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pend your vacation in a relaxing small community with breathtaking views of majestic mountains and the sparkling pristine waters of Lake Chatuge. The resort town of Hayesville has Old World Charm to keep you coming back year round.

The heart of Hayesville is the little square in downtown that is full of shops, restaurants, museum, exhibits, art galleries, and more! Friendly folks always greet you and numerous activities are year round including farmers market, Friday night Concerts, Weekend Festivals with live entertainment.

Hayesville was accepted into the NC Department of Commerce Small Town Main Street program in 2013 and has been hard at work with renovation of the historic buildings. The Main Street America program is a National Trust for Historic Preservation and is an all- volunteer organization with other non-profit community groups. The most recognized to preserve was the old red brick courthouse that was built in 1888 and features a three-story square tower that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, it is used as a special event venue as the Beal Center.

Recently Clay County was added to the Blue Ridge National Heritage Craft Trails for their work in hand-made crafts, workshops, studios, and galleries. Clay County, NC is participating in the North American Quilt Trail Project and has a series

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of painted quilt block squares installed at various locations along a route. This is an ongoing project with the first barn quilt block at the Historic Hayesville, called Triple Sunflower.

The planned quilt block walking trail is part of the Small Town Main Street/HHI Pedestrian Connectivity plan for downtown Hayesville. A map features the blocks with other art and historical points of interest and businesses in downtown Hayesville.

Other historic sites include Spikebuck Mound, which is located to the north of town on the Hiwassee River located behind the Veterans Recreational Park off Anderson Street. Atop the mound sat the Quanassee townhouse, a large public building that served as town hall and council house. At the base of the mound, there was a public plaza for ceremonies. Small homesteads surrounded the plaza as visitors can walk a mile & a half path showing where Indians resided.

The old Clay County jail was constructed in 1912 and is presently the Clay County Historical and Arts Museum. The museum is dedicated to the memory of Dr. John Killian, a beloved turn of the century doctor in Clay County. Changing exhibitsdisplay early history of Cherokee & Clay County.

There are many townships including Brasstown, Warne, Fires Creek, Shooting Creek, Elf, and Tusquittee. The Nantahala National Forest, covers over 14,000 acres of the county, as www.mtnvacationguide.com | Spring 2019

well as the Hiwassee River, which is known for trout fishing.

It is popular for many outdoor enthusiast including hikers and photography buffs.

Tourists also enjoy visiting the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, founded in 1925. For more than eighty years classes are based on the original crafts of the Southern Appalachian culture including basket weaving, sculpture, gardening, quilting, woodturning, weaving, plus many other arts. The Keith House – built in 1929 is the hub of the Folk School, it features students artwork, holds concerts & dances throughout the year.

Fires Creek recreational area has beautiful waterfalls and is perfect for horseback riding. Many hiking trails that run through the Nantahala National Forest just outside the town limits. One of the longest is the Rim Trail that starts near Leatherwood Falls and takes in the Big Peachtree and Weatherman Balds. Other popular hiking and recreational areas include Jack Rabbit Mountain, Chunky Gal Mountain, Yellow Mountain, the Pinnacle, and Standing Indian Mountain.

About 3,700 acres of the 7000 acre waters of Lake Chatuge are located in Clay County and include 128 miles of shoreline.

This pristine lake is ideal for swimming, boating, camping and fishing. Jackrabbit Campground, part of the Natahala National Forest is located on the shores of Lake Chatuge and Spring 2019 | www.mtnvacationguide.com

offers campsites, hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and swimming on the beach. Other outdoor recreational activities include golfing with two 18 hole courses, overnight RV camping and nearby hiking on the Appalachian Trail.

In October, as the spectacular fall scenery displays it’s vivid colors, Clay County is home to the Punkin’ Chunkin Festival.

This annual competition features a variety of pumpkins that are catapulted into the sky by various machines like Air Cannon’s, Trebuchet, and Torsion to see who can get the pumpkin to the furthest distance. This highly entertaining event also includes airplane rides, zip line, rock wall climbing, mechanical bull riding, live music, a variety of home cooked foods, arts and crafts.

Visitors are welcome to stay in any of the lodging facilities or rentals that are just minutes away from shopping in quaint antique stores and specialty stores. Eat in one of the many restaurants from fine dining to old-fashioned country cooking.

Just 2 hours from Atlanta, Asheville and Chattanooga, make it convenient for visitors to stay… because wherever you’re from… Clay County will make you feel “right at home”!

Visit - ncmtnchamber.com or historichayesvilleinc.com for more information.

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Spring calendar of Events ANDREWS April 12 George Ausman Live Music

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Frank Lee & Allie Burbrink John C. Campbell – Community Rm.

Andrews Brewing Company

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Brasstown Community Center

Tom Edwards Andrews Brewing Company

April 26-27 Spring Fling & Earth Day Celebration Downtown Andrews

Every Friday Game Night Hoppy Trout

Every Wednesday Trivia Night Hoppy Trout

Concert Series - The Wilsons

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Brasstown Ringers

John C. Campbell – Community Rm.

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Contra Dance Abigail Hobart w/Good & Plenty

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Dulcimer Celebration Concert

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Mountain Music Ambassadors John C. Campbell – Community Rm.

April 19 Rosin Sisters John C. Campbell – Community Rm.

The Moon & You

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Concert Series -Lone Mtn Band Brasstown Community Center

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Contra Dance John Combs w/Riverdale

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April 25 Jr. Appalachain Music Student Concert

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Smoky Mtn Center for Performing Arts

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Airing of the Quilts

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Sierra Hull Concert Historic Cowee School

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Candid Camera Live

Smoky Mtn Center for Performing Arts

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Smoky Mtn Center for Performing Arts

John C. Campbell Folk School

Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives

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Annual Ramp Festival

Maypole Parade & Dance

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Murphy Spring Festival Downtown Murphy

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Peacock Performing Arts Center

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NOC Spring Day Nantahala Outdoor Center

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Somebody’s Child Music Event Nantahala Outdoor Center

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Smoky Mountain Relay Nantahala Outdoor Center

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Easter Egg Hunt Stecoah Valley Center

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Murphy Brother’s Restaurant 1466 Andrews Rd

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Fish Pond Cabins Fish Pond Lane

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Rocking M Retreat Murphy, NC

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Clay County Recreation Center 333 Ball Park Dr 828-389-0368

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Downtown Pizza Co 52 Hiawassee Street

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The Parson’s Pub 19 Tennessee Street

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Lodging Sundowner RV Village 828-389-3241 42 Sundowner Circle This 13 acre, quaint RV/Park Model Village is nestled under a grove of majestic oaks catering to the adult camper (55+) as a haven for peace, quiet and tranquility.

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Hayesville Morning Song Gallery 828-389-2880 74 Sanderson Street Morning Song Gallery with its exceptional collection of fine arts & crafts representing the heart & soul of over 70 artists for near and far.

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Not So Buried Treasure 828-389-6536 2011 US Hwy 64w We sell Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Home Décor and lots more.

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Decker Flea Market 75 Blairsville Hwy

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Large flea-market, open Sat & Sun. year round. Antiques, produce, funnel cakes, silk flowers, socks, wood mantles, & natural and Cultured stone.

Murphy Bear Creek Adventures Mini Golf 7289 US Hwy. 64 West 828-516-1581 Fun for all ages! 18 Challenging Holes of Mini Golf in a beautiful mountain setting just west of Murphy. Stop in for Mayfield Ice Cream, Milkshakes, Snacks, & Gifts. PLUS Gem Mining!

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Diamond Center 560 West HWY 64

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The area’s only full service jewelry store, locally owned and operated with locations in Murphy, NC and Blue Ridge, Ga. The Diamond Center family has been servicing the Tri-State area for over 40 years!

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Highlander Gallery 10079 Old Hwy. 64

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Cherokee Co Chamber of Commerce 805 West US 64 828-837-2242 Welcome to Murphy, Andrews and Brasstown, North Carolina. Visit our Welcome Center, conveniently located on the four-lane. cherokeecountychamber.com

Gem mining, gold panning, mini golf, skeet & pistol range, wagon rides, paintball gallery, cabins, wedding & event venue, pet friendly.

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