Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition
Mars Landing Arts Center and the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area present a new exhibit celebrating the living traditions of Western North Carolina.
Curated by M. Anna Fariello, the exhibit will be on display August 7th through September 27th.
Participating artists include:
Teresa Bouchonnet, Myron Carter, Susan Coe, Laurey Faye Dean, Brad Dodson, Gayle R. Haynie, Karen H. Hovis, Carol Lynn Johnson, Ilene Kay, Joe Frank McKee, Mike McKinney, Paul Hornbuckle, Janlyn Messina, Davy Arch, Caden Painter, Terance Painter, Paul Pieringer, William S. Rogers, Desmond Suarez, Gayle Barker Woody
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Featured Itinerary
Black Mountain: A Small Town with Deep Artistic Roots
Black Mountain is located just 15 miles east of Asheville and welcomes visitors with an enticing blend of small-town hospitality and creative vibes.
Click to explore the itinerary and plan your art adventure today!
Blue Ridge Craft Trails Magazine
The 2025-2026 issue of the Blue Ridge Craft Trails Magazine is now available.
The second issue of the Blue Ridge Craft Trails Magazine is here! In this issue, we:
- Celebrate John C. Campbell Folkschool.
- Introduce readers to Qualla Arts and Crafts, which is one of the oldest and most successful Native American craft cooperatives in the country.
- Share stories of WNC arts and organizations transcending the challenges brought on by Hurricane Helene.
- And more!
- PLUS: Use the magazine as a guide to find artists, galleries, and craft destinations throughout Western North Carolina.
Foothills Craft Itineraries
Foothills: Polk County: The First Peak of the Blue Ridge
Foothills: Rutherford County: Find Beauty in the Foothills of NC
Foothills: The Artisan’s Journey: A Cultural Exploration of Destination McDowell
Foothills: Henderson County: Finding Wonders in the Outskirts
Central Craft Itineraries
Central: Black Mountain
Central: Leicester
Central: Weaverville
Far West Craft Itineraries
Far West: Discover craft and more in the mountain towns of Jackson County
Far West: Canton and Clyde: Creativity, Hospitality, and Natural Beauty
Far West: Graham County: Discover a Natural Mountain Paradise
Far West: Waynesville: Mountains of Music and Creativity
Far West: Maggie Valley: Memorable Views and Creations All Around
Far West Mountains: Hayesville
Far West Mountains: Brasstown and John C. Campbell Folk School
Blue Ridge Craft Trails in the News
We’re thrilled to share some of the media coverage of Blue Ridge Craft Trails!
- WLOS- Hickory Furniture Mart Features Blue Ridge Craft Trails Artists
- WNC Crafts: Mars Landing Galleries Hosts Invitational Craft Exhibition Celebrating 33 WNC Artists
- Carolina Home & Garden: Mountain-made art connects past and present
- Artsville USA Podcast: Blue Ridge National Heritage Area: How Western North Carolina is Crafting a Comeback
- Garden & Gun: Get a Jump on Holiday Shopping and Bolster North Carolina Artists Who Need Help
- ArtsAVL: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Spotlight Buncombe County Artist Communities
