Record #:

6239

Author(s):

Cline, Ned

Abstract:

This special NORTH CAROLINA magazine community supplement discusses Watauga and Avery counties. Tourism is the financial backbone of both, with Watauga generating $150 million annually and Avery, $73 million. Agriculture still thrives in the counties, with the primary crop being Christmas trees. Cline discusses the work of Hugh Morton and the Robbins brothers in developing the area.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 61 Issue 12, Dec 2003, p23-25, 28-31, 34-38, il

Subject(s):

Avery County--Description and travel; Watauga County--Economic conditions; Watauga County--Description and travel; Avery County--Economic conditions

Record #:

28371

Author(s):

Jackson, Dorothea

Abstract:

The history and livelihoods of North Carolinians who live in the Appalachian Mountains is discussed. The economic struggles of those who live in the area are described. The history of the craft movement, Vanderbilt’s construction of the Biltmore Estate, the types of crops grown, and tourism in the area are all detailed. Floyd Wilson of Yancey County and Red Alderman of Avery County share how they make a living in the mountains crafting jewelry and farming primrose.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 10 Issue 35, August-September 1992, p6-7 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Appalachian Region, Southern--History--Sources; Appalachian Mountains--Description and travel; Highlands--Description and travel; Yancey County--Economic conditions; Avery County--Economic conditions; Biltmore Estate (Asheville)--History; Artists--Cary