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• Nearby excursions – Only a short distance to bike trails in Cullowhee, performances at Western Carolina University, fly fishing in Webster, and close proximity to Cashiers’ stretch of the Nantahala National Forest, Dillsboro is a great home base for your mountain adventures.

Attractions

• The American Museum of the House Cat near Dillsboro is not to be missed for a memorable vacation stop. Its two rooms are packed with 5,000+ cat-related curiosities, including many rare and fascinating antiques. Located at 5063 Hwy 441 South, Sylva. • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad – Just a quick 20-minute drive outside of Dillsboro, you’ll find the train depot to the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Take the whole family on an adventure through the mountains! • Jackson County Green Energy Park in Dillsboro uses reclaimed methane gas from the old land ll to power glassblowers, blacksmiths, and more. Stop in to watch the artists work, purchase handmade pieces, or look into classes taught by local artists. • Dillsboro Art and Craft festivals – While the area has lots of annual events, these fun local craft festivals are held monthly in June, July, and August, featuring local artisans, live music, and food vendors. • Dogwood Crafters – This popular co-op shows off work from 100 artisans in the region. It also offers Appalachian craft workshops to teach visitors a new skill or two. • Appalachian Women’s Museum , located at the nearby Monteith Farmstead, preserves the stories of ordinary women leading extraordinary lives.

photos: @lady.of.the.mtn, @mgreer01, Paul Heckert, @wcu_soad

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