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9th Annual Beaverdam Studio Tour October 24 + 25, 2026
October 24 - October 25
Free
9th Annual Beaverdam Studio Tour | October 24 + 25, 2026 | Asheville, NC | beaverdamstudiotour.com
9th Annual Beaverdam Studio Tour 2026 -…
We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Beaverdam Studio Tour | October 25 + 26, 2025.
Twenty-four remarkable artists and craftspeople—including 17 from the Beaverdam Valley and 7 guest artists—are opening their studios to the public. Creating in ceramics, sculpture, book arts, enamels, jewelry, painting, glasswork, textiles, photography, and wood, this self-guided tour showcases the depth and diversity of Asheville’s artistic talent. Explore the artists’ studios and discover the stories behind the art—and how creativity helped them move forward.
When + Where: Saturday, Oct 24 | 10am–5pm | Sunday, Oct 25 | 10am–4pm
Only 14 locations, all easily accessible off Beaverdam Rd (via Merrimon Ave. in North Asheville)
Interested in covering the tour? We’d love your support! Many of our artists have powerful stories. See our website for artists’ images and links to their personal websites.
For hi-res images or more info, contact: beaverdamartists@gmail.com
Artists Participating in 2026 new artist* guest artist**
Susana Abell, Pat Barratt, Heidi Bleacher**, Joanne Bossert, Amy Brandenburg**, Julie Calhoun-Roepnack, Susan Codega**, Ruthie Cohen**, Bonnie Cooper, Deb Druhot, Nancy Dunn**, George Handy, Reb Haizlip, Karen Ives**, Peggy Ann Johnston, Margot Kornfeld*, Janice Levitt**, Kathy Mack, Annette McAllister, Susan Sinyai, Cathy Stryker, Bob Smedley*, Tei Tober.
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