Hidden in Plain Sight - Green Salamander Art Trail
Get Ready to Discover What’s Hidden in Plain Sight!
The Chamber of Hickory Nut Gorge is proud to unveil an exciting new community-wide experience taking place from April 18 through August 15. Stay tuned for additional details!
Hidden in Plain Sight: The Green Salamander Art Trail*
As our community continues to recover and rebuild from Helene, the Chamber is doubling down on creativity, connection, and commerce — finding fresh, fun ways to support our local economy while celebrating the natural beauty that makes Hickory Nut Gorge so special.
This brand-new, family-friendly public art and discovery trail will connect Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, and Rumbling Bald through art, nature, and local business participation.
Art Meets Adventure
Local artists will design stunning green salamander art pieces — inspired by the rare salamander native to our region — and the Chamber will place them at participating businesses and community favorites, including the beautiful Lake Lure Flowering Bridge, local restaurants, shops, and attractions throughout the Gorge.
Visitors will grab a trail map, scan QR codes, and set off on a journey of discovery — learning about the green salamander while exploring the unique businesses and spaces that make our community thrive.
Think:
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Part art walk
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Part scavenger hunt
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Part small-business spotlight
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Stay Longer. Shop Local. Come Back Again.
To keep the excitement going, we’ll offer a monthly calendar of events highlighting special happenings at participating locations — giving visitors even more reasons to linger, explore, dine, shop, and return.
Why It Matters
Our goal is simple:
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Support and spotlight local businesses!
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Celebrate our extraordinary natural environment!
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This is another reason to fall in love with Hickory Nut Gorge!
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This isn’t just an art trail — it’s an economic boost, a community connector, and a celebration of who we are.
Get ready to explore!
Get ready to discover!
You never know what you might find hidden in plain sight!
*Funded in part by the Rutherford County TDA
