Cherokee History Tour- In a way the books won’t ever tell
Deep dive interpretive tour revealing Cherokee narratives and oral histories beyond textbook accounts at Big Cove, guided by local knowledge with place based storytelling, historical context, and community perspectives.
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Guided walk through a working mushroom farm demonstrating spawn inoculation, log and substrate techniques, and fungi identification among shaded beds in the Swannanoa Valley and seasonal harvests.
Guided walk through a working mushroom farm demonstrating spawn inoculation, log and substrate techniques, and fungi identification among shaded beds in the Swannanoa Valley and seasonal harvests.
Guided tour exploring the Montreat Hydroelectric plant's historic turbines, dam infrastructure, and impact on Swannanoa Valley's industrial development and rural electrification; museum educators deliver hands on interpretation and archival storytelling.
Guided tour exploring the Montreat Hydroelectric plant's historic turbines, dam infrastructure, and impact on Swannanoa Valley's industrial development and rural electrification; museum educators deliver hands on interpretation and archival storytelling.
Guided tour exploring the Montreat Hydroelectric plant's historic turbines, dam infrastructure, and impact on Swannanoa Valley's industrial development and rural electrification; museum educators deliver hands on interpretation and archival storytelling.
Guided outdoor walk to a historic local gravesite with museum interpreters, pairing biographical storytelling and archival photographs to illuminate Black Mountain's 19th-century settlers and valley life; suitable for history buffs and families.
Guided outdoor walk to a historic local gravesite with museum interpreters, pairing biographical storytelling and archival photographs to illuminate Black Mountain's 19th-century settlers and valley life; suitable for history buffs and families.
Guided outdoor walk to a historic local gravesite with museum interpreters, pairing biographical storytelling and archival photographs to illuminate Black Mountain's 19th-century settlers and valley life; suitable for history buffs and families.
Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.
Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.
Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.
Stroll Asheville’s historic Block from Triangle Park as a BIPOC-led bookstore guides place-based writing prompts, storefront-inspired micro exercises, and communal pause points for observation, drafting, and sharing among writers.
Stroll Asheville’s historic Block from Triangle Park as a BIPOC-led bookstore guides place-based writing prompts, storefront-inspired micro exercises, and communal pause points for observation, drafting, and sharing among writers.
Stroll Asheville’s historic Block from Triangle Park as a BIPOC-led bookstore guides place-based writing prompts, storefront-inspired micro exercises, and communal pause points for observation, drafting, and sharing among writers.
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.
Exploratory local history presentation on Warren Wilson’s role in the Swannanoa Valley, pairing archival photos and oral histories with curator-led interpretation at the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center.
Exploratory local history presentation on Warren Wilson’s role in the Swannanoa Valley, pairing archival photos and oral histories with curator-led interpretation at the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center.
Exploratory local history presentation on Warren Wilson’s role in the Swannanoa Valley, pairing archival photos and oral histories with curator-led interpretation at the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center.
Guided interpretive walk to Ridgecrest Point Lookout with panoramic Swannanoa Valley vistas and museum led local history commentary; accessible short hike highlighting landscape, heritage, and scenic photo opportunities.
Guided interpretive walk to Ridgecrest Point Lookout with panoramic Swannanoa Valley vistas and museum led local history commentary; accessible short hike highlighting landscape, heritage, and scenic photo opportunities.
Guided interpretive walk to Ridgecrest Point Lookout with panoramic Swannanoa Valley vistas and museum led local history commentary; accessible short hike highlighting landscape, heritage, and scenic photo opportunities.
Sacred fire storytelling and participatory workshops introduce Nahua shamanic healing from Mexico’s Central Highlands, with ceremony teachings, personal sharing, and a communal brunch to practice ancestral care for people and the earth.
Sacred fire storytelling and participatory workshops introduce Nahua shamanic healing from Mexico’s Central Highlands, with ceremony teachings, personal sharing, and a communal brunch to practice ancestral care for people and the earth.
Sacred fire storytelling and participatory workshops introduce Nahua shamanic healing from Mexico’s Central Highlands, with ceremony teachings, personal sharing, and a communal brunch to practice ancestral care for people and the earth.
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.
Guided interpretive hike along the Seven Sisters ridgeline near Black Mountain, led by Swannanoa Valley Museum volunteers; explores local history, forest ecology, and scenic overlooks with a community oriented outdoor walk.
Guided interpretive hike along the Seven Sisters ridgeline near Black Mountain, led by Swannanoa Valley Museum volunteers; explores local history, forest ecology, and scenic overlooks with a community oriented outdoor walk.
Guided interpretive hike along the Seven Sisters ridgeline near Black Mountain, led by Swannanoa Valley Museum volunteers; explores local history, forest ecology, and scenic overlooks with a community oriented outdoor walk.
Guided walk through Asheville woodlands identifying wild edible plants and seasonal forageables; hands on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local foodways context for beginners and home cooks.
Guided walk through Asheville woodlands identifying wild edible plants and seasonal forageables; hands on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local foodways context for beginners and home cooks.
Guided walk through Asheville woodlands identifying wild edible plants and seasonal forageables; hands on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local foodways context for beginners and home cooks.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
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Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Historian-led evening walking tour through downtown Asheville, exploring local architecture, cultural anecdotes, and hidden stories; gather at The Times Bar & Coffee Shop on Patton Avenue for a neighborhood history stroll.
Historian-led evening walking tour through downtown Asheville, exploring local architecture, cultural anecdotes, and hidden stories; gather at The Times Bar & Coffee Shop on Patton Avenue for a neighborhood history stroll.
Historian-led evening walking tour through downtown Asheville, exploring local architecture, cultural anecdotes, and hidden stories; gather at The Times Bar & Coffee Shop on Patton Avenue for a neighborhood history stroll.
Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Moonlit walking tour through the city's grisly past, with guided storytelling of historic murders, scandals, and local lore; an atmospheric, after-dark true-crime experience for adults and history buffs.
Moonlit walking tour through the city's grisly past, with guided storytelling of historic murders, scandals, and local lore; an atmospheric, after-dark true-crime experience for adults and history buffs.
Moonlit walking tour through the city's grisly past, with guided storytelling of historic murders, scandals, and local lore; an atmospheric, after-dark true-crime experience for adults and history buffs.
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Hands-on weekend workshop refining oral storytelling and narrative craft with writing prompts, scene work, performance coaching, and group feedback; intimate, craft focused sessions welcome beginners and experienced tellers.
Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.
Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.
Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.