Area Adventures
Nestled in the western North Carolina mountains, Mountain Brook Estates offers easy access to area activities for everyone, from outdoor activities to the arts.
Arts & Crafts
Yancey and Mitchell counties have a vibrant arts community, and are also close to Ashville 's arts scene. You can visit studios, galleries and attend multiple events throughout the year.​
Toe River Arts Council (TRAC)
"Hugging the curves of the mountains of Western North Carolina is Toe River Arts, one of the most significant concentrations of artists in the nation. Here you will find the journe of the arts and the art of the journey inextricable intertwined."
Penland School of Crafts
"Penland School of Craft is a national craft education center dedicated to the creative life. Located in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Penland offers total-immersion workshops in sixteen beautifully-equipped studios along with artist residencies, a gallery and visitors center, and community programs."
Spruce Pine Potters Market
"The Spruce Pine Potters Market is an annual show that is managed and organized by our artists who live and work in a two county area of western North Carolina. The rich history of craft in this region, along with the renowned Penland School of Craft, has brought these artists to call this area home. Our unique combination of artists sets the stage for a dynamic show."
Highway 80
Art Hop
A destination weekend tour of Open Studios and Galleries along NC Highway 80 South following the Scenic South Toe River. Second Weekend in October • 10am to 5pm, Saturday & Sunday
River Arts District Asheville
Visit the working studios and galleries of hundreds of artists– painting, pottery, jewelry, glass, metal, wood and much more. Open every day