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The Transylvania Heritage Museum, Silvermont House Museum, and the Allison-Deaver House are joining forces to remind everyone that the best gifts in life are the simple ones. Enjoy the festively decorated house as well as fun activities on the lawn. This year, make a memory and gift and experience!
'The Founding of Transylvania County During the Civil War Amid Conflicting Loyalties" Speakers: Keith Parker and Leslie Parker Borhaug
"Trains and the Transformation of Transylvania County" The history of the Asheville to Salisbury and Hendersonville to Brevard rail lines. Speaker- Ray Rapp
A fun family event with storytelling by Gary Greene andmarshmallow roasting by the campfire.
"History and Demonstration of the Apple Press"John Stroup-Speaker
"History of Mountain Music and the Instruments"Tom Anderson & Friends
"The Gillespie Rifles"Dennis Glazener, Speaker, a Gillespie descendant Dennis will discuss the differences between the Matthew rifle and the Philip rifle.
"The Reconstruction Era in Transylvania County and the McGaha Chapel's Role"Dr. G. Keith Parker, Speaker
The public is invited to a fun filled afternoon with tours of the house and barn, music by local bands, and roasting free marshmallows and $1 hot dogs by the campfire.
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