September 9–11, 2022. The theme was wildflowers of Ashe County, and the pieces add a vibrant touch to the area. West Jefferson, North Carolina may be your ultimate destination. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on September 15, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Christmas in July (or as some people call it, Half Christmas) has become such a cultural staple each year that you may not have even thought about who first dreamed up such a cheery, potentially cheesy, midsummer celebration. It is full of art galleries and studios that show the work of local and regional artists. See his functional pieces displayed and made in real-time. North Carolina 4th of July Festival, Southport.
This is the ShadowGrass Band performing at the Christmas in July Festival in West Jefferson North Carolina. Moses Cone was a textile entrepreneur, conservationist and philanthropist in the Guided Age. Unfortunately, a contract for the original scope of construction had already been awarded; the project's start date was only weeks away, and the Town and NCDOT had few options available to them. On file for subscribers).
Summer and holiday Gallery Crawls offer visitors the chance to stroll downtown and visit the many galleries participating in the Crawl with an open house type event. West Jefferson's Ashe County Cheese is a must-see, and it may be the most famous in the entire state. What will you be up to when you visit? In her 10+ years of experience, she's covered everything from cozy Southern cottages to fresh farmhouses to sprawling mountain retreats. Click Here for Code Definitions.
During the summer months, West Jefferson hosts a variety of festivals, concerts, gallery crawls, weekly farmers markets, and other special events. July Festival or visit to learn more about the music. Downtown, you can get your fingers sticky from guava pastries at the Havana Café; load up on jars of mountain honey from The Honey Hole; or swig an amber ale while gnawing on chicken wings at Boondocks Brewing. The festival typically takes place over the course of a weekend in early July. Carolina BalloonFest, Statesville. We can't say we're surprised though. In support of the Downtown West Jefferson merchants, the festival craft vendor tents will. 2013, September 30). Jefferson Avenue is a 60-foot wide, two-lane undivided road that frames West Jefferson's cultural and historic downtown core. The plant was established in 1930 and visitors can watch the cheese making process from their viewing area and visit their cheese and gift shop.
Photography by Keith Hall Photography Elkin NC. Case Study Authors: Josh Penn, UNC-HSRC. Ashe County's Cheese Factory, wineries and bakeries tempt discriminating foodies, while local bars serve up live music including toe-tapping bluegrass. This 1747 battle reenactment, when the town was attacked by Spanish pirates, features sea battles, sword fights, pirate pleasures and mermaids that will shiver your timbers. It employs about 270 people at a 200, 000-square-foot plant. Mayberry Days, Mount Airy. Explore North Carolina's agriculture, agribusiness, arts, crafts and culture at this annual fair featuring amusement rides, live performances and culinary delights. West Jefferson, North Carolina. We look forward to hearing from you soon. 221 brings the masses to the mountains.
West Jefferson with a new look and footprint for the festival! Lineup, food vendors, fun and festivities planned. Perhaps enjoy a picnic and go on a hike. Thank you for visiting Sturgill Tree Farm. For more information, visit: With a 5, 000-foot runaway, it's one of the most accessible airports in our mountain region.
Be sure to admire Birds at Work, the building's gorgeous mural! The WJ Park located behind the festival will be home to Civil War Re-enactors and you can watch battles and meet the group. Additionally, high traffic speeds through the Town's central business district created hazardous conditions for pedestrians, making walking in the downtown a difficult and dangerous proposition. Besides shops, galleries, murals, and painted milk tanks (#selfietime) Downtown West Jefferson offers great food at local restaurants and breweries and mountain music! Our annual Holiday Parade. Sourwood Festival, Black Mountain. Instead of horses, mules take the spotlight. The estate also contains a family cemetery and a carriage and apple barn. There will be an all new food court with plenty of. Outdated and ineffective street elements, including poor lighting, faded or unmarked crosswalks, and unsightly overhead utility lines, were damaging the area's 'curb appeal' and stifling potential commercial investment. Furniture, agriculture, and textile industries sustained West Jefferson, as well as a dairy processing plant which stands today as home to Ashe County Cheese, the only major commercial cheese production facility in the state.
Walk past the 23-foot-long steel Holstein cattle standing sentry in front of the factory and step into the store across the street, which is chock-full of the choicest cheese: Hoop cheese, cheese bricks, cheese spreads, cheese curds, sharp cheddar, mild cheddar, pepper jack – all crafted in West Jefferson. Click HERE to log in or HERE for subscription info. The highway is undergoing a 16-mile, $154 million widening project that should make getting in and out of this small town a little easier and safer. "There are not many places where you actually get to see something made, especially something you eat. Besides a unique photo opportunity at the iconic painted Dairy Cow Milk Tanks at Ashe County Cheese, find craft shops offering traditional handmade pottery, barn quilts, and musical instruments.
Holidays & Occasions Christmas The Real Story Behind Christmas In July Started In North Carolina Pack your bags, we're headed back in time–and to camp. Heritage with arts, crafts, and local entertainers representative of the region. Mount Jefferson, which was established as a state park in 1956, is a popular destination for visitors of all ages because of its numerous hiking trails, overlooks, picnic areas, and year-round interactive workshops with Park rangers. The Beaufort Pirate Invasion, Beaufort. Durham Blues & Brews Festival, Durham.
Each year, the Christmas in July Festival is a unique experience that regularly draws more than 20, 000 visitors.
Every year, pirates invade Beaufort, once home to the infamous Blackbeard. Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas, Charlotte. According to the Courier-Journal, a Washington, D. C. church started a summer donation drive in 1942 to gather holiday gifts to send to missions around the world in time for Christmas. It has since become a venue for art exhibitions, concerts, fundraisers and events. Ashe County Farmers Market (Every Saturday).
Instead of junior and senior campers, we have Elves, Pixies, and Dryads. " Call it tax dollars at work, ensuring many more Decembers of Ashe County evergreens strapped to roof racks, bound for living rooms near and far. Any interested parties can join our committee and/or attend our meetings. If fall is your favorite season, we invite you to join us for our local fall festivals, corn mazes, and pumpkin picking in the midst of awe-inspiring autumnal scenery. It has received 0 reviews with an average rating of stars. Contact Information: Dean Ledbetter, PE. There will be an all new food court with plenty of food options including food trucks and some of the festival's popular and anticipated food vendors. Within months, the Town laid out construction plans with funding from the Appalachian District Health Department.