Events That Bring History to Life

From lectures and live music to living history and community gatherings—join us in celebrating Ashe County’s rich heritage.

Brooke Calhoun 10/21/25 Brooke Calhoun 10/21/25

Wayne Henderson (Museum of Ashe County History Annual Meeting) - October 21st

Brooke Calhoun 10/10/25 Brooke Calhoun 10/10/25

The Tory Oak: Colonel Benjamin Cleveland and the American Revolution with Lane H. Dyer

The Tory Oak is author Lane H. Dyer's detailed account of the American Revolution in Northwestern, North Carolina. Colonel Benjamin Cleveland, patriot leader, militia commander, and friend of frontiersman Daniel Boone, played an outsized role in the Revolution in North Carolina.

Brooke Calhoun 9/27/25 Brooke Calhoun 9/27/25

Whitetop Mountain Band - September 27th

Brooke Calhoun 9/12/25 Brooke Calhoun 9/12/25

Fire Up the Stills: A Brief History of Moonshining in Appalachia with Dr. Bruce Stewart

This lecture is a historical overview of alcohol manufacturing in Appalachia from the eighteenth century to the late twentieth century. It will highlight the reasons for distilling alcohol during the antebellum period and the rise of moonshining in the region after the passage of the Federal Liquor Tax in 1862.

Brooke Calhoun 9/11/25 Brooke Calhoun 9/11/25

Ashe County Rotary Club 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

On Thursday, Sept. 11th, the Ashe County Rotary Club will hold their annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on the grounds of the Museum of Ashe County History.

Brooke Calhoun 9/6/25 Brooke Calhoun 9/6/25

4th Annual Pistons for a Purpose Car Show

On Saturday, September 6th, the 4th Annual Pistons for a Purpose Car Show will take place along Main Street in downtown Jefferson, NC. This event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will feature vendors, live music, and food.

Brooke Calhoun 8/23/25 Brooke Calhoun 8/23/25

The Wagoner Family and Calvary Reflections - August 23rd

Brooke Calhoun 8/16/25 Brooke Calhoun 8/16/25

Blue Ridge Brutal Festival

On Saturday, Aug. 16th Blue Ridge Brutal organizers will be hosting Brutal Fest, a free community festival featuring food, music, and kids’ activities. This event will take place on Jefferson’s Main Street.