Happy 2026!
In case you missed it, the Friends of Buncombe County Special Collections need your support! Donate now to double your impact—plus, mark your calendar for upcoming events and exhibitions taking place now through April!
Happy New Year! We have some important updates to ring in 2026, including a new schedule plus a special message from the Friends of BCSC to double the impact of your donation.
A chill is in the air! That means cozying up with a good book, putting on some music, enjoying a few good frights, and spending time with family and friends. Join us for a rare book bash, music history, and book club!
In August and September, Buncombe County Special Collections presents local history events about food, community, and the memory of Helene as we approach the disaster's one-year mark.
Get ready for a vibrant few months at Buncombe County Special Collections! May through July local history events delve into our region's rich tapestry through storytelling, creativity, and science.
Announcing Come Hell or High Water, a community memory project in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene—plus other upcoming events through April 2025, including an art exhibition, book club meeting, and local historian lectures on Asheville women of WWI, and collector F.A. Sondley.
Updates from BCSC about upcoming events through the end of 2024. Plus, learn a little about what we'll be doing post-Helene to share and preserve our community's story.
Join BCSC for upcoming events taking place August & September 2024, including our book club, an author talk on George Masa, dancing lessons, and a series all about "moonshine and motorsports" in our area!