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October 25 Premiere: “Through Their Eyes: The History of American at War from 1917 through the Global War on Terror.”
Viewing History “Through Their Eyes” By Michel Robertson The Veterans History Museum of the Carolinas is proud to announce an exciting addition to their galleries: “Through Their Eyes: The History of America at War from 1917 through the Global War on Terror.” Beginning on November 1, 2022, each museum gallery… Read More
Old Appalachian Christmas Festival
Slow down and experience some Appalachian Christmas traditions at our annual “Old Time Appalachian Christmas Festival” downtown. Held the 2nd Saturday in December, the streets are filled with hand crafted gifts, canned and baked goods, food, heritage demonstrations, live music, s’mores, photo ops, Santa, petting zoo and tons of fun!… Read More
Old Appalachian Christmas Festival
Slow down and experience some Appalachian Christmas traditions at our annual “Old Time Appalachian Christmas Festival” downtown. Held the 2nd Saturday in December, the streets are filled with hand crafted gifts, canned and baked goods, food, heritage demonstrations, live music, s’mores, photo ops, Santa, wagon rides and tons of fun!… Read More
Old Fiddler’s Convention
The Galax Fiddlers Convention is a cherished annual event that brings together folks from all corners of the country to celebrate the rich heritage of Appalachian and bluegrass music. Read More
Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap Fundraiser
Join us Saturday, December 14th at the Floyd Country Store for and evening of Appalachian Ballad Singing with host Josh Copus and performances by Donna Ray Norton, Sheila Kay Adams, and Melanie Rice. This is a FUNDRAISER for the Old Marshall Jail – a venue in Marshall, NC that was… Read More
Old Time Appalachian Christmas
Celebrate Christmas the Old Time Appalachian way….wagon rides, live music, baked goods, square dancing, warm cider and roasted nuts, fire pits, food, storytelling, quilting and spinning demonstrations, handmade items by local artisans, Santa and his sleigh and much more. Downtown restaurants and shops open late. You will find unique, one… Read More
OLD TIME APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
A celebration of Christmas in Appalachia – long lasting traditions of simpler times, sharing of community spirit, good cheer, music and food. More details coming soon. Read More
Pogiebait’s War
July 29: Stories of Marines in WWII-Pacific By Mike Bazinet On July 29, Jack H. (“Nick”) McCall Jr. will talk about his book, Pogiebait’s War, chronicling the story of his father’s journey from a small town in Tennessee to World War II combat service with the US Marines in the… Read More
September 8 Program: Winning the European Skies of WWII
September 8 Program: Winning the European Skies of WWII By Gregory Ehr On Thursday, September 8, at 2:00 p.m., Lt. Col. Bob Wilkerson, U.S. Air Force (Ret.), pictured here in his Blue Ridge Honor Flight shirt, will present the free program “Winning the European Skies of WWII.” The… Read More
Spring Break Vacation Sale at Montfair Resort Farm- Hike, Bike, Canoe and Fish Onsite!
Enjoy a 15% discount off nightly vacation cabin rental rates now through April 30, 2025! Clean comfortable lakeside vacation cottages with heat, Wi-Fi and everything you need for a great stay. Each cottage has comfortable beds, well equipped kitchens, linens and towels, organic coffee and teas provided with a private… Read More