Stories by David Thompson

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David Thompson

David Thompson is the Digital Communications Manager at Explore Asheville, an avid runner, hiker and lover of all things Asheville. 

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Mejores Eventos de Primavera 2024 en Asheville

A medida que las temperaturas cálidas traen hermosas flores a las montañas Blue Ridge, el calendario de festivales y celebraciones de Asheville también florece. Disfrute de estos coloridos eventos que le ayudarán a dejar atrás el invierno y a sentir de nuevo la primavera. A continuación, un vistazo a los eventos primaverales en Asheville en 2024. Las

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History comes alive with the Black Cultural Heritage Trail

Asheville's Black Culture Heritage Trail was unveiled in December 2023, marking a significant milestone in the growing effort to amplify and preserve Affrilachian heritage. The trail includes 14 stops and 20 panels that reach across three historic Black neighborhoods and unearths intimate and fascinating stories of dignity, struggle and resilience. The

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The future of Asheville's cuisine is rooted in Appalachian past

Southern Appalachia is a place that prides itself on self-sufficiency and resiliency – an ability to create and sustain using what’s available. The cooking practices that evolved from this mindset – canning, pickling, foraging, preserving – are deeply rooted in our history, shaped by the rugged terrain, limited access to commercial goods and an ingrained culture

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A 2024 Runners Race Guide for Asheville, NC

Asheville is a runner’s paradise. From urban jogging downtown to the endless forest trails that encompass the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville has something to offer runners of any level. Even better, the city offers a plethora of exciting races to test yourself and local running groups that meet often to train and are always excited to add new members. So, before you lace up your

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Asheville's Cant-Miss Bucket List of 2024

As we turn the page to 2024, it's time to look ahead at all the exciting new experiences in Asheville! From highly anticipated restaurant openings, chic new boutique hotels, shops and bars, unforgettable festivals and immersive performing arts, the Asheville experience continues to redefine itself. Here are 20 new reasons why Asheville, North Carolina should be your

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5 Unique Performing Art Theaters in Asheville

From historic theaters to unconventional outdoor spaces, Asheville boasts a variety of venues that provide unforgettable experiences for those seeking to immerse themselves in the world of performing arts. Join us as we explore some of Asheville's most intriguing and distinctive venues, where imagination takes center stage and the magic of live performance unfolds in extraordinary settings.

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Spend a Memorable Summer Evening with the Montford Park Players

John Russell pauses for a moment, considering a question he works every day to answer as the Executive Director of the Montford Park Players. “Why is it important to support performing arts in Asheville?” It’s been nearly 20 years since Russell began heading North Carolina’s longest running Shakespeare theatre company, providing free annual entertainment to a growing city

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Asheville's 100 Cant-Miss Vegetarian Dishes from Non-Vegetarian Restaurants

Asheville is home to some of the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in the country, from fine dining at Plant to down home vegan soul food at Rosetta's Kitchen. But if you're the lone vegetarian in your travel party, never fear! There are literally  hundreds of incredible veggie offerings at local restaurants that also serve meat on their menus.   Don't believe

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