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Description
Join the Asheville Museum of History (AMoH) on Tuesday, May 26th, from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the historic Smith-McDowell House, home to AMoH, for a special History Hour program: Biltmore & Asheville: How One House Impacted the Character of a Community, with Lauren Henry. Light refreshments will be available.
About the History Hour Program:
George Vanderbilt decided to build his home in Western North Carolina during a time when Asheville was growing rapidly and developing its identity as a city. Among the many people brought here to be a part of Biltmore’s construction and operations were individuals who left visible marks on our community outside of the estate. From downtown Asheville to Pisgah Forest, these landscapers, architects, employees, and craftsmen would help shape the historic character of Asheville we know and love today. Biltmore curator Lauren Henry will explore the legacy of individuals including Richard Sharp Smith, Rafael Guastavino, Chauncey Beadle, Dr. Carl Schenck, and more.
About the Speaker:
Lauren Henry is the Curator of Interpretation at Biltmore, where she leads efforts to connect guests to the estate’s rich history. She earned a B.A. in Anthropology and International Studies from Illinois Wesleyan University and a M.A. in Museum Studies from Johns Hopkins University. Prior to Biltmore, she worked with the historic collections of the United States Navy, the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, and various local history museums in her home state of Illinois.
Tickets:
$10 General Admission / FREE for AMoH members. We also have no-cost, community-funded tickets available. We want our events to be accessible to as many people as possible. If you are able, please consider making a donation along with your ticket purchase. These donations are placed in our Community Fund, which allows us to offer tickets at no cost to those who could not attend otherwise. Tickets are limited for in-person lectures, so don't miss your opportunity to secure a spot!
* In-Person Tickets are limited *
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For questions about this event:
Email education@ashevillehistory.org or call the Asheville Museum of History (AMoH) at 828-253-9231.
Date & Time
Tue, May 26, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Venue Details
Asheville Museum of History
283 Victoria RoadAsheville, North Carolina 28801
