
Weaving Demonstration with Betty Hilton-Nash
A live tapestry weaving demonstration with award-winning artist Betty Hilton-Nash, sharing techniques and insights from her decades-long career and national exhibitions. Expect an up-close look at fiber arts process inside the Asheville Art Museum.
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Interactive docent led walk through a current featured gallery exhibition, with time for questions and close looking. Drop in with no reservation for a guided museum experience in downtown Asheville.

Interactive docent led walk through a current featured gallery exhibition, with time for questions and close looking. Drop in with no reservation for a guided museum experience in downtown Asheville.
Interactive docent led walk through a current featured gallery exhibition, with time for questions and close looking. Drop in with no reservation for a guided museum experience in downtown Asheville.

A self guided studio crawl through the Beaverdam area, with working artist spaces open for browsing, conversation, and behind the scenes process. Expect a neighborhood arts vibe with chances to meet local makers and discover new work.

A self guided studio crawl through the Beaverdam area, with working artist spaces open for browsing, conversation, and behind the scenes process. Expect a neighborhood arts vibe with chances to meet local makers and discover new work.
A self guided studio crawl through the Beaverdam area, with working artist spaces open for browsing, conversation, and behind the scenes process. Expect a neighborhood arts vibe with chances to meet local makers and discover new work.

A regional animal fiber fair with vendor booths and hands-on demos centered on wool and other fibers from sheep and alpaca. Browse yarns and tools, watch spinning and weaving techniques, and connect with the Appalachian fiber arts community.

A regional animal fiber fair with vendor booths and hands-on demos centered on wool and other fibers from sheep and alpaca. Browse yarns and tools, watch spinning and weaving techniques, and connect with the Appalachian fiber arts community.
A regional animal fiber fair with vendor booths and hands-on demos centered on wool and other fibers from sheep and alpaca. Browse yarns and tools, watch spinning and weaving techniques, and connect with the Appalachian fiber arts community.

Hands-on weaving workshop focused on traditional Shaker tape techniques, with guided instruction and practical tips for creating sturdy woven bands. A craft-focused afternoon at a specialized chair caning and weaving studio in Weaverville.

Hands-on weaving workshop focused on traditional Shaker tape techniques, with guided instruction and practical tips for creating sturdy woven bands. A craft-focused afternoon at a specialized chair caning and weaving studio in Weaverville.
Hands-on weaving workshop focused on traditional Shaker tape techniques, with guided instruction and practical tips for creating sturdy woven bands. A craft-focused afternoon at a specialized chair caning and weaving studio in Weaverville.

Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.

Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.
Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.

A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.

A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.
A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.
Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Morning yoga blends gentle movement with guided mindful looking inside a current exhibition, using the museum’s serene galleries to deepen relaxation and connection. All levels welcome; bring a mat or borrow one on site.

Morning yoga blends gentle movement with guided mindful looking inside a current exhibition, using the museum’s serene galleries to deepen relaxation and connection. All levels welcome; bring a mat or borrow one on site.
Morning yoga blends gentle movement with guided mindful looking inside a current exhibition, using the museum’s serene galleries to deepen relaxation and connection. All levels welcome; bring a mat or borrow one on site.

A quiet pre opening morning inside the galleries pairs brief seated meditation with slow mindful walking through selected exhibits. Gentle prompts support nervous system settling, reflection, and a sanctuary like sense of spaciousness and renewal.

A quiet pre opening morning inside the galleries pairs brief seated meditation with slow mindful walking through selected exhibits. Gentle prompts support nervous system settling, reflection, and a sanctuary like sense of spaciousness and renewal.
A quiet pre opening morning inside the galleries pairs brief seated meditation with slow mindful walking through selected exhibits. Gentle prompts support nervous system settling, reflection, and a sanctuary like sense of spaciousness and renewal.
Hands-on natural dyeing workshop focused on prepping fiber, extracting plant pigment, and dyeing with madder roots for rich earthy reds and oranges. Practical techniques and take-home know-how in a garden learning setting.
Hands-on natural dyeing workshop focused on prepping fiber, extracting plant pigment, and dyeing with madder roots for rich earthy reds and oranges. Practical techniques and take-home know-how in a garden learning setting.
Hands-on natural dyeing workshop focused on prepping fiber, extracting plant pigment, and dyeing with madder roots for rich earthy reds and oranges. Practical techniques and take-home know-how in a garden learning setting.

Solo piano performance blending jazz improvisation with classical and minimalist influences, led by North Carolina native composer Willie Sime. Set inside the Asheville Art Museum for an art-forward, intimate Sunday evening concert atmosphere.

Solo piano performance blending jazz improvisation with classical and minimalist influences, led by North Carolina native composer Willie Sime. Set inside the Asheville Art Museum for an art-forward, intimate Sunday evening concert atmosphere.
Solo piano performance blending jazz improvisation with classical and minimalist influences, led by North Carolina native composer Willie Sime. Set inside the Asheville Art Museum for an art-forward, intimate Sunday evening concert atmosphere.
A historian led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streets, spotlighting local landmarks, architecture, and hidden stories. Expect an engaging, fact rich narrative with time for questions and neighborhood context.
A historian led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streets, spotlighting local landmarks, architecture, and hidden stories. Expect an engaging, fact rich narrative with time for questions and neighborhood context.
A historian led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streets, spotlighting local landmarks, architecture, and hidden stories. Expect an engaging, fact rich narrative with time for questions and neighborhood context.

Classical recital spotlighting rising-star musicians Anant Malpani and Christopher Tavernier in an Asheville Art Museum setting. Expect an intimate piano-and-violin concert vibe paired with pre- or post-show gallery viewing.

Classical recital spotlighting rising-star musicians Anant Malpani and Christopher Tavernier in an Asheville Art Museum setting. Expect an intimate piano-and-violin concert vibe paired with pre- or post-show gallery viewing.
Classical recital spotlighting rising-star musicians Anant Malpani and Christopher Tavernier in an Asheville Art Museum setting. Expect an intimate piano-and-violin concert vibe paired with pre- or post-show gallery viewing.

A casual drop-in art night centered on creating tiny-scale pieces and sharing ideas with neighbors. Expect a relaxed, community-forward vibe where beginners and experienced makers can sit, create, and connect.

A casual drop-in art night centered on creating tiny-scale pieces and sharing ideas with neighbors. Expect a relaxed, community-forward vibe where beginners and experienced makers can sit, create, and connect.
A casual drop-in art night centered on creating tiny-scale pieces and sharing ideas with neighbors. Expect a relaxed, community-forward vibe where beginners and experienced makers can sit, create, and connect.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.

After-hours gallery stroll and social mixer inside the Asheville Art Museum’s Third Thursday, blending contemporary exhibits with a lively, music-filled atmosphere. Designed for meeting new people and making professional connections; free with required online registration.

After-hours gallery stroll and social mixer inside the Asheville Art Museum’s Third Thursday, blending contemporary exhibits with a lively, music-filled atmosphere. Designed for meeting new people and making professional connections; free with required online registration.
After-hours gallery stroll and social mixer inside the Asheville Art Museum’s Third Thursday, blending contemporary exhibits with a lively, music-filled atmosphere. Designed for meeting new people and making professional connections; free with required online registration.

Hands-on fiber arts session focused on weaving techniques with guided instruction and practical practice time. Ideal for beginners seeking skill-building in a dedicated chair caning and weaving studio setting in Weaverville.

Hands-on fiber arts session focused on weaving techniques with guided instruction and practical practice time. Ideal for beginners seeking skill-building in a dedicated chair caning and weaving studio setting in Weaverville.
Hands-on fiber arts session focused on weaving techniques with guided instruction and practical practice time. Ideal for beginners seeking skill-building in a dedicated chair caning and weaving studio setting in Weaverville.

Learn the basics of tapestry weaving with guided instruction on loom setup, warping, and building texture and pattern with colorful yarn. A relaxed, beginner friendly textile arts session in a local studio setting.

Learn the basics of tapestry weaving with guided instruction on loom setup, warping, and building texture and pattern with colorful yarn. A relaxed, beginner friendly textile arts session in a local studio setting.
Learn the basics of tapestry weaving with guided instruction on loom setup, warping, and building texture and pattern with colorful yarn. A relaxed, beginner friendly textile arts session in a local studio setting.
Hands-on Turkish mosaic lamp making with colorful glass tiles arranged into intricate geometric patterns, then assembled into a glowing tabletop lamp. A guided art masterclass geared toward beginners in a hotel setting.
Hands-on Turkish mosaic lamp making with colorful glass tiles arranged into intricate geometric patterns, then assembled into a glowing tabletop lamp. A guided art masterclass geared toward beginners in a hotel setting.
Hands-on Turkish mosaic lamp making with colorful glass tiles arranged into intricate geometric patterns, then assembled into a glowing tabletop lamp. A guided art masterclass geared toward beginners in a hotel setting.
Hands-on intro to machine sewing covering threading, basic stitches, and simple troubleshooting, ending with a finished take-home project. Bring your own sewing machine or borrow one on site for a beginner-friendly skills night.
Hands-on intro to machine sewing covering threading, basic stitches, and simple troubleshooting, ending with a finished take-home project. Bring your own sewing machine or borrow one on site for a beginner-friendly skills night.
Hands-on intro to machine sewing covering threading, basic stitches, and simple troubleshooting, ending with a finished take-home project. Bring your own sewing machine or borrow one on site for a beginner-friendly skills night.