Cherokee Welcome Center (Cherokee Bear Trail)

As you stroll along through downtown Cherokee you’ll probably encounter some of the painted black bear sculptures along the way. 

"Unto These Hills" Outdoor Drama Mountainside Theatre

More than six million visitors have been riveted by the saga of the Cherokee people in “Unto These Hills” at Cherokee’s Mountainside Theatre.

Cultural Resources Office Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

In the shadow of Cligman’s Dome stands the sacred site that myth, legend and present-day interpretations of history believe was the centerpiece of the original Cherokee settlement.  The

Cherokee Welcome Center (Mingo Falls)

A spectacular waterfall. Called Mingo Falls (or Big Bear Falls in the Cherokee language),  the 200-foot waterfall is in an area of Cherokee...

NC Rhododendron Festival

Third Weekend in June

Set to take advantage of the peak bloom of rhododendrons on Roan Mountain.

Old Alexander County Jail

A distinctive pyramid-style roof tops the historic two-story brick Alexander County jail in Taylorsville.

Grant's Museum of Indian Artifacts

History museum houses the second largest collection of Indian artifacts in western North Carolina. Arrowhead and gem exhibits along with Native American artwork and baskets are part of this eclectic collection. Hours: Open Daily.

Waldensian Festival

Second Saturday in August

Celebrating an historic event in Waldensian religion, the annual festival has music, crafts, exhibits, games, food, a car show and foot races.

Cherokee Heritage Museum and Gallery

The world’s largest collection of exquisite Cherokee arts and crafts at this living legacy of the Cherokee people and heritage.

Oconoluftee Indian Village

and Living History Museum Watch today’s Cherokee practice the ancient crafts of making hull canoes, pottery, masks, baskets and beadwork. Also see how they lived and practiced medicine in the mountains of eighteenth century North Carolina.

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