Location: Downtown Asheville
Top Things to do in Downtown Asheville
Top 9 Museums in Downtown Asheville, North Carolina (NC)
If you’re into eating locally and supporting sustainable agriculture, go to Asheville—and eat, eat, eat. This town of less than 100,000 people has 17 farmers’ markets, and the local restaurant scene is all about taking advantage of the seasonal produce sold there. And don’t miss the area’s microbreweries.
Restaurants in Asheville
1. Blue Spiral 1
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Founded in 1990, Blue Spiral 1 presents work by exceptional artists in an awe-inspiring space. The light-filled 15,000 square-foot gallery spans three floors connected by an open stairway. Blue Spiral 1 presents over twenty annual exhibitions of sculpture, paintings, studio craft, and photography. They are either discipline based or developed around themes. The gallery's upper level features a diverse collection of works by nearly 100 regularly represented artists. The gallery also has had the privilege of representing the estate of Will Henry Stevens (1881-1949) for thirty years. A pioneer in modernism in the American South, Stevens, "should be on everyone's list of the top 10-15 underrated artists in America in the first part of the 20th Century." -David Houston, Director of Curatorial, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art (previous)
Reviewed By BouvierSterling
We searched this out after reading some of the TripAdvisor reviews, and were not disappointed. This is a large gallery, showcasing an excellent variety of art mediums and styles, much of it craft-based. Spend 2 hours here, even if you don't have a chance to purchase now. You will be inspired. If one is serious about possible purchase(s) without a specific medium or artist in mind, 3-4 hrs will be needed.
2. Downtown Asheville Art District
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4.5 based on 515 reviews
This listing is for Asheville's downtown art galleries. A group of art galleries and museums within a walk-able area centered around Pack Square located at the intersection of Biltmore Avenue and Patton Avenue. Not to be confused with the river arts district, an area some distance from downtown with artists studios.
Reviewed By WildWildeWorld - Mogadore, United States
Definitely stop at the Blue Spiral and Woolworth! Overall lot of cool shops and plenty for any type of art lover.
3. The Health Adventure
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4.0 based on 27 reviews
4. Asheville Art Museum
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3.5 based on 95 reviews
The Asheville Art Museum annually presents an exciting, inviting and active schedule of exhibitions and public programs based on its Collection of 20th and 21st century American art. Any visit will also include experiences with works of significance to Western North Carolina’s cultural heritage including Studio Craft, Black Mountain College, and Cherokee artists. Special exhibitions feature renowned regional and national artists and explore issues of enduring interest. The Museum also offers a wide array of innovative and inspiring educational programs for people of all ages.
5. blue goldsmiths
Susan west has been integrating modern design and timeless luxury for over two decades. Specializing in custom engagement rings and rings with colored precious stones, each piece is completely one-of-a-kind and crafted in susan's historic biltmore village studio nestled in the beautiful mountains of western north carolina.
6. Vadim Bora Studio-Gallery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
7. Pack Place Education Arts & Science Center
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4.0 based on 4 reviews
8. Biltmore Gallery Downtown
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
9. Sky People Gallery
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