Folk Art Center - Milepost 382

Discover Appalachian arts and crafts at the Folk Art Center near Asheville. In season, daily craft demonstrations give visitors the chance to see folk art being made and to talk to the craftsmen as they work. Year-round, visitors can wander through the modern folk art gallery or chat with a ranger.

At a Glance:

• Folk art exhibition hall
• Hiking trails

Points of Interest:

Folk Art Exhibition Hall: Headquarters of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, the Folk Art Center offers craft sales, demonstrations, and exhibits, a craft library, and auditorium.

America's National Park Store: Information and maps available. Located inside the Folk Art Center. Open year-round. Check the Southern Highland Craft Guild website for hours of operation.

Sleeping and Eating:

The Folk Art Center has no sleeping or eating options. See nearby towns for accommodations.

Things to Do:

Hike a Trail: Pick up the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, which runs along a large section of the Parkway near Asheville. Use two cars for a through-hike or use the Folk Art Center as a home base for an out-and-back. Find other area hikes on the North Carolina trails page.