Record #:

23856

Author(s):

Miles, Suzannah Smith

Abstract:

The Buncombe Turnpike began as a blazed trail for farmers and drovers. Eventually, the turnpike helped open the mountains to tourists, and the historic road has a long contributed to the Western North Carolina economy.

Source:

WNC Magazine (NoCar F261 .W64), Vol. 5 Issue 9, November/December 2011, p30-33, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Buncombe Turnpike--History; Turnpikes--North Carolina, Western--History

Record #:

23857

Author(s):

Chase, Nan K.; Brown, Patrick Cavan

Abstract:

From George W. Vanderbilt's inaugural holiday party in 1895, the Biltmore Estate has a long history of elaborate Christmas productions. Readers get a behind-the-scenes glance at how the Biltmore Estate is prepared annually for the holiday season.

Source:

WNC Magazine (NoCar F261 .W64), Vol. 5 Issue 9, November/December 2011, p34-45, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Christmas decorations