Address:
208 Rodoret Street
Valdese, NC 28690
Phone: (828)874-2531
Our Email: director@visitvaldese.com
Our Website:www.visitvaldese.com
Come visit us in Valdese, North Carolina
Told through music, dance and drama. In its 40th season, "From This Day Forward" is the story of the Waldensians, a religious sect from Italy that migrated to North Carolina in 1893 to establish a colony at Valdese. Fred Cranford, playwright. Performances Friday - Sunday,
Historic Museum that is a central repository for the many distinctively Waldensian artifacts relating to the founding and origin of the Town of Valdese.Open Sunday 3 - 5 P.M. April - October.
Valdese, NC Museums
Constructed from stones the Waldenses pulled from the fields, the Old Rock School hosts concerts and dramas as well as other events in the 473 seat auditorium. Home to the Art Gallery of changing exhibits. Mon-Fri 9-5.Also home to the Piedmont Western Railroad club
Valdese, NC Arts
Small authentic Waldensian winery uses methods of the Waldensian immigrants from Italy who settled Valdese in 1893. Tours, tastings and sales available. No charge for tours and tastings.Open year round; Friday, Saturday, & Sunday from 1-6; other days by appointment only.Wine list:
Valdese, NC Other Attractions This walk through history depicts the religious persecution and incredible faith of the Waldensians of northern Italy. Fourteen building replicas and monuments. Located next to Old Colony Players Amphitheater. Gift shop, snack bar and visitor center. Buses Welcome.
Valdese, NC Trails
Museum of the Amercian cowboy, the great outdoors and Carolina Mountain Heritage. Recently established the Transylvania Count...
Comprehensive exhibit of heritage crafts includes wood carvings, quilts, coverlets, pottery, great collection of Seagrove and...
Living history recreated by docents in traditional costume, working with traditional tools, engaged in hearth baking, candle-...
Display of artifacts reflecting life on the farm and in textile mills in late 18th and eary 19th century Rutherford County. I...
Museum on the Mars Hill College Campus showing the history and culture of the Southern Appalachian Region and Madison County....