About The Art Safari
The Weaverville Art Safari is one of the longest-running studio tours in Western North Carolina. And, was one of the first in the Asheville area! Twice-a-year, this juried studio tour takes place the last weekend of April and the first weekend of November. Widely recognized for the quality of the artistry work, our Art Safari also gives guests the unique opportunity to meander through this beautiful area. You’ll enjoy meeting our artists and seeing the spaces where they work and live. The Weaverville Art Safari is a favorite of both locals and visitors; drawing thousands of art lovers to our area each year!
The Weaverville Art Safari appreciates the diversity of human beings and does not discriminate based on race, age, religion, ability, marital status, sexual orientation, sex or gender identity.
Mission Statement
Founded in 2001, the Weaverville Art Safari is a self-supporting cooperative of artists operating within a defined geographical area centered in Weaverville, NC. The goals of the organization are to establish the greater Weaverville area as an arts and crafts destination wherein resident artists and local art businesses can thrive and to educate the public about the enrichment provided by quality arts and crafts. Assisted by contributions from sponsors and volunteers, Art Safari members work together to organize, plan, implement, and refine activities that serve to celebrate arts/crafts traditions and the features of the region. A sense of place and community inspire the artists’ work and activities, enabling the organization to remain committed to being inclusive and flexible, and members to be responsive to one another.
