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The History of Asheville

Before European settlement, Asheville was part of the Cherokee Nation. Bearing the name Untokiasdiyi, meaning “Where they race,” the Cherokee people used the area as a gathering place.

Settlement didn’t occur until after the Revolutionary War, in 1784, when Colonel Samuel Davidson and his family arrived, claiming land through a soldier’s grant. The settlement, initially named “Morristown,” was later renamed Asheville in honor of North Carolina Governor Samuel Ashe.

Asheville became an important outpost in the Blue Ridge Mountains, attracting famous travelers like Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett. The city flourished during the railway boom into the 1920s but faced a significant setback during the stock market crash of 1929. However, thanks to a committed urban renewal plan and efforts to maintain the city’s charm, Asheville transformed into the vibrant culture hub it is today.

Camp Cedar Cliff

Campfire Lodgings

Lake Powhatan Recreation Area & Campground

Blue Ridge Parkway

Bent Creek River Park

Haw Creek Valley Overlook

Azalea Park

Craggy Gardens Visitor Center

Tanbark Ridge Overlook

Asheville Treetops Adventure Park

The History of Asheville

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