Attractions & Destinations
For visitors in search of novelty and adventure, the North Carolina mountains and foothills provide an unparalleled diversity of experiences. No two visits are ever the same.
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Biltmore Estate
The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC remains America's largest privately owned home and one of the state's most enduring attractions.
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Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is America's most visited National Park unit and is known as "America's favorite drive."
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Chimney Rock State Park
Standing atop Chimney Rock, an ancient granite monolith overlooking Hickory Nut Gorge, visitors are awed by the breathtaking view.
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The North Carolina Arboretum
The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, NC is one of the finest public gardens in the Southern Appalachians.
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Qualla Arts and Crafts
Visitors to Cherokee, NC will find top-quality, handmade Cherokee work at the Qualla Arts and Crafts gallery.
Traditional Artists
- Jerry AdamsBanjo player, Madison County, NC native
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- Jerry Adams is descended from many generations of residents of the Laurel section of Madison County. He is closely related by blood and marriage to many of the county's revered traditional musicians, including Lee Wallin and Sheila Kay Adams, both cousins.
- Visit the Traditional Artist Directory
