Historical Places in Marion, NC

Built in 1793 by Colonel John Carson, the Historic Carson House today is a privately owned history museum that is open to the public. This historic plantati

Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, about 1 hour from Asheville, NC, is Emerald Village, North Carolina’s #1 gem mining attraction! Go underground in a real mi

Many items from the old railroading days are featured at the museum.Many items from the old railroading days are featured at the muse

Smithmore is 5 Star Castle Hotel located in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. It sits nearly 4,000 feet up and boasts breathtaking views. Smithmo

The house at Quaker Meadows was built in 1812 by Captain Charles McDowell, Jr. in anticipation of his marriage the following year to his cousin, Anna McDowe

In 1830 the Burke County Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions decided that the County needed a new courthouse to replace the “shabby, weather-beaten” pla

Religious center that is dedicated to prayer for personal and spiritual transformation.Religious center that is dedicated to prayer for personal and spiritu

Welcome to the Vance Birthplace State Historic Site! Learn about North Carolina mountain life and culture on this reconstructed plantation in the Reems Cre

Visit Asheville's only antique car museum! Housed in the former weaving shop of Biltmore Industries, this unique showroom features antique and vintage vehicl

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Historic Biltmore Village is a quaint collection of shops, lodging, and dining both fine and casual.Historic Biltmore Village is a quaint collection of shop

Thomas Wolfe's childhood home, immortalized in his 1929 novel, "Look Homeward Angel," is preserved intact as a lasting monument to one of the 20th century

The Cathedral of All Souls is an Episcopal church where all are welcome, trust is present, and risks are taken. We are the Cathedral church of the Episcop

McCormick Field opened its gates for the first time in 1924 when the Asheville Tourists played host to the Detroit Tigers. Over the years the stadium h

The Basilica of Saint Lawrence is listed in the National Register of Historic Places with the added designation of National Significance. Thousands of visito

This beautiful garden style cemetery encompasses 87 acres near downtown Asheville, NC overlooking the French Broad River. Among the rolling hills and garde

We are a small family operated alpaca farm in the lovely Weaverville, NC. We are home to close to 25 alpacas, 2 Great Pryneese guard dogs, and 2 miniatu