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Turchin Center for theVisual Arts
423 W. King St. • Boone, NC 28607 (828) 262-3017
App. State’s Turchin Center offers a blend of new and historic artwork, and Community Art School. |
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Blue Ridge Community Theater
P.O. Box 229 DTS • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 963-4440
This non-profit theater produces annual
spring, summer and holiday plays to benefit
the whole community. |
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Farthing Auditorium
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28607
(800) 841-2787
In the heart of the App. State campus, this
1,734-seat Theater hosts local, national and international entertainers. |
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Horn in the West
591 Horn in the West Dr. • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-2120
Fun for the whole family watching the story of the Blue Ridge
Mountain’s first settlers in a beautiful outdoor theater. |
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Art Walk on King
611 W. King St. • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-9998
Choose the perfect piece for your home from a wide selection of works
by local and regional artists. |
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Ashe Civic Center
962 Mt. Jefferson Road
West Jefferson NC, 28694
(336) 246-4483
Catch a diversity of programs, performances and events in a
beautiful setting at the foot of Jefferson Mountain. |
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Creek house Garden Gallery
346 Creek house Lane • Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 982-9547
Unique shopping through picnic areas, nature trails, stocked creek fishing
and more. Pets welcome! |
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SHOPPING |
Watauga County Farmers Market
The Watauga County Farmers’ Market has been in operation since 1974, and
is located at the Horn In The West in Boone, North Carolina. The market is
a direct link between our local farmers and the consumer. |
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Mast General Store
Since 1883, traditional mercantile goods, clothing, footwear and
outdoor gear. Locations in Valle Crucis, Boone, Asheville, Waynesville
and Hendersonville. |
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Libby’s
207 Long Street • Jefferson, NC 28640
Whatever your look, Libby’s offers boutique shopping for distinctive
jewelry and stylish women’s clothing. |
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The Lady Bug
420 E. Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28694
Continue your shopping excursion in Jefferson at Lady Bug for more unique
casual designs and accessories. |
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Magnolia by Angelia
105 N. Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson, NC 28694
Visit Magnolia by Angelia for gorgeous formal wear and fine ladies apparel. |
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Boone Mall
1180 Blowing Rock Rd. • Boone NC 28607
Shopping and food for the whole family, brand name clothing,
electronics, jewelry, books and more. |
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Tanger Outlet Shopes
US HWY 321 • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Catch the best deals in the mountains at more than 30 brand name
manufacturer and designer outlets. |
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Southmarke
1179 Main St. • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Upscale shopping and luxurious landscaped gardens await at the
southern end of Main Street in downtown Blowing Rock. |
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Shops at the Martin House
1098 Main St. • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Built in 1889, the oldest house in Blowing Rock is home to 12 local shops and
a peaceful village park setting.
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Linville Caverns
19929 US Hwy 221 N • Marion, NC 28752
(828) 756-4171
Discovered in the 1800s, follow an exciting underground trail through
beautiful natural caverns and rock formations. |
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New River Zoo
3581 Big Flatts Church Rd. • Fleet Wood, NC 28626
(336) 877-9219
See exciting and endangered species from around the world, including
several primates, leopards, exotic birds and more. |
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Vill a & Winery at Bluebe rry Farm
135 Deer Run Ln. • Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 898-9099
Sample a collection of distinctive wines from the locally grown grapes
of Blueberry Farm. |
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Twee tsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad Ln. • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(800) 526-5740
R ide the world-famous steam train, and enjoy lots of games, rides, live
entertainment and petting zoo. |
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RESTAURANTS |
Morning Star Café
406 Court St. • Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 846-4120
Enjoy a variety of appetizers, entrees and desserts in a true family style
setting. |
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Glendale Springs In & Restaurant
7414 NC Hwy 16 • West Jefferson, NC 28629
(800) 287-1206
Enjoy the scenic views, gardens and elegant dining at this hundredyear-
old inn just off the Parkway. |
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Red Onion Café
227 Hardin St. • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-5470
Check out the expansive menu and wine list in this smoke free restaurant just across from Appalachian State. |
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Michael’s
102 North Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-4102
Casual, sophisticated bistro dining, with fine dining available on Fridays
and Saturdays, and a Sunday champagne brunch. |
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Talia Espreso
809 Main St. • North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
T alia Espresso is a bistro style coffee house featuring gourmet desserts
and breakfast items, espresso and specialty hot and frozen drinks, plus a
seasonal lunch menu. Outdoor seating and wireless internet available. |
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Dan’l Boone In
130 Hardin Street • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-8657
For over 40 years, Dan’l Boone has served delicious home cooked
meals, family-style. Just like Grandma’s! |
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Crippens Country In & Restaurant
239 Sunset Drive • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(877) 295-3487
www.crippens.com |
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The Pedler
1972 Blowing Rock Rd. • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-4433
Serving high quality steaks and seafood in the high country since 1968. |
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The Gamekeper
3005 Shull’s Mill Rd. • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 963-7400
An upscale take on traditional mountain fare—serving gourmet wild game
and classic continental dishes. |
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Ciao Belo Italian Restaurant
711 Main St. • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-6832
Italian dining with fantastic entrees and artwork from around the world. |
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The Best Celar
203 Sunset Dr. • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-3466
Offering fine dining in a casually rustic setting for more than 30 years. |
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Angel ica’s Vegetarian Restaurant
& Juice Bar
506 W. King St. • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-0809
Healthy vegetarian meals, homemade salsas and fresh smoothies for the
whole family. |
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Sunrise Grill
1675 Highway 105 • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 262-5400
Known for great breakfasts and sandwiches, a great casual spot for a
quick meal. |
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Blowing Rock Café
349 Sunset Dr. • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-9474
Fresh baked goods, pancakes and breakfast plates with garden
courtyard dining. |
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Los Arco iris Mexican Restaurant
327 E. Main St. • Jefferson, NC
(336) 846-1639
Delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine comes home to the
Blue Ridge Mountains.
SKIING |
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SKY RESORTS |
Appalachian Ski Mountain
P.O. Box 106 • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-7828 or (800) 322-2373
www.appskimtn.com
The High Country’s 1st ski area, with 10 slopes, two terrain parks, ice arena and the Ski College. |
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Ski Beech
1007 Beech Mountain Pkwy • Beech Mountain, NC 28604
(828) 387-2011 or (800) 438-2093
www.skibeech.com
Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and more with 15 slopes and an
exciting freestyle area. |
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Sugar Mountain
940 Ski Mountain Rd. • P.O. Box 369, Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 898-4521 or (800) 784-2768
www.skisugar.com
Unique Village setting with 20 slopes and trails on 115 skiable acres for
skiing, boarding and tubing. |
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FRENCH SWISS SKI COLLEGE
940 Ski Mountain Rd. App Ski Mtn • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 295-9311
www.skifrench-swiss.com
Learn to ski or snowboard at the best-known ski school in the
Southeast. Rentals also available. |
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Hawksnest Ski & Snow Tub ing Inc.
2058 Skyland Dr. • Banner Elk, NC 28604
(800) 822-4295 or 828-963-6561
www.hawksnest-resort.com
The largest snow tubing park in NC is also home to the area-favorite
night skiing sessions. |
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MEDICAL |
WataugA Medical Center
336 Deerfield Rd. • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 262-4100 |
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Wilkes Regional Medical Center
1370 West D Street • North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
336-651-8100 |
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Boone Drug
617 West King St. • Boone, NC 28607
828-264-3766
Since 1919, Full Service Pharmacy, Compounding Prescriptions, Old
Time Soda Fountain and Grille with Daily Specials. |
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CVS Pharmacy
2575 Hwy 105 –100 • Boone, NC 28607
(828) 262-0900
48) WalMart Super Center Pharmacy
1489 Mount Jefferson Road • West Jefferson
(336) 246-3119 |
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RECREATION |
Oakwods Country Club
541 Clubhouse Dr. • Wilkesboro, NC 28697
Nestled below the majestic Brushy Mountains, Oakwoods Country
Club is a scenic and challenging golf course in Wilkesboro. |
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W. Kerr Scott Lake
499 Reservoir Rd. • Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 921-3750
This 55-square-mile lake is perfect for boating, swimming,
camping and fishing. |
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Stone Mountain State Park
3042 Frank Pkwy • Roaring Gap, NC 28668
(336) 957-8185
The park around this majestic landmark offers some of the best rock
climbing and trout fishing in the area. |
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Moun t Jefferson State Natural Area
Jefferson, NC
Several trails through the park offer scenic lookouts on the
Blue Ridge landscape. |
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Zalo’s Canoes
3874 NC Highway 16 South • Jefferson, NC 28640
Load up the cooler for a relaxing canoe, kayak or tube float on the New River. |
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Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve
1500 Laurel Ln. • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-4700
Barns and camping areas with access to more than 25 miles of Blue
Ridge riding trails. |
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Hawksnest Golf & Ski Resort
2058 Skyland Dr. • Seven Devils, NC 28604
(828) 963-6561
Once the slopes close, hit the links on the exciting 18-hole
Hawksnest course. |
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The Blowing Rock
432 Rock Rd. • Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-7111
Gaze 3,000 feet into the valley below from the top of North Carolina’s
oldest travel attraction. |
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Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway • Linville, NC 28646
(800) 468-7325
The highest peak in the Blue Ridge, check out the world-famous nature
preserve and Mile High Swinging Bridge. |
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Watauga Lake
114 Piercetown Rd. Suite 101 • Butler, TN
(800) 749-0296
America’s 3rd cleanest lake, Watauga offers
world-class fishing, sailing, canoeing and swimming. |
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