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Asheville, NC
Best Museums (Attractions & Activities)
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Asheville Art Museum |
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2 S Pack Sq, Asheville 28801 • 828-253-3227 |
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DOWNTOWN. Located in the Pack Place Education, Arts and Sciences Center, this museum houses both permanent collections and visiting exhibits of 20th- and 21st-century American art. Regional, national, and international works are featured, not to mention western NC artists and a range of media. Special shows may require additional fees. |
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Biltmore Estate |
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1 Approach Rd US 25 just north of I-40, Asheville 28803 • 800-411-3812 |
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BILTMORE AREA. Western North Carolina's beloved "castle on the hill" resides on an 8000-acre estate, complete with manicured gardens, woodlands, and an award-winning winery (the nation's most visited). Built in the late 19th-century by George Washington Vanderbilt II, the chateau-inspired home is an opulent example of the wealth acquired during America's Gilded Age. The magnificent 250-room mansion ranks as the largest private residence in the country and offers self-guided tours that can easily last for hours. |
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User Rating: 9.5 / 10
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Colburn Earth Science Museum |
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2 S Pack Sq, Asheville 28801 • 828-254-7162 |
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DOWNTOWN. Located in the Pack Place Education, Arts and Sciences Center, this museum is, according to The Washington Post, "a mini-Smithsonian of gems." Within, you can view natural treasures from North Carolina and the world, including rare gems, fluorescents, and volcanic and earthquake artifacts. Additional exhibits teach visitors about weather, mining in western NC, and fossils. |
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Estes Winn Auto Museum |
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Grovewood Gallery 111 Grovewood Rd, Asheville 28804 • 828-253-7651 |
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What once was a weaving shed for Biltmore Industries is now home to a collection of more than 20 classic cars including a 1926 Cadillac, a 1927 La Salle and a 1922 La France Fire Engine. Allow approximately 40 minutes for a visit. |
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Pack Place Education, Arts & Science Center |
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2 S Pack Sq, Asheville 28801 • 828-257-4500 |
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Only one place downtown offers so much to do and see under one roof. Pack Place is home to the Asheville Art Museum, the Colburn Gem and Mineral Museum, the Diana Wortham Theater, and The Health Adventure. Call for specific tour and show information. |
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Smith-McDowell House Museum |
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283 Victoria Rd, Asheville 28801 • 828-253-9231 |
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BILTMORE AREA. Asheville's oldest home is Victorian in style and was built around 1840. The red-brick structure was a rarity in the days of log cabins, and it was built using slave labor. Occupied by a variety of prominent Asheville citizens and families, the house features exquisitely landscaped grounds designed by renowned Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. Today, the home's lovingly furnished period rooms offer a glimpse of Asheville's early days, and informative history exhibits further elucidate life during the era. |
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The Health Adventure |
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2 S Pack Sq, Asheville 28801 • 800-935-0204 |
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DOWNTOWN. Located in the Pack Place Education, Arts and Sciences Center, the well-regarded Health Adventure places a focus on understanding the body and promoting wellness. Its intended audience is children and families, and its goal is heightened awareness of health's role in our lives. A variety of programs and exhibits makes science fun and engaging, and the hope is that motivated children will make strong efforts to lead healthy lives and share their knowledge with others. |
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YMI Cultural Center |
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39 S Market St, Asheville 28801 • 828-257-4541 |
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George Vanderbilt commissioned the original Young Men's Institute, and today it stands as a national historic landmark spanning a rich history to the present. Serving as a cultural bridge, it showcases African American art, culture and history. Tours are availible on Saturdays by appointment only. |
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