Making moves: BMCM+AC opens new space with Jacob Lawrence exhibition
- Volume 25
- / Issue 9
Cover Design Credit:
Scott Southwick
Cover Photography Credit:
The Jacob Lawrence exhibition examines the work of one of the most widely regarded modern artists of the 20th century and celebrates BMCM+AC’s new home. On the cover: “Steel Workers” by Jacob Lawrence, 1946, gouache on paper. ©2018 The Jacob and Gwendolyn Lawrence Foundation, Seattle; and Artist Rights Society, New York/private collection
arts
BMCM+AC opens its new location with a Jacob Lawrence exhibition
The exhibition, which opens on Friday, Sept. 28, not only examines the work of one of the most widely-regarded modern artists of the 20th century, but celebrates the relocation of…Queer Girls Literary Reading celebrates 10 years
Co-organizers Lori Horvitz and Lockie Hunter reflect on the groundbreaking series' history.Smart Bets: North Carolina Ceramic Arts Festival
Over 40 ceramic artists from across the state and the East coast will be at Pack Square Park on Sept. 22.Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit play Memorial Stadium
A frequent visitor to Asheville since his days with Drive-By Truckers, the guitarist always looks forward to meeting up with old friends here. “Asheville is like the brunch capital of…Smart Bets: K-Wave
The dual celebrations of Korean culture will be held Sept. 22 at the TC Roberson High School gymnasium.Smart Bets: Grits & Soul
The former Asheville residents play White Horse on Sept. 21.Smart Bets: Special Needs
Madelyn Sergel's play makes its North Carolina debut Sept. 21 at The Magnetic Theatre.Theater review: ‘Hamlet’ by Montford Park Players
The minimalist set design, rendered in primary colors of black, white and red, gives ample room for hooded ghosts to dart in and out of a white forest of leafless…
food
Versatile dent corn stars in fall dishes
As its name implies, dent corn has a small dent in each kernel and is mostly used in its dried form as a grain.Beer Scout: Local Oktoberfest beers pay homage to German tradition
Brevard Brewing's Kyle Williams and Hi-Wire's Luke Holgate discuss their acclaimed märzens.Small bites: Harvest Festival 2018
The inaugural Harvest Festival kicks off at the Burton Street Community Peace Gardens. Also: White Labs Asheville hosts its latest fermented pairing class; Twin Leaf and Whisk AVL team up;…
living
DuPont State Recreational Forest holds deep history
The DuPont Forest Festival, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 22, has been a long time in the making. The chemical conglomerate DuPont’s initial 1956 purchase of land for a silicon manufacturing…Bullington Gardens highlights dahlia collection with tours, wine event
Dahlias take center stage with events at the Hendersonville botanical garden.
movies
Screen scene: Local film news
The Grail is the local host for the third Art House Theater Day, the Fine Arts screens a Miles Davis documentary with the musician's friend and collaborator Quincy Troupe in…
news
Asheville Archives: ‘The truth often is brutal’
Unto These Hills debuted July 1, 1950, at the newly constructed Mountainside Theatre in Cherokee. Anticipation for the production was apparent throughout the spring and summer leading up to opening…Buncombe government responds to corruption investigations with changes
Xpress takes a look at some of the steps elected officials and top staff have taken to guard against future corruption and what policies the Board of Commissioners plans to…Symposium integrates native and traditional wisdom with Western approaches
The ninth annual Rooted in the Mountains Symposium will integrate many different disciplines as well as native and Western approaches in its exploration of women's health and heart health Thursday,…Historian Christopher Arris Oakley discusses his latest book on the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
On Tuesday, Sept. 25, historian and author Christopher Arris Oakley will discuss his latest book, New South Indians: Tribal Economics and the Eastern Band of Cherokee in the Twentieth Century…Biz briefs: Crowdfunding, business milestones and the Asheville Metro Economy Outlook
Three businesses — a float spa, a distillery and cocktail salon, and an immersive art experience — will seek the support of non-accredited investors (that is, regular people), who can…News in brief: Get hip to van life, attend election forums
Enjoy a glimpse of life on the open road at the Asheville Van Life Rally Friday, Sept. 21-Sunday, Sept. 23, or take in one of the many campaign forums showcasing…Council appoints advisory panel for manager search
In a process not open to the public, Council has selected a committee of “key community leaders” to help review candidates for the most powerful unelected official in city government.…Buncombe needs a manager who can change its culture, staff say
County department heads pointed to an organizational culture of cliques and anxiety at a meeting with Buncombe County commissioners on Sept. 4.Asheville City Council expands affordable housing incentives
The Land Use Incentive Grant point maximum will increase from 140 to 200, with every 10 points worth a rebate of one year of city property taxes above a property’s…
opinion
Letter: City Council needs missionary zeal
"What we need most from the mayor and Council is visionary, courageous, and determined commitment to the 'mission' of making Asheville a real Climate City."Net housing increase
ASHEVILLE, N.C.Letter: The sterile decline of Reynolds Village
"I was hoping the village would become a vibrant community of businesses, restaurants and shopping. That has not happened."Lynching’s legacy: Coming to terms with a shameful past
"Suddenly, we will have two monuments to consider: the steel lynching monument and Vance’s."Letter: Kudos to county for withholding incentives
"If the county is paying these corporations, then the county is their employer and has the duty to hold them accountable when they don’t benefit the taxpayers."Letter: Working for peace in Asheville and WNC
"So come observe International Day of Peace Friday, Sept. 21, 11:30 a.m. at the Elder and Sage Community Gardens on Page Avenue in downtown Asheville."
