Hike with a Historian – Brittain Church Cemetery and Biggerstaff Site

The Asheville Museum of History is excited to announce our three-part 2023 Cemetery Series. Register for individual events, or all three at a discount. The first tour, Wednesday, August 30 from 10AM – 1PM takes place near Rutherfordton, North Carolina. This outing is led by Trevor Freeman, AMoH public programs director. He has an MA in […]

Whisky Tasting and Distillery tour with Blue Ridge Distilling Co

Blue Ridge Distilling Co 228 Redbud Lane, Bostic, NC, United States

"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]

$17.00

Weaving Willows – Green Burial Farm Tour at Moss and Thistle

Moss and Thistle Farm 4466 Cove Rd, Union Mills, NC, United States

A farm with sustainable efforts towards green burials and a heartfelt connection to nature... In collaboration with Moss and Thistle: Join us on a tour of a beautiful farm that includes learning about the process of green burial, a weaving demonstration, and the opportunity to see some friendly goats! At Moss and Thistle Farm, you'll […]

$28.00

Wild Herb Walk with Colfax Creek Farm

Colfax Creek Farm 274 Harvey Logan Road, Bostic, United States

There is a fascinating world of plants all around us, if only we know where to look... In Collaboration with Colfax Creek Farm: Join us at Colfax for a fascinating farm tour and a wild herb walk. Botanist Abby Artemisia is an herbalist and foraging educator. She will be leading our walk through the fields […]

$12.00

Whisky Tasting and Distillery tour with Blue Ridge Distilling Co

Blue Ridge Distilling Co 228 Redbud Lane, Bostic, NC, United States

"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]

$17.00

Exploring the Orchard – Apple Farm Tour with TK Family Farms

TK Family Farm 1132 Airport Rd, Rutherfordton, United States

A high density apple orchard with over 3000 trees but only three "knuckleheads"... In collaboration with TK Family Farm: Get lost in the magic of an orchard dripping with apples and the sweet family that keeps everything growing! You'll meet Jon and Brittany Klimstra, the hardworking couple that founded TK Family Farms. They will take […]

$15.00

A Fall Paint Party on the Farm

Colfax Creek Farm 274 Harvey Logan Road, Bostic, United States

A farm working to balance the traditions & heritage while inspiring future generations of farmers... In collaboration with Colfax Creek Farm: Enjoy a Fall Paint Party at the farm... Celebrate the changing seasons with Colfax Creek Farm with a relaxing afternoon of painting your own festive Fall door hanger. All supplies are included and no […]

$45.00

Exploring the Orchard – Farmer’s Market and Apple Farm Tour with TK Family Farms

TK Family Farm 1132 Airport Rd, Rutherfordton, United States

A high density apple orchard with over 3000 trees but only three "knuckleheads"... In collaboration with TK Family Farm: Stroll the farmer's market and then get lost in the magic of an orchard dripping with apples and the sweet family that keeps everything growing! You'll get to walk through and shop various vendors at this […]

$15.00

Whisky Tasting and Distillery tour with Blue Ridge Distilling Co.

Blue Ridge Distilling Co 228 Redbud Lane, Bostic, NC, United States

"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]

$17.00

Kudzu into Cream – Goat Petting and Kudzu Grazing with Kudzu Flavored Ice Cream

Moss and Thistle Farm 4466 Cove Rd, Union Mills, NC, United States

A farm with sustainable efforts towards green burials and a heartfelt connection to nature... In collaboration with Moss and Thistle: This adorable and practical workshop is all about learning how a herd of goats can eliminate invasive kudzu with ease! On top of that, you'll get to spend time with those friendly little herbivores and […]

$30.00

Whisky Tasting and Distillery tour with Blue Ridge Distilling Co.

Blue Ridge Distilling Co 228 Redbud Lane, Bostic, NC, United States

"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]

$17.00

Brush the Holidays at Cherry Mountain Farm

Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store 3946 US 64 Hwy, Rutherfordton, United States

Enjoy a holiday craft making workshop in a beautiful farm setting... In collaboration with Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store: Paint a fun holiday scene with Barbara Jean! This holiday workshop will feature instructor Barbara Jean Murray, a local painter with many paint parties under her belt and a slew of fun painting experiences to […]

$45.00

Kudzu into Cream – Goat Petting and Kudzu Grazing with Kudzu Flavored Ice Cream

Moss and Thistle Farm 4466 Cove Rd, Union Mills, NC, United States

A farm with sustainable efforts towards green burials and a heartfelt connection to nature... In collaboration with Moss and Thistle: This adorable and practical workshop is all about learning how a herd of goats can eliminate invasive kudzu with ease! On top of that, you'll get to spend time with those friendly little herbivores and […]

$30.00

The DIY Charcuterie Board – Woodworking Workshop and Farm Tour

Verdigris Wood Shop 1077 Darlington Rd, Rutherfordton, United States

Feeling a once-unfamiliar craft take shape in your own hands is a truly magical experience… In collaboration with Verdigris Wood Shop: Learn how to mill and sand your own charcuterie board while visiting a local ginger farm in this delightful workshop. Participants will meet Laura Ponder and Stephen Burges. Aside from being two great people, […]

$25.00

Hike Around with Highland Cows

New Beginnings Historic Farm 5370 US 64 74A Hwy, Rutherfordton, NC, United States

Sunlight and green pastures are chicken soup for the soul... In collaboration with New Beginnings Historic Farm Enjoy the peacefulness that nature brings while hiking around the pastures and forest and where our highland cows reside. We will meet at front of the NB farm house before starting at the very top of our field. As […]

$39.00
Event Series Picnic and Paint Experiences

Picnic and Paint at Windridge Farm

Windridge Farm 882 Goodes Creek Church Rd, Mooresboro, NC, United States

Enjoy a craft making workshop in a beautiful farm setting... In collaboration with Windridge Farms: Paint a fun scene with Barbara Jean! This workshop will feature instructor Barbara Jean Murray, a local painter with many paint parties under her belt and a slew of fun painting experiences to offer. She has offered painting experiences for […]

$49.00

Whisky Tasting and Distillery tour with Blue Ridge Distilling Co.

Blue Ridge Distilling Co 228 Redbud Lane, Bostic, NC, United States

"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]

$17.00

Beginners Blacksmithing at Cherry Mountain Farm

Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store 3946 US 64 Hwy, Rutherfordton, United States

Try out a timeless craft and take home a timeless piece of your own... In collaboration with Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store: Led by Night Owl Iron Works, this experience features two different workshop options where you will learn basic forging techniques and leave with a product that can last for generations. Focusing on […]

$22.50 – $45.00