Step into the past at five North Carolina State Historic Sites, where you can experience preserved history and explore the surrounding areas along walking trails and paths.
asheville
A Festive & Foraged Christmas Treat
A bakery in Asheville combines the French tradition of Yule log cakes with the flavors of Appalachia for a holiday treat with the unmistakable taste of home.
Year of the Trail: 3 Urban Trails
Each month, we’re celebrating North Carolina’s official Year of the Trail by exploring amazing places to hike, bike, walk, and play across the state.
A Cup to Celebrate at High Climate Tea Company
A tea aficionado’s real-world education in the art and science of the beverage inspired him to share simple but meaningful rituals at his downtown Asheville lounge.
12 Tar Heel Tours
Join some of North Carolina’s expert guides to learn about history and architecture, wildlife and food, and the people who have shaped our state.
Take it Easy: 11 Cycling Trails Across the State
Many of these trails are part of larger greenway or rails-to-trails networks, making the opportunities for exploration nearly endless. All are bike- and kid-friendly, and most provide some level of parking and ADA access.
Soak in the Trees
In the forests around Asheville, bathing in the serenity and beauty of the pines and oaks and walnut trees makes it feel as though time stands still.
Carolina Clay
For thousands of years, ceramists have shaped North Carolina clay — the official state art medium — into functional and artistic vessels.
This Week at the Farmers Market
Ready to fill your basket with the season’s goodies? Check in weekly to find out which just-picked produce is available at farmers markets from mountains to coast — and mark your calendar for special market events and festivals.
