WNCHA Programs
Upcoming Events
Jan 19 @ 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
10:30 AM
We will use colored sand on a prepared surface to make a beautiful mandala design. The word Mandala (pronunciation mon- dah- lah) means “circle”. A Mandala represents wholeness, a cosmic diagram reminding us of our relation to infinity, extending[...]
Apr 24 @ 10:00 AM – Nov 2 @ 4:00 PM
10:00 AM
You will want to mark your calendar for the exhibit opening on April 24 and watch for how to reserve your space for lectures, parties and activities. Sponsors: PRESENTING SPONSOR: Bruce Richardson, https://store.elmwoodinn.com/bruce-richardson.aspx LOCAL SPONSORS: Brunk[...]
Charles Frazier Wins 2018 Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award for Varina
The Western North Carolina Historical Association (WNCHA) is pleased to announce the selection of the 63rd winner of the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award. This year the winner of the Award is Charles Frazier for his novel, Varina. In making the award the...
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Christmas Twilight Tours
'Tis the season once again to enjoy a Twilight Tour of the Smith-McDowell House! Come join us for a rare evening visit to Asheville's oldest home. The theme for the Tour this year is Appalachian Christmas Carols, and we offer a variety of traditional mountain...
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We Welcome Jesse Edgerton as Director of Programs
The Western North Carolina Historical Association is extremely pleased to welcome Jesse Edgerton as our director of programs. If Jesse looks familiar, it is because he served as manager of the Smith-McDowell House Museum for several years. Jesse was instrumental in...
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