CULTURAL PURSUITS

WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA AGRICULTURAL CENTER

1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher 828-687-1414 | WNCAgCenter.org

The Western North Carolina Agricultural Center is an entertainment venue that hosts a variety of community events, expos, workshops, musical performances, horse shows and more year-round. Since 1994, the WNC Agricultural Center has been home to the annual NC Mountain State Fair beginning the first Friday after Labor Day, which celebrates the region’s people, agriculture, art and tradition.

WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA AIR MUSEUM

Follow blue road signs on US 176/ Spartanburg Hwy and Shepherd Street to 1340 E Gilbert Street Open year-round, weather permitting Closed Christmas and New Year’s Day 10AM-5PM-Wed and Sat, April-Oct Noon-5PM, Sat and Sun, Nov-March 828-698-2482 WesternNorthCarolinaAirMuseum.com

Known as the first air museum in the “First-In-Flight” state, the Western North Carolina Air Museum displays restored vintage airplanes as well as replica antique planes and aviation memorabilia. The collection includes a two-thirds scale model of the 1903 Wright Flyer and a full-scale 1915 Sopwith Baby replica. Schools and other groups are welcome and tours can be arranged. Rides in a vintage PT-17 Stearman Trainer are available by appointment and during the year during the North Carolina Apple Festival.

Where value and luxury meet the mountains

Two convenient locations in Henderson County, one minutes away from the airport, the other in Flat Rock. • Newly Renovated guest rooms • Contintental breakfast • Free Wi-Fi

447 Naples Road, Hendersonville 828-684-0040

MountainInnAirport.com 755 Upward Road, Flat Rock 828-692-7772

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Visitors can enjoy beautiful blooms at Bullington Gardens.

FARMERS MARKETS

THE CURB MARKET

221 N Church Street, Hendersonville 8AM-2PM, Sat, Jan-March 8AM-2PM, Tue, Thu and Sat, April-Dec 828-692-8012 | CurbMarket.com

The Henderson County Curb Market is a farmers market that provides locally grown produce and hand crafted items. Shoppers can visit with the vendors as they choose from fresh fruits and vegetables, free range eggs, home baked items, soups, preserves, salsas and relishes, and a variety of unique hand crafted items. The Curb Market began on Main Street in 1924 with eight families and has grown to more than 70 vendors. The Market hosts special annual events including June Jamboree, Ol’ Timey Day and an Ol’ Timey Christmas which is held the first Saturday after Thanksgiving.

ETOWAH LIONS FARMERS MARKET

Etowah Lions Clubhouse, 447 Etowah School Road 3-6PM, Wed, May-Oct Facebook.com/Etowah-Lions-FarmersMarket-110374374429477

The Etowah Lions Farmers Market features a variety of vendors offering fresh produce, meats, eggs, honey, maple syrup, Bundt cakes, freshmade pasta, pickles, fresh flowers and a variety of arts and crafts. Organized by the Etowah Lions Club, the market also has monthly food demonstrations, activities for children and adults and performances by local musicians.

FLAT ROCK FARMERS MARKET

On the green behind the Pinecrest ARP Church 1790 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock 3-6PM, Thursdays, April 28-Oct 27 FlatRockFarmersMarket.com

The market offers locally grown seasonal fruits and vegetables, garden starts, herbs, mushrooms, artisan breads and baked goods, local honey, jams, jellies, peaches, blueberries and apples – all direct from a local producer – plus fresh seafood from the Carolina Coast. Market-goers also will find selected crafts from local artisans.

HENDERSON COUNTY TAILGATE MARKET

100 N King Street, Hendersonville (parking lot of County office building) 8AM-noon, Sat, April-Oct 828-329-4027 or 828-891-3561 Facebook.com/HendersonCountyTailgateMarket

Established in 1979, the Henderson County Tailgate Market is one of the oldest open air markets in Western North Carolina. This unique Saturday morning market has a festival feel in the heart of Hendersonville. The market is filled with local growers who operate small family farms in Henderson County who have developed a reputation for quality and high-value specialty crops and nursery stock. Throughout the season, the market offers plants, fresh-cut flowers, in-season fruits, vegetables, fresh trout, sourwood honey and baked goods.

HENDERSONVILLE FARMERS MARKET

Hendersonville Train Depot, 650 Maple Street, Hendersonville 8AM-1PM, Sat, May 7-Oct 29 828-233-3205 HendersonvilleFarmersMarket.com

The Hendersonville Farmers Market features an array of producers and growers with an emphasis on Henderson County-made items. Shoppers can expect at least 30 vendors, plus entertainment from local artists as well as kids’ activities, cooking demonstrations and themed events such as a Pollinator Day and Tomato Festival.

MILLS RIVER FARM MARKET

Mills River Elementary School Parking Lot 94 School House Road, Mills River 8AM-Noon, Sat, May-Oct 828-891-3332 Facebook.com/MillsRiverFarmersMarket

Mills River Farm Market is a producer-only market, selling only fruits and vegetables, plants, honey, crafts, meat products and other products grown and made within a 50-mile radius of the Town of Mills River. The Market accepts SNAP/EBT benefits as well as debit and credit cards and participates in the Double SNAP Program. Visitors can listen to local musicians while shopping. Educating the entire family is a major push for the market with a fun-filled Kid’s Zone and a Demonstration Kitchen for the adults.

Become a Local at Hendersonville Country Club

www.hendersonvillecc.com

The Art League of Henderson County offers workshops & art classes throughout the year.

Discover the Arts & Culture

From renowned art exhibits to nationally recognized theater productions to musical organizations that welcome community participation, Hendersonville and Henderson County offer many cultural opportunities and events throughout the year.

ARTS

ARTS COUNCIL OF HENDERSON COUNTY

828-693-8504 ACofHC.org

Arts Council of Henderson County promotes, advocates for and nurtures the arts in Henderson County and Western North Carolina. The Arts Council partners with multiple organizations to present visual art exhibitions featuring local and regional artists and art of the county’s students and art teachers. The Arts Council also presents performances and visual and performing arts events throughout the year, including Art on Main, an outdoor fine art and fine crafts fair now in its 63rd year, Mentors and Students Art Exhibit, La Vie En Rosé Art & Wine Festival, Winter Sound and more. The Arts Council is a designated County Partner with the North Carolina Arts Council, administering grants to Henderson County nonprofit arts organizations and regional artists. The Arts Council also serves Henderson County children through the Artistsin-Schools program funded by donations from members of the community. The Arts Council also offers after school performing and visual arts classes as well as spring break and summer classes. The Arts Council offers memberships to local artists and art enthusiasts which include quarterly Artist Meetups and networking events, discounts for art exhibits and other opportunities.

ART LEAGUE OF HENDERSON COUNTY

828-490-5639 ArtLeague.net

The Art League of Henderson County invites artists and art-loving members of the community to seek opportunities for interaction and access. Founded in 1972, The Art League is committed to the value of visual art in the community. Membership is open to all. The Art League sponsors exhibits, public art projects, program events and informal, small group gatherings throughout the year. Educational offerings include workshops, artist open studio tours, lectures and field trips to museums and special exhibits.