Sunset Fiberworks and Penland School of Craft help shape the Yadkin Valley’s next generation of weavers.
4 Foothills Restaurants Where Local Flavors Shine
Dig into a Foothills feast at these four institutions, where communities come together over dishes made with beloved recipes and local ingredients.
Storytelling With the Foothills Writers
A group of wordsmiths in Lenoir share a love of storytelling and the Foothills that inspire them.
Art in the Wild
On a dozen rolling acres behind the former Patterson School in Caldwell County, the Western North Carolina Sculpture Center and Park has transformed a patch of nature into a vast gallery.
Right at Home With Fairfield
At Fairfield — the “Quiet Giant” of Lenoir — furniture is a family tradition.
Jim Lauderdale Remembers Troutman
One of modern country music’s most celebrated songwriters recalls his earliest musical experiences growing up in Iredell County.
A Guide to Marion
On your way to Lake James, make time for this McDowell County town where you can experience the work of local artists, shop for gourmet goodies, and pause for coffee or breakfast sandwich.
A Guide to Forest City
Forest City might be known for its extravagant Christmas lights, but this thriving downtown welcomes visitors all year to visit a soda fountain, shop for home decor, and visit a quirky museum.
A Guide to Walnut Cove
This Stokes County town is a welcoming stopover for hikers to pick up baked goods, see vintage cars, and sip a craft beer.
