Since 1992, the Toe River Arts Studio Tour has showcased the talent and studios of North Carolina’s Yancey and Mitchell County artists. These world-renowned, well-traveled, and skilled artists bring beauty to the world by sharing their craft. All of the artists featured have a fascinating story, interesting background, and their own “Journey of the Arts.” The Studio Tour is a showcase for local artists to feature their work, processes, and studio spaces. Along with the Studio Tour, participating artists will exhibit their work in the Spruce Pine Gallery.

2024 Fall Studio Tour

With the heaviest of hearts, we are announcing the cancellation of the November 2024 Studio Tour. We know the last month has been challenging in so many ways that words cannot begin to describe. We’ve seen many of our loved ones lose their homes, livelihoods, and the sense of security we found so fruitfully in our mountain home. After speaking with municipal leaders, our artists, and stakeholders in our community, we have decided the only option was to cancel the Tour. We hoped to find a market-based solution that could help generate revenue for those who most need it, however, we recognize that we are all managing trauma and grief at unprecedented levels.

We are planning a multi-county relief event that will encourage visitors to stay off the mountain until we’re ready for them, but raise funds for our artist and small business community. We are working to get our Disaster Recovery Funds into the hands of our devastated artist community as soon as possible. We will be in touch soon about our collaborative event.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate unchartered territory together.

Our sincerest gratitude,
Nealy, The Toe River Arts Board of Directors, and The Toe River Arts Staff

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