Record #:

30609

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

Although Charlotte, North Carolina is known for the convention business and Asheville known for its tourism, Asheville now ranks first in the convention business in 1955. With over 32,000 visitors to 85 conventions in 1955, Asheville boasts to be the "Convention City of the South."

Source:

We the People of North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 13 Issue 11, April 1956, p30

Subject(s):

Asheville--Description and travel; Convention facilities--Asheville