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Greeneville, Tennessee: A Story on Every Building (and lots of Nature Nearby)

In this northeastern Tennessee mountain town, two centuries of history are artfully told, with stories you can see and hear.

Going Green in the Blue Ridge: Initiatives Across 7 States

From a century-old school to generational farms, from environmental sustainability to clean energy efforts, the mountains are going strong.

Brevard, NC: Waterfalls, White Squirrels and Welcome Home

Brevard, North Carolina, is a quirky blend of the arts and outdoors, home to the famed Brevard Music Center as well as 250 waterfalls and 1,000 miles of trails in surrounding Transylvania County. The resulting energy resonates on every street corner

History on the Road: The Coal Heritage Trail

The West Virginia Coal Heritage Trail winds for nearly 200 miles, from Ansted south to Bluefield.

14 Great Themed Mountain Drive Trails

Pick a passion—history, scenic beauty, music, wineries, agri-visits, gardens and more—and the mountain region has a driving trail for a concentrated dose. Plan your year’s travels here!

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Greeneville’s “story on every building” includes this Depot Street mural of the first train to arrive in town (yes, it was actually green) and the names of some of the 17 hotels built for travelers and workers.

Greeneville, Tennessee: A Story on Every Building (and lots of Nature Nearby)

In this northeastern Tennessee mountain town, two centuries of history are artfully told, with stories you can see and hear.
The Friends group for West Virginia’s Blackwater Canyon is dedicated to keeping the 10,000-acre “crown jewel” natural and diverse.

Going Green in the Blue Ridge: Initiatives Across 7 States

From a century-old school to generational farms, from environmental sustainability to clean energy efforts, the mountains are going strong.
The imposing 1881 Transylvania County Courthouse sits in the center of downtown Brevard—and yes, that’s a white squirrel decoration on the lightpost.

Brevard, NC: Waterfalls, White Squirrels and Welcome Home

Brevard, North Carolina, is a quirky blend of the arts and outdoors, home to the famed Brevard Music Center as well as 250 waterfalls and 1,000 miles of trails in surrounding Transylvania County. The resulting energy resonates on every street corner
West Virginia’s Coal Heritage Trail is built around unique towns, old rail lines and coal mines along with many other cultural and historical discoveries.

History on the Road: The Coal Heritage Trail

The West Virginia Coal Heritage Trail winds for nearly 200 miles, from Ansted south to Bluefield.
Cumberland Gap is part of the Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Heritage Highway.

14 Great Themed Mountain Drive Trails

Pick a passion—history, scenic beauty, music, wineries, agri-visits, gardens and more—and the mountain region has a driving trail for a concentrated dose. Plan your year’s travels here!
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Smith Mountain Lake Virginia is a hidden gem within the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beautiful area features boating, sailing, hiking, shopping, fishing, and much more.
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Sarah Smiles: The Lake Effect

Growing up, many of my weekends were spent at my late step-grandmother’s house on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia.

June 26, 2026

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