Cherokee History Tour- In a way the books won’t ever tell
Guided historical tour delving into Cherokee oral histories and indigenous perspectives often absent from textbooks. Participants engage with community led storytelling and contextual cultural interpretation for a more nuanced understanding of regional history.
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Deep dive exploration of Cherokee history emphasizing oral storytelling and overlooked indigenous perspectives not found in textbooks, guided near Big Cove Road in Cherokee for immersive cultural and historical context.
Deep dive exploration of Cherokee history emphasizing oral storytelling and overlooked indigenous perspectives not found in textbooks, guided near Big Cove Road in Cherokee for immersive cultural and historical context.
Deep dive exploration of Cherokee history emphasizing oral storytelling and overlooked indigenous perspectives not found in textbooks, guided near Big Cove Road in Cherokee for immersive cultural and historical context.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Intergenerational oral-history circle honoring Black Shiloh neighborhood legacies through first-person storytelling, communal reflection, and shared photographs; neighbors gather to remember ancestors, spark conversation, and strengthen community bonds.
Intergenerational oral-history circle honoring Black Shiloh neighborhood legacies through first-person storytelling, communal reflection, and shared photographs; neighbors gather to remember ancestors, spark conversation, and strengthen community bonds.
Intergenerational oral-history circle honoring Black Shiloh neighborhood legacies through first-person storytelling, communal reflection, and shared photographs; neighbors gather to remember ancestors, spark conversation, and strengthen community bonds.
Explores how Cherokee cultural knowledge and the seven core Cherokee values shape narrative structure, style, and storytelling choices, presenting Indigenous literary frameworks that intentionally diverge from Euro-American canonical forms.
Explores how Cherokee cultural knowledge and the seven core Cherokee values shape narrative structure, style, and storytelling choices, presenting Indigenous literary frameworks that intentionally diverge from Euro-American canonical forms.
Explores how Cherokee cultural knowledge and the seven core Cherokee values shape narrative structure, style, and storytelling choices, presenting Indigenous literary frameworks that intentionally diverge from Euro-American canonical forms.
Guided Montessori enrollment tours through classrooms and learning spaces during the school day, limited to five families per session; one pass per family and advance registration required.
Guided Montessori enrollment tours through classrooms and learning spaces during the school day, limited to five families per session; one pass per family and advance registration required.
Guided Montessori enrollment tours through classrooms and learning spaces during the school day, limited to five families per session; one pass per family and advance registration required.
Step into Gilded Age anecdotes and Civil War–era architecture on a historian-led evening stroll, with expert commentary, neighborhood stories, and local lore beginning from a downtown café rendezvous.
Step into Gilded Age anecdotes and Civil War–era architecture on a historian-led evening stroll, with expert commentary, neighborhood stories, and local lore beginning from a downtown café rendezvous.
Step into Gilded Age anecdotes and Civil War–era architecture on a historian-led evening stroll, with expert commentary, neighborhood stories, and local lore beginning from a downtown café rendezvous.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Explore behind the scenes stacks, staff workflows, and hidden collections on a one hour, staff led walkthrough that shares practical tips for borrowing, research, and library services for newcomers and longtime patrons.
Explore behind the scenes stacks, staff workflows, and hidden collections on a one hour, staff led walkthrough that shares practical tips for borrowing, research, and library services for newcomers and longtime patrons.
Explore behind the scenes stacks, staff workflows, and hidden collections on a one hour, staff led walkthrough that shares practical tips for borrowing, research, and library services for newcomers and longtime patrons.
Hands-on spinning demonstrations and community circle performances with skill showcases and audience participation, tailored as a family-friendly afternoon school assembly featuring touring performers and student involvement.
Hands-on spinning demonstrations and community circle performances with skill showcases and audience participation, tailored as a family-friendly afternoon school assembly featuring touring performers and student involvement.
Hands-on spinning demonstrations and community circle performances with skill showcases and audience participation, tailored as a family-friendly afternoon school assembly featuring touring performers and student involvement.
Casual midday brunch with facilitated conversation on heritage preservation and cultural memory at the YMI Cultural Center, blending community storytelling, archival context, and practical strategies for collective resistance.
Casual midday brunch with facilitated conversation on heritage preservation and cultural memory at the YMI Cultural Center, blending community storytelling, archival context, and practical strategies for collective resistance.
Casual midday brunch with facilitated conversation on heritage preservation and cultural memory at the YMI Cultural Center, blending community storytelling, archival context, and practical strategies for collective resistance.
Hands-on evening foraging walk through Asheville woodlands and greenways, identifying wild edibles and seasonal plant uses; expert guided plant identification, sustainable harvesting tips, and safety practices for beginner foragers.
Hands-on evening foraging walk through Asheville woodlands and greenways, identifying wild edibles and seasonal plant uses; expert guided plant identification, sustainable harvesting tips, and safety practices for beginner foragers.
Hands-on evening foraging walk through Asheville woodlands and greenways, identifying wild edibles and seasonal plant uses; expert guided plant identification, sustainable harvesting tips, and safety practices for beginner foragers.
Gentle pasture hike to meet shaggy highland cows, with hands on petting, photo ops, and on site farm merchandise; an informal guided talk covers cow care and farm history for all ages.
Gentle pasture hike to meet shaggy highland cows, with hands on petting, photo ops, and on site farm merchandise; an informal guided talk covers cow care and farm history for all ages.
Gentle pasture hike to meet shaggy highland cows, with hands on petting, photo ops, and on site farm merchandise; an informal guided talk covers cow care and farm history for all ages.
Facilitated public town hall centering Black voters for accountable dialogue with 10 to 12 selected City Council candidates (Cohort A) at the historic YMI Cultural Center. Moderated Q&A encourages direct, policy-focused community engagement.
Facilitated public town hall centering Black voters for accountable dialogue with 10 to 12 selected City Council candidates (Cohort A) at the historic YMI Cultural Center. Moderated Q&A encourages direct, policy-focused community engagement.
Facilitated public town hall centering Black voters for accountable dialogue with 10 to 12 selected City Council candidates (Cohort A) at the historic YMI Cultural Center. Moderated Q&A encourages direct, policy-focused community engagement.
Award-winning author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle examines Cherokee literary form and contemporary rematriation of storytelling, showing how Cherokee cultural knowledge and the seven core values shape structure, style, and narrative choices.
Award-winning author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle examines Cherokee literary form and contemporary rematriation of storytelling, showing how Cherokee cultural knowledge and the seven core values shape structure, style, and narrative choices.
Award-winning author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle examines Cherokee literary form and contemporary rematriation of storytelling, showing how Cherokee cultural knowledge and the seven core values shape structure, style, and narrative choices.
In depth discussion of Thomas Wolfe's short story 'His Father's Earth' with close readings and historical context led by local literary experts at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, plus a Zoom option for hybrid attendance.
In depth discussion of Thomas Wolfe's short story 'His Father's Earth' with close readings and historical context led by local literary experts at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, plus a Zoom option for hybrid attendance.
In depth discussion of Thomas Wolfe's short story 'His Father's Earth' with close readings and historical context led by local literary experts at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, plus a Zoom option for hybrid attendance.
Hands on experiences and guided discussion probing emotional bonds with personified AI, ethical limitations, and practical ways diverse participants can build agency in shaping AI’s social and technological future.
Hands on experiences and guided discussion probing emotional bonds with personified AI, ethical limitations, and practical ways diverse participants can build agency in shaping AI’s social and technological future.
Hands on experiences and guided discussion probing emotional bonds with personified AI, ethical limitations, and practical ways diverse participants can build agency in shaping AI’s social and technological future.
Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.
Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.
Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.
Close reading and group discussion of Wolfe's short story, probing Southern Gothic atmosphere, character psychology, and racial violence in early 20th century Appalachia, held in an intimate historic site setting for literary engagement.
Close reading and group discussion of Wolfe's short story, probing Southern Gothic atmosphere, character psychology, and racial violence in early 20th century Appalachia, held in an intimate historic site setting for literary engagement.
Close reading and group discussion of Wolfe's short story, probing Southern Gothic atmosphere, character psychology, and racial violence in early 20th century Appalachia, held in an intimate historic site setting for literary engagement.
child focused cultural lab offering interactive activities, storytelling, and community led learning in Swahili and English to celebrate local and ancestral cultures, inviting families to participate at YMI Cultural Center.
child focused cultural lab offering interactive activities, storytelling, and community led learning in Swahili and English to celebrate local and ancestral cultures, inviting families to participate at YMI Cultural Center.
child focused cultural lab offering interactive activities, storytelling, and community led learning in Swahili and English to celebrate local and ancestral cultures, inviting families to participate at YMI Cultural Center.
Community-centered town hall fostering accountable, in-person dialogue between Black Asheville residents and City Council candidates from Cohort B at the historic YMI Cultural Center. Audience Q&A, candidate statements, and civic engagement focused on local policy priorities.
Community-centered town hall fostering accountable, in-person dialogue between Black Asheville residents and City Council candidates from Cohort B at the historic YMI Cultural Center. Audience Q&A, candidate statements, and civic engagement focused on local policy priorities.
Community-centered town hall fostering accountable, in-person dialogue between Black Asheville residents and City Council candidates from Cohort B at the historic YMI Cultural Center. Audience Q&A, candidate statements, and civic engagement focused on local policy priorities.