ALL AGES FULLY SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLEDAVID WILCOX There are songwriters who chronicle life, and then there’s David Wilcox—an artist who metabolizes it. He has long been a quiet force in American folk music; a musician’s musician, a writer’s writer, and a seeker whose gift lies in making the personal […]

Singer-songwriter and guitarist Ellis Paul presents an evening of folk music and storytelling. His songs pair vivid characters and observational lyrics with contemporary Americana, drawing on a catalogue that includes 55, The Storyteller’s Suitcase and Chasing Beauty. All ages; seated show with limited premium seating in the first three rows. Doors open at 7 PM.

Join us for an evening performance at BMCM+AC by internationally acclaimed flutist Nicole Mitchell + visionary percussionist Joe Westerlund.

(FREE) Wood sculpture Sam Moore will be the featured artist for the last gallery walk of the year. Sam’s sculptures dance between the realms of whimsy and emotion, allowing viewers to embark on a captivating journey through his work. He achieves this by harnessing the power of strong contrasts, intricate textures, and graceful movements. In […]

STANDING ROOM ONLY SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS Southern Culture On The Skids has been consistently recording and touring around the world since 1983. The band (Rick Miller – guitar and vocals, Mary Huff – bass and vocals, Dave Hartman – drums) has been playing together for over 30 years. Their musical journey has taken […]

Step into the Museum’s galleries before the doors open for a quiet and contemplative morning of meditation, mindful walking, and reflection. This guided experience invites participants to slow down, settle the nervous system, and explore the Museum as a place of sanctuary, spaciousness, and renewal. The session will begin with a brief seated meditation, followed […]

Make a crossbody crescent bag! In this four hour class you will gain the confidence to sew from a pattern with the goal of walking away with your very own crescent Baggu-dupe. With hands-on instruction and support, participants will follow a provided sewing pattern, learn the ins and outs of bag construction, and level up […]

Join us for the 38th Annual Appalachian Potters Market at McDowell High School on Saturday December 5th 2026 from 10 to 4pm! More information, including the full list of Potters, available at mcdowellarts.org/apm Saturday December 6th from 10 to 4pm McDowell High School 600 Mcdowell High Dr, Marion, NC 28752 828-652-8610 Admission is $5 for […]

What would it feel like to create with no rules, no critique, and no pressure to make something “good”? In this beginner-friendly half-day class, you’ll explore intuitive process painting as a way to reconnect with your natural creativity, quiet the inner critic, and experience the simple joy of creating freely. This is not a class […]

No sewing machine, no problem. Long before home machines were prevalent, this straightforward hand sewing method uses two simple stitches to utilize precious fabric scraps into hexagonal quilt tops. In this three hour workshop, you will learn the techniques and methods brought over from early English settlers that are still used today. All materials provided. […]

Show Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About Don't Tell Comedy […]

STANDING ROOM ONLY THE LEMON TWIGS The Lemon Twigs’ two previous Captured Tracks albums, A Dream Is All We Know (2024) and Everything Harmony (2023), certainly indicated something of a ground zero in their then five album career. “It was the beginning of making records that we would listen to ourselves,” says Michael D’Addario, the […]

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present The Lemon Twigs’ two previous Captured Tracks albums, A Dream Is All We Know (2024) and Everything Harmony (2023), certainly indicated something of a ground zero in their then five album career. “It was the beginning of making records that we would listen to ourselves,” says Michael D’Addario, […]

Join Jennifer Murphy of Street Creature Puppet Collective to brighten the dark of winter with your own hand-crafted lantern made from paper and willow branches. In this cozy, creative workshop, you’ll build and decorate a glowing lantern using paper cutouts and colorful tissue designs while learning about lantern-making traditions and festivals from around the world. […]

Transform old climbing gear into functional art! In this hands-on workshop, you will discover the anatomy of kernmantle ropes and learn how to give retired outdoor gear a second life. We provide all the tools, materials, and step-by-step instruction you need to craft your very own custom can cozie to take home. Gain the foundational […]

Chatham County Line marks its 20-year holiday touring tradition with a set of original songs spanning ten albums, followed by AM Gold covers that inspired the band to pick up instruments. Special guests will be announced in November. All ages; partially seated, with seated and standing ticket options. Doors open at 7 PM.

Join us at the Museum for a harmonious blend of artistic inspiration and mindful movement! Our Saturday sessions are from 9:30–11am.  Experience how close looking at art and practicing yoga in the beautiful spaces of the Museum can foster relaxation and connection. Each yoga session includes a guided mindful looking session in one of the […]

Join us for our annual Holiday Mingle & Jingle: Holiday Craft Market at The Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC! We’ll have local vendors set up selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts just in time for holiday gift-giving. Be sure to grab a bite from our in-house Taqueria and a drink from the bar as you […]

Join us in the studio for a drop-in art activity led by Museum staff. Participants will be invited to create an artwork of their own inspired by the Museum’s Collection or our current exhibitions. All ages and abilities are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult).

In this workshop, participants will each make a pair of wall shelf brackets for mounting a wooden shelf to the wall. Expect to practice an array of metalworking skills including: -Measuring and cutting steel -Drilling and countersinking holes -Bending curved root designs with round rod -Welding and grinding to clean up welds. -Forge welding for […]

With the holidays just around the corner, experience the season at a local historic treasure. Historic Johnson Farm will be hosting a number of Christmas tours throughout December. For those looking for an evening experience, Candlelight Christmas tours will be offered on Saturday, December 12. There will be four tours offered: 5:00, 5:45, 6:30, and […]