Mars Hill College

Founded in 1856, Mars Hill College is the oldest institution of higher education in Western North Carolina. The school is a private, liberal arts coeducational college with a Baptist heritage. It has a 180-acre main campus in Mars Hill, with special facilities such as the Rural Life Museum, the Orchard Hill Folk Art Collection, the Weizenblatt Art Gallery, the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre, the Hester Retreat Center, the 1,800 seat Moore Auditorium and the Southern Appalachian Center. Mars Hill College is home of the national champion Bailey Mountain Cloggers.

Getting There & Details

Address
100 Athletic Street. Mars Hill, NC 28754
Phone
(877)262-3476
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.madisoncounty-nc.com
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More Things to Do

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Angel Ridge Farm

Sheep, goats and produce for sale in season. Spinning fleeces, knitting and spinning lessons. By…

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Cabins of Laurel Highlands

Cabin rentals, two log homes, one cottage and one gate house efficiency.

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A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Bovidae Farm Yarn Shop

Knitting and weaving yarns; knitting patterns and needles. Ashford spinning wheels. Corridale spinning fleece. Open…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Blue Mountain Golf & Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 14 days

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