Cashiers Historical Society
Founded in 1996, The Cashiers Historical Society has grown to become one of the most successful preservation, civic, & interpretive organizations in Western North Carolina. Our membership (over 600 strong) enjoys both their proud community heritage and a variety of activities. We invite you to join us.
Zachary-Tolbert House Museum
Surviving over 150 years without electricity, indoor plumbing, or central heat, The Zachary-Tolbert House is a unique example of 19th century Greek Revival Architecture. Exhibiting the world’s largest collection of plain-style furniture crafted by one person in one location, it is a regional treasure that transports visitors into the historic and colorful past of Cashiers Valley.
Cashiers Valley
The first white settlers came to Cashiers Valley in the early 1800s seeking land to homestead. Later, the natural beauty, and temperate climate lured Southern gentry, who visited the summer mountains and hunted, fished, and boarded with the local families. By the 1920s, Cashiers Valley was becoming one of the most prestigious and sought-after destinations in the Blue Ridge.
Our Community
The activities of the Cashiers Historical Society remind folks to stop, look, & listen. Our sense of community is strengthened and our heritage is kept alive through educational activities such as Founders Day, Academic Symposiums, Preservation Awards, Interpretive Exhibits, Archeological Digs, Traditional Music Performances, History Rambles, and many other events throughout the year.
COMING IN 2010
- Heritage Apple Day
- Expanded House Museum Tours
- Book Signings
- Traditional Southern Cooking Symposium
- The Village Heritage Award
- Front Porch Family Fun Events
- Community History Rambles
- Music on the Grounds
- The Cashiers Designer Showhouse
- Heritage Workshop Series
- Founders Day
With the Zachary-Tolbert House Museum as its inspiration and supported by a membership of over 600, the Cashiers Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation and protection of the historical and cultural character of the community. This mission is accomplished through education, membership programs, public events, and various site development projects. Examples include House Tours, Academic Symposiums, History Rambles, Musical Performances, Founders’ Day Celebrations, and our annual Cashiers Designer Showhouse. In addition, every year the Society presents a Village Heritage Award to an individual or business that has preserved a historic site vital to the village character of Cashiers. In 2009, the emphasis is on outdoor activities. Four acres of interpretive nature trails have been developed in cooperation with the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust. The grass has never been greener and picnic tables have been erected in shady coves. Visitors find lush, native flora as diverse as the heritage of the Cashiers Valley growing along the rolling terrain. In addition, various summer socials on the Zachary Meadow will bring folks throughout the community closer to both nature and one another.