Carl Sandburg Home
1945The Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and Lincoln biographer spent his last 22 years at this mountain farm.
Everything Tryon is known for
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Tryon.
The Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and Lincoln biographer spent his last 22 years at this mountain farm.
Iconic 315-foot granite spire with panoramic views of the Hickory Nut Gorge and Lake Lure.
BMW's only U.S. manufacturing plant, producing over 1,500 vehicles per day, the largest BMW factory in the world.
18 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
This charming inn has a past far different from the relaxing getaway it is today. It was originally built to save lives. In 1906, this was the Thermal Belt Sanatorium, a place for treating tuberculosis patients. Doctors…
This unassuming building has played many roles in Saluda's history, from educating young women to hosting travelers. Ryder Hall was built in 1909 as a dormitory for the Saluda Seminary, a school for girls. The seminary…
Imagine a town sculpted by the railroad's arrival, that's Saluda! This Main Street Historic District tells the story of a mountain community transformed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The railroad's coming…
Imagine a simpler time as you approach Campbell's Covered Bridge, South Carolina's last remaining covered bridge. Built around 1909, this charming wooden structure replaced an earlier bridge at the same location. It was…
Prepare to be amazed by the oldest bridge in South Carolina, a silent stone sentinel standing since 1820! Named for Joel Roberts Poinsett, this impressive arch was part of the Old Buncombe Road, a vital route connecting…
The Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and Lincoln biographer spent his last 22 years at this mountain farm.
Pull over here for a moment; you're approaching the home of a true American voice. This is Connemara, where poet and writer Carl Sandburg spent the last years of his life. Though known as a Midwesterner, Sandburg sought…
Pull over here and you'll see a church with ties to some of the earliest wealthy families who vacationed in Flat Rock. It's St. John in the Wilderness. Charles Baring, brother of Lord Ashburton, and his wife settled in…
Pull over for a minute, because right here is a spot that helped shape generations of young men! This is Camp Arrowhead, established in 1919 by the Green River Manufacturing Company. Originally a recreational retreat…
This unassuming brick building tells a big story about Hendersonville's past. Grey Hosiery Mill, built in 1915, was a cornerstone of the town's early 20th-century industrial boom. The mill produced hosiery, a type of…
That gold dome isn't just for show; it marks the spot where Henderson County's justice has been dispensed for over a century. Back in 1903, the county needed a new courthouse. They initially approached a famous…
This unassuming building has seen Hendersonville history unfold for over a century! Built in 1919, the Aloah Hotel, also known as The Hendersonville Inn, Carson Hotel, and the Inn on Church, was designed with Classical…
The story of Hendersonville begins with the Buncombe Turnpike, a vital artery snaking through the mountains. Completed in the 1820s, it wasn’t just a road; it was a catalyst. Before that, the area was largely rural,…
Imagine Hendersonville without this charming neighborhood! The West Side Historic District shows how the town blossomed in the early to mid-1900s. This area grew as Hendersonville became a popular destination. From the…
Iconic 315-foot granite spire with panoramic views of the Hickory Nut Gorge and Lake Lure.
Imagine the water wheel turning at Gilreath's Mill, a vital part of the community for generations. This spot wasn't just about grinding corn; it was a hub for rural life. While its exact origins are a bit hazy, records…
Ever wondered what life was like in a booming Southern mill town? This preserved village tells the tale! Woodside Cotton Mill Village, founded in 1902 by John T. Woodside, became home to the largest cotton mill under…
BMW's only U.S. manufacturing plant, producing over 1,500 vehicles per day, the largest BMW factory in the world.