Picturing the Past Local History Blog

Gifford Pinchot’s professional accomplishments Gifford Pinchot was a pioneering federal conservationist and governor of Pennsylvania who authored over 30 books on the science of forestry, conservation, and organizational dynamics. Born

The Brevard Music Center (BMC) has been an iconic part of Transylvania County for over eight decades. The internationally renowned performing arts educational center has grown from its original roots

Baseball: America’s favorite pastime. For Brevard baseball is synonymous with Gil Coan. Gilbert (Gil) Fitzgerald Coan was born May 18, 1922 in Monroe, North Carolina. The second of four children

This year America celebrates 250 years since its founding, and communities across the nation are taking time to reflect on history from that era. Transylvania County is proud to highlight

This year America celebrates 250 years since its founding, and communities across the nation are taking time to reflect on history from that era. Transylvania County is proud to highlight

This year America celebrates 250 years since its founding, and communities across the nation are taking time to reflect on history from that era. Transylvania County is proud to highlight

Note: This article published May 13, 2026. The building at 212 South Gaston Street housing the Transylvania County Library turns twenty on May 13, 2026. This celebratory moment is an

This year America celebrates 250 years since its founding, and communities across the nation are taking time to reflect on history from that era. Transylvania County is proud to highlight

This year America celebrates 250 years since its founding, and communities across the nation are taking time to reflect on history from that era. Transylvania County is proud to highlight

This year America celebrates 250 years since its founding, and communities across the nation are taking time to reflect on history from that era. Transylvania County is proud to highlight

This year America celebrates 250 years since its founding, and communities across the nation are taking time to reflect on history from that era. Transylvania County is proud to highlight

This year America celebrates 250 years since its founding, and communities across the nation are taking time to reflect on history from that era. Transylvania County is proud to highlight

This final installment on the Orphan Strip & The Walton War will address the immediate causes, military engagements, and the near-decade of contention that followed the Walton War. Though the

In Part II of this Picturing the Past series, the focus will primarily be on the extenuating circumstances which inevitably led to the Walton War. Historically countless wars have been

A war is a legacy event; when a war was held within the confines of a modest-sized county, it seems the type of event that would be ingrained in the heritage of the town.

The Brevard Connection to Trapper John, M.D. By Helaine Kranz In 1968, Dr. Dick Hornberger wrote a book using the pen name Richard Hooker. He based the book on his

Bakeries have adapted alongside changing food purchasing options and preferences. Despite the nostalgia associated with bakeries gone-by, they’ve stayed relevant and significant in the hearts and minds of the community.

Bakeries continue to delight our hearts and bellies through sharing food for comfort, celebration, and community. Although home bakers abound and many retailers and coffee shops have baked goods, for