Free speaker series: Cherokees of the Carolina. Based on 30 years of research, naturalist, outdoor writer, and historian Dennis Chastain will present his findings of the history and culture of the Cherokee people. The Cherokee people have lived in this area for thousands of years and are the aboriginal inhabitants and keepers of a vast […]

Free event at the Polk County Museum, 60 Walker St., Columbus, NC. This month's Historical Association's program is asking for audience participation. The history lovers want you to bring in your favorite family heirloom, historic photo or interesting item from the past. "We did a similar program several years ago and it was extremely popular," […]

Free event at Saluda Historic Depot and Museum Speaker John Pezzano will discuss "Railroad Depot Agents in the 19th Century." Light refreshments will be available.