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  Farewell to a Landmark: The Old Banner Elk Hospital Comes Down Banner Elk, NC A piece of Banner Elk history is coming to an end. This week, the old Banner Elk Hospital—once a cornerstone of healthcare in our mountain community—is being torn down. Located just off Shawneehaw Avenue, the building has stood as a silent witness to decades of change in the High Country. Its weathered facade and crumbling brick have long reminded locals of a different era—one filled with house calls, hometown doctors, and a tight-knit approach to rural medicine. Built in the early 20th century, the hospital served generations of Avery County residents. For many families, it’s where babies were born, broken bones were set, and loved ones were cared for. Long after its closure, the building remained a symbol of Banner Elk’s past—stirring memories for those who walked its halls or watched their children take their first breaths within its walls. While its demolition may come with a sense of loss, it ...

For a complete list of 4th of July Events, Click Here:   https://travelncmountains.blogspot.com/2025/06/4th-of-july-in-high-country.html 🎆 High Country Events: June 30 – July 7, 2025 Celebrate Art, Music, Mountain Culture & Independence Week in the NC High Country! Whether you're browsing local art, enjoying mountaintop concerts, or catching fireworks under the stars, there’s something for everyone in the High Country this week. Here’s a full guide to the events. 🧪  Kitchen Chemistry – Summer Fun (Youth Event) Date:  Monday, June 30, 2025 Time:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Where:  Mitchell County Center (via Avery County Extension) What:  Science-themed cooking and chemistry experiments for kids. Source:   avery.ces.ncsu.edu 🎨 Artists in Residence Date: June 30 – July 7, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (daily) Where: Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock What: Watch local artists at work and shop original artwork in a historic cottage setting. Source: hi...

🎆 Fourth of July in the High Country 2025 The North Carolina High Country is bursting with patriotic spirit, live music, fireworks, parades, and family fun from July 1st through July 6th! Here’s your complete guide. 📍 Mount Victory – Newland Celebrate America Day 📅 Thursday, July 3 | 🕔 5–10 PM 📍 507 Mill Timber Creek Rd, Newland 🎶 Live Music | 🍔 BBQ & Hotdogs 🎉 Bouncy Houses, SnoBalls, Train Rides 🙏 Prayer for America | 🎆 Fireworks 📍 Minneapolis 50th Anniversary Independence Parade 📅 Thursday, July 3 🕕 Erica McKinney Band @ 6 PM 🎆 Fireworks @ 9:30 PM 📅 Saturday, July 5 🕐 Parade @ 1 PM (Line-up at noon) 🎶 Music by The Collective (2 PM) & Tommy Carver (4 PM) 📍 Old Minneapolis School Rd, Newland 📍 Crossnore Crossnore’s 4th of July Celebration 📅 Friday, July 4 🛍 Craft Fair @ 11 AM 🎈 Parade & Festivities @ 4 PM 🎉 Bounce Houses | 🏆 Frog Jumping Contest 🎯 Cornhole | 🍔 Food from Crossnore Fire Dept 🎶 Boone and Church @ 7 PM | 🎆 Fireworks at 9 PM 📍 Spea...

🎶 High Country Events: June 23–29, 2025 Summer is in full swing in the NC mountains, and there’s no shortage of events to enjoy this week. From farmers markets bursting with local produce to outdoor concerts and unique festivals, here’s your guide to what’s happening from June 23 to June 29 in the High Country: Music Events Jones House Summer Concerts (“Jones House Jams”) Date: Friday, June 27, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM (concert), 7:30 PM (jam session) Where: The Jones House Cultural Center, Downtown Boone What: Free live concert on the lawn followed by a community jam session with Old-Time musicians. Bring a chair and soak in the sounds of summer. Source: Jones House Concert Series Banner Elk Music in the Park Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM Where: Tate Evans Park, Banner Elk What: Weekly free outdoor concert with food, beer, and wine vendors on-site. Bring blankets and chairs for a relaxed summer evening. Source: High Country Host Events West Jefferson Backstreet Concert Seri...