann-pippin/
LOCATION:Edgewood Cottage\, 115 Ginny Stevens Ln.\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Non-profits & Fundraisers,Shopping,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250720T160000
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SUMMARY:Raku Pottery Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Lynn Jenkins 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! \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/raku-pottery-demonstration/
LOCATION:Moses Cone Manor\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250715T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250715T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250625T200205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T200205Z
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SUMMARY:How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Film- An Appalachian Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:In Thai with English subtitles\nThailand / Rated PG / Directed by Pat Boonnitipat / 2024 / Comedy\, Drama\, Family / 125 minutes \nA man\, driven by his desire for a multi-million-dollar inheritance\, begins to care for his terminally ill grandmother. However\, winning her favor will not be an easy task and he is not the only one with an eye on the money. \nJoin us for a brief post-show talkback with film series curator Dale Pollock\, as he discusses the movie in deeper context. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/how-to-make-millions-before-grandma-dies/
LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250716T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250716T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250625T201724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T201724Z
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SUMMARY:Peabo Bryson - An Appalachian Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:Possessing a beautifully rich\, almost operatic voice\, two-time Grammy Award winner Peabo Bryson celebrates 50 years in music. Viewed in touring and pop culture as one of music’s iconic vocalists\, Bryson has earned two Academy Awards\, two Grammy Awards\, eight Grammy nominations\, five gold albums\, 25 top 20 singles\, and six #1 singles. His newest album\, Missing You\, is his 20th. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/peabo-bryson-an-appalachian-summer-festival/
LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250717T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250708T141711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T141711Z
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SUMMARY:How Art can Upgrade your Brain
DESCRIPTION:Science is telling us daily about the incredible power of the brain\, but not about how to tap into that incredible resource. In “How Art Can Upgrade Your Brain” you’ll learn: \n\n\nfascinating and easy to understand information about your brain \n\n\nhow art impacts the brain \n\n\npractical tools and techniques for your brain that you can use in your everyday life. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker \nDiane Alexander’s captivating presentation style has made her an international speaker\, consultant and author.  She brings a wealth of education (graduate degrees in: Psychology\, Business and Neuroscience) and practical work experience to her audience. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/how-art-can-upgrade-your-brain/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250718T160000
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SUMMARY:ArtTalk: Alonzo King LINES Ballet - An Appalachian Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:July 18 at 2pm — Alonzo King LINES Ballet\nSince 1982\, celebrated contemporary dance company Alonzo King LINES Ballet has collaborated with composers\, musicians\, and visual artists from around the world\, drawing on deeply rooted cultural traditions and changing the way people look at ballet. In this intimate chat\, members of the company discuss the juxtaposition of art\, dance and movement. The company will perform on July 19 at 7:30pm at the Schaefer Center. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/arttalk-alonzo-king-lines-ballet/
LOCATION:Turchin Center for the Visual Arts\, 423 West King St\, Boone\, NC\, 28608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250727T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
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SUMMARY:Artists in Residence: Beth Lyons & Waitsel Smith
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Summer Art Shows in Historic Edgewood Cottage​  \nThis 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. \nThis week’s artists: \nBeth Lyons – Oil & Acrylic \nwww.BethLyonsArtworks.com \nInstagram: @BethLyons2306 \nWaitsel Smith – Oil\, Watercolor\, & Acrylic \nwww.waitsel.com \nInstagram: @ArtistWaitsel \nThis program is presented by The Blowing Rock Historical Society.  \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/artists-in-residence-beth-lyons-waitsel-smith/
LOCATION:Edgewood Cottage\, 115 Ginny Stevens Ln.\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Non-profits & Fundraisers,Shopping,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250722T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250722T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250626T171101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T171101Z
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SUMMARY:The Last Journey Film - An Appalachian Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:In Swedish with English subtitles\nSweden / Not rated / Directed by Felip Hammar and Fredrik Wikingsson / 2024 / Documentary / 95 minutes \nSelected as Sweden’s entry for Best International Feature Film at the 97th Academy Awards. When French teacher Lars Hammar retires\, he envisions a delightful “third age” with travel\, wine\, and experiences together with his wife\, Tiina. However\, instead of indulging in life’s pleasures\, Lars becomes increasingly passive and lacking in willpower\, to the great frustration and despair of both Tiina and their son\, Filip. That’s when Filip gets an idea: to take his frail old father to his beloved France and let him revisit the places he has loved most in life. By retracing the same road trip the family used to take when Filip was a child and secretly orchestrating some of life’s most delightful moments\, he hopes to reignite Lars’ zest for life. With the help of Filip’s best friend Fredrik\, some hefty doses of optimism and creativity\, and an old orange Renault 4\, the adventure can begin. \nStay for a brief post-show talkback with film series curator Dale Pollock\, as he discusses the movie in deeper context. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/the-last-journey-film-an-appalachian-summer-festival/
LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250626T172427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T172427Z
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SUMMARY:ArtTalk: The 5 Browns - An Appalachian Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:July 23 at 1pm — The 5 Browns\nA conversation with the Juilliard-trained sibling piano ensemble on touring\, and life as musicians. The 5 Browns have released eight albums that have collectively spent over 30 weeks at #1 on Billboard Magazine’s Classical Album Chart. The New York Post has proclaimed: “[F]ive pianos and 50 fingers add up to the biggest classical music sensation in years.” The ensemble will perform on July 23 at 7:30pm at the Schaefer Center. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/arttalk-the-5-browns/
LOCATION:Turchin Center for the Visual Arts\, 423 West King St\, Boone\, NC\, 28608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250723T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250723T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250626T173053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T173053Z
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SUMMARY:The 5 Browns - An Appalachian Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 5 Browns are a classical ensemble consisting of five pianos whose repertoire ranges from beloved concert hall staples to lesser known works. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/the-5-browns-an-appalachian-summer-festival/
LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250727T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20240911T140658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T135442Z
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SUMMARY:Broom Making Demo at Moses Cone Manor
DESCRIPTION:Peter Werner will be demonstrating traditional Appalachian broom-tying\, which is how he creates his whisks\, cake testers\, and large sweepers. This demonstration will be held on the front porch of the the Moses Cone Manor from 10am-4pm.\nVisitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/broom-making-demo-at-moses-cone-manor/
LOCATION:Moses Cone Manor\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Moses Cone,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
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SUMMARY:Mountains as a Destination
DESCRIPTION:BRAHM invites you to join us on the cusp of the 67th annual Blowing Rock Tour of Homes for an enriching evening of architectural history with award-winning author Peggy Smith. \nMountains as a Destination \nMountain landscapes offer the opportunity for recreation and relaxation\, for embracing tradition and assuming new identities\, for strengthening family bonds and making new friends. As chugging trains and improved roads brought outsiders to the high country\, resorts like Blowing Rock developed a distinctive architecture that created a sense of place and enhanced their appeal as tourist attractions. \nOn the eve of Blowing Rock’s Annual Tour of Homes\, Peggy Smith will (boldly) examine Sun Valley\, Aspen\, and Blowing Rock as cool places to visit\, looking especially at the vacation architecture and identities that mountain recreation makes possible. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/mountains-as-a-destination/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250722T153557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T153557Z
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SUMMARY:Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka presented by BeanStalk Community Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Standard Orchestra – $24.19 Students & Children Orchestra – $18.66 Seniors – $20.90 Balcony – $29.59  \nAll Ages (children under 17 admitted with parent/legal guardian)\nAll Seating is Reserved *AppTheatre inclusive pricing combines fees and ticket value \nRoald Dahl’s Willy Wonka is a timeless story of the world famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to chocolate-covered life. Featuring songs from the classic 1971 film and new songs by Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse\, this timeless musical will satisfy the most discerning sweet tooth! Follow the adventures of the 5 winners of the coveted Golden Ticket as they tour Willy Wonka’s mysterious and marvelous candy factory. Charlie Bucket and the other four kids must follow Wonka’s rules…or suffer the consequences.     \nLive Theatre – Musical Adventure –   2 Acts w/ intermission \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/roald-dahls-willy-wonka-presented-by-beanstalk-community-theatre/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Appalachian Theatre of the High Country\, 559 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Family,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250725T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250725T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20240408T155001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T170051Z
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SUMMARY:Grandfather by Night: Naturalist Program
DESCRIPTION:Explore 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! \nThe evening starts atop Grandfather Mountain at the Mile High Swinging Bridge\, where participants can explore and observe sunset from this lofty vantage point. During this time\, park educators will be on hand to discuss the unique flora and crepuscular (active during twilight) fauna that call Grandfather home. \nIn-park transportation is provided. Each Grandfather by Night event is limited to 24 participants. Advance registration is required. Please note: This event is for individuals eight years of age and older. \nThis event is a Grandfather by Night: Naturalist Program. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/grandfather-by-night-adventurous-edition/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Night Events,Recreation/Outdoors,Recreation/Outdoors,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250726T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250722T205520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T205520Z
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SUMMARY:Chetola Art Market
DESCRIPTION:Chetola Art Market is this Saturday & Sunday \n\nSaturday | 1 – 6pm (July 26)\nSunday | 11a – 4pm (July 27)\n\nChetola Resort is pleased to revive the Art Market around gorgeous Chetola Lake this weekend following Symphony by Chetola Lake.  Admission is free with lots of parking and dozens of local vendors\, artists\, and food to explore.\n\nFREE ADMISSION\n\nhttps://chetola.com/\n\nChetola Art Market is sponsored by Timberlake Restaurant
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/chetola-art-market/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Chetola Resort\, 185 Chetola Lake Dr\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Lodging,MAIN CALENDAR,Shopping,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250521T154753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T154753Z
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SUMMARY:Artists in Residence: Gina Marrale & Miriam Esteve
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Summer Art Shows in Historic Edgewood Cottage​  \nThis 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. \nThis week’s artists: \nGina Marrale – Acrylic\, Watercolor\, and Gouache Painting \nwww.GinaMarrale.Art \nInstagram: @GinaRodgersMarrale \nMiriam Esteve – Acrylic \nwww.MiriPaints.com \nInstagram: @MiriEstevePaints \nThis program is presented by The Blowing Rock Historical Society.  \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/artists-in-residence-gina-marrale-miriam-esteve/
LOCATION:Edgewood Cottage\, 115 Ginny Stevens Ln.\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Non-profits & Fundraisers,Shopping,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250411T163009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T163009Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Enrichment Day
DESCRIPTION:On Animal Enrichment Day\, guests see firsthand how Grandfather Mountain cares for its resident animals. An enrichment is a special treat\, new toy or even an unfamiliar scent given to the animals to break up their routines and help keep them active and intellectually stimulated. Watch enrichment demonstrations\, talk directly with keepers and participate in family-oriented games and crafts. Included with admission. Activities kick off at the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery and adjacent Wildlife Habitats. \nCan’t come to the event but still want to provide a special treat for Grandfather animals? Those interested in gifting them some of their favorite items can do so by checking out the mountain’s animal enrichment wish list featuring appropriate toys and supplies. Donors can purchase an item online and have it delivered straight to Grandfather Mountain for immediate enjoyment. \nAnimal lovers can also contribute through the mountain’s Adopt-an-Animal Program. Honorary adopters receive a photo of their animal\, certificate of adoption\, informational sheet about the animal’s life and more! \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/animal-enrichment-day/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Educational,Family,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250731T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250708T145309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T145309Z
UID:10004582-1753984800-1753988400@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Life Cycle of a River Rock
DESCRIPTION:Image Credit: Considerations: An Installation by Sarah Vaughn\, Installation view\, Photo: Josh White \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSarah Vaughn’s Considerations exhibition explores the nature of stones\, the memories they keep\, and the stories they tell. To further celebrate this exhibition\, join Appalachian State University Geology Professor Lauren Waterworth as she tells the story of a stone found on the slopes of Grandfather Mountain that records the epic history of an ancient river that flowed through time between two great mountain ranges. \nAbout the Speaker: \nRaised in Western North Carolina\, Lauren Waterworth channels her love for the natural world into her art. Lauren’s paintings are colorful\, impressionistic\, and a little bit dreamy. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/life-cycle-of-a-river-rock/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250521T155325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T155325Z
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SUMMARY:Artists in Residence: Randi Robeson & Scott Ballard
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Summer Art Shows in Historic Edgewood Cottage​  \nThis 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. \nThis week’s artists: \nRandi Robeson – Oil \nwww.RandiRobeson.com \nInstagram: @RandiRobeson \nScott Ballard – Oil \n​www.ScottBallardArt.com \nThis program is presented by The Blowing Rock Historical Society.  \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/artists-in-residence-randi-robeson-scott-ballard/
LOCATION:Edgewood Cottage\, 115 Ginny Stevens Ln.\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Non-profits & Fundraisers,Shopping,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251019T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250806T151553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T152536Z
UID:10004603-1754478000-1760896800@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition: Daingerfield & The Tonalist Instinct
DESCRIPTION:Image Credit: Elliot Daingerfield\, Landscape\, undated\, watercolor on paper\, 9 1/4 x 10 3/4 inches; Framed: 19 7/8 x 21 1/4 x 2 inches. On loan from The Johnson Collection\, Spartanburg\, South Carolina \nMay 31 – October 19\, 2025 | Fort Gallery \nDaingerfield & The Tonalist Instinct explores the development of Tonalism\, a distinctly American artistic movement responding to early modernist impulses in painting. Emerging in the latter half of the 19th century\, Tonalism was characterized by subtle color harmonies\, soft atmospheric effects\, and contemplative\, mood-driven scenes. Often emphasizing twilight or dawn landscapes\, tonalist works evoke introspective\, serene\, or even ominous atmospheres\, prioritizing mood and emotional resonance over detailed realism. \nCentral to the exhibition is Elliott Daingerfield (1859–1932)\, one of North Carolina’s most celebrated artists. Daingerfield’s connection to Tonalism is reflected in his expressive interpretations of the Southern landscape\, particularly around Blowing Rock\, where he summered for over four decades. His art is distinguished by poetic subtlety and spiritual undertones—qualities highly valued by tonalist painters. Although Daingerfield resisted a single or dogmatic approach\, Tonalism profoundly shaped his artistic evolution. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/exhibition-daingerfield-the-tonalist-instinct/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,Featured,History and Heritage,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251227T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250806T150615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T150615Z
UID:10004602-1754478000-1766858400@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition: The Shape of Color - Understanding Color Theory in BRAHM's Collection
DESCRIPTION:Image Credit: Anne Wall Thomas\, The Way to There\, 2015\, mixed-media on paper\, 26 inches wide x 30 inches high (framed)\, Gift of Mary Wall Garren in honor of Anne Wall Thomas\, BRAHM Permanent Collection 2024.006.001 \nMarch 15 – December 27\, 2025 | Cannon Gallery \nColor is fundamental to human perception\, yet its nature has fascinated and perplexed philosophers\, artists\, and scientists for centuries. Through observation\, experimentation\, and artistic practice\, they have developed theories to define and manipulate color as both a science and a sensation. From Antiquity through the 20th century\, these evolving ideas have shaped how we see and use color in art and design. \nThis exhibition explores key milestones in the history of color theory through seven case studies\, each centered on a single work of art from BRAHM’s Permanent Collection. Alongside these works\, diagrams and historical models illustrate how color has been classified\, studied\, and understood over time. By examining these varied approaches\, The Shape of Color invites us to consider the ways in which color influences our perception\, emotions\, and the visual world around us. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/exhibition-the-shape-of-color/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,History and Heritage,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer,Winter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251115T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250806T152437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T152437Z
UID:10004604-1754478000-1763229600@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition: Mary Lou Higgins - Sibylline Faces
DESCRIPTION:Image Credit: MaryLou Higgins\, Remembering\, 1993\, Gesso on canvas\, BRAHM Permanent Collection 2024.007.015\, Photographed by Joshua White \nJune 7 – November 15\, 2025 | Schaefer Gallery \nThis exhibiton presents a selection of ceramic works and drawings by MaryLou Higgins (1926–2012)\, an artist active in North Carolina throughout her prolific career. Best known for her illustrative approach to ceramics\, Higgins worked across multiple media\, creating a body of work defined by intricate draftsmanship and a focus on the female figure. \nA voracious illustrator\, Higgins filled the surfaces of her vessels and forms with an evolving repertory of female faces and figures\, rendered with baroque embellishment and a distinct physicality. Often gilded and highly ornamented\, these works foreground the female visage\, as do the elongated or voluptuous silhouettes of the forms themselves. Her drawing practice extended beyond ceramics into works on paper\, canvas\, and handmade furniture\, where her dense\, gestural approach to line and composition further reveals her interest in stylized figuration. \nHiggins often collaborated with her husband\, Edward Higgins\, who at times constructed the ceramic forms she adorned. The figures that populate her work have been compared to the Sibyls—prophetesses of ancient Greece who were believed to articulate divine revelations in rhythmic verse while in a trance. The exaggerated features and expressive gestures of her figures also recall the stylized bodies of late 16th-century Italian\, or Mannerist\, painting\, suggesting an engagement with historical representations of the feminine form. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/exhibition-mary-lou-higgins-sibylline-faces/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,History and Heritage,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250806T154157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T160725Z
UID:10004605-1754478000-1764439200@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition: Arlee Mains - A Life in Watauga
DESCRIPTION:Image Credit: Arlee Mains\, Wash Day\, 1997\, acrylic on canvas board. Promised Gift\, Collection of Martha & Terry Satterwhite. \nJune 28 – November 29\, 2025 | Rankin East Gallery \nThis intimate installation of ten “memory paintings” by Arlee Mains (1935–2019) offers a vivid and affectionate portrait of early 20th-century life in the mountains of western North Carolina. A lifelong resident of Watauga County and a self-taught artist\, Mains drew upon family stories\, personal recollections\, and regional traditions to create painted scenes of everyday Appalachian life. Her works portray the rhythms of domestic labor\, childhood mischief\, seasonal rituals\, and communal joy—milking cows at dawn\, dancing on a Saturday night\, or greeting the mailman after a deep snow. Each painting is paired with a handwritten narrative by the artist\, capturing her distinctive voice and grounding these images in lived experience. These stories have been transcribed and recorded by a local community member\, and are available to hear at a listening station in the center of the gallery. Mains’ gift was not just in recalling what happened\, but in conjuring the texture of memory: the smell of lye soap\, the bite of cold air before a sled ride\, the warmth of apple pie after church. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/exhibition-arlee-mains-a-life-in-watauga/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,History and Heritage,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250718T153639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T153639Z
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SUMMARY:Called to Response: Exploring Mary Lou Higgins with Akal Dev Sharonne
DESCRIPTION:Image Credit: MaryLou Higgins\, Remembering\, 1993\, Gesso on canvas\, BRAHM Permanent Collection 2024.007.015\, Photographed by Joshua White \nBRAHM invites performers to respond to our exhibitions in a new program series we’re naming Called to Response. Join Akal Dev Sharonne as she responds to the ceramic works of Mary Lou Higgins’ exhibition Mary Lou Higgins: Sibylline Faces. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/called-to-response-exploring-mary-lou-higgins-with-akal-dev-sharonne/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250415T160032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T160032Z
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SUMMARY:Helping Hands Concert Series presents: Gary Morris & Presley Barker
DESCRIPTION: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. \nA night of music with country legend Gary Morris\, who recorded five No. 1 songs on the country chart\, and Presley Barker\, a country blues singer and American Idol contestant from nearby North Wilkesboro\, North Carolina. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/helping-hands-concert-series-presents-gary-morris-presley-barker/
LOCATION:Hayes Auditorium\, 191 Main St. W\, Banner Elk\, NC\, 28604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Non-profits & Fundraisers,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20240408T160901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T163401Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Naturalist Day
DESCRIPTION:Junior Naturalist Program activities throughout the day will be provided specifically for children ages 5-12\, but all ages are welcome! Events are included with admission. Grandfather recommends that those planning to attend purchase their tickets to the park online in advance here. \nGuests will also be able to meet some critters up close and personal around the Wilson Center! \nGrandfather Mountain’s daily program schedule will also be in full swing! Find more details about these daily programs here. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/junior-naturalist-day-at-grandfather-mountain-2/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Educational,Family,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250809T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250809T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20220913T140939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T154216Z
UID:10001291-1754762400-1754773200@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:2025 BRAHM Gala
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 BRAHM Gala will take place on Saturday\, August 9. \n\n\n\nEvent at Full Capacity \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 2025 BRAHM Gala is currently at full capacity. If you would like to be placed on a waitlist to be contacted if there are further opportunities to purchase sponsorships or individual tickets please contact Hannah Chaney at Hannah@BlowingRockMuseum.org or call 828.295.9099 ext. 3011.
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/2023-brahm-gala/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blowing Rock Art & History Museum":MAILTO:info@blowingrockmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250810T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250810T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250806T203200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T203854Z
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SUMMARY:Carl Ratliff Jazz Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Mast Store Community Room\nSunday\, August 10\, 2025 at 5 PM / Doors open at 4:15 PM\nStandard $25\nStudent $10\nHigh Country Jazz Society Members – Free Admission w/ preferred seating (based on availability) \nAll Ages (children under 17 admitted with parent/legal guardian)\nGeneral Admission Seating\n*AppTheatre inclusive pricing combines fees\, tax\, and ticket value at checkout. \nCarl Ratliff\, saxophones; Lovell Bradford\, Sr.\, Piano/Keyboard.\, Lovell Bradford\, Jr.\, Bass;  Malcom Charles\, Drums. \nThis presentation will include jazz standards\, music of Kenny Garrett\, and contemporary jazz. \nLearn more about High Country Jazz Society HERE. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/carl-ratliff-jazz-quartet/
LOCATION:Appalachian Theatre of the High Country\, 559 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115625
CREATED:20250521T155839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T155839Z
UID:10004477-1754906400-1755450000@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Artists in Residence: Claire Earwood & Skip Sickler
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Summer Art Shows in Historic Edgewood Cottage​  \nThis 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. \nThis week’s artists: \nClaire Earwood – Ceramics \nInstagram: @Four.Told \nSkip Sickler – Photography \nThis program is presented by The Blowing Rock Historical Society.  \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/artists-in-residence-claire-earwood-skip-sickler/
LOCATION:Edgewood Cottage\, 115 Ginny Stevens Ln.\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Non-profits & Fundraisers,Shopping,Summer
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