Civil War Markers

Avery County, North Carolina- The High Country is celebrating its heritage . At the historic Cranberry High School in Cranberry, North Carolina, is in honor of the Cranberry Iron Ore Mines which were mined, taken off the mountain and melted down into artillery for the armies. Take a stroll through historic Cranberry High School that is slowly being restored by the Cranberry Corp. Stop by and visit the Newland Museum open from 10 am to 2 pm. There is a Civil War exhibit, jail, and many other interesting exhibits. At the Charles A. Cannon Hospital in Linville, North Carolina learn about the Blalock family and their role in the Civil War. Mrs. Blalock wanted to be by her husband’s side during the Civil War, so she masqueraded as her husband’s brother…what a love story! The Banner House Museum in Banner Elk, North Carolina, this site marks the Banner Family, where the town gets its name. The Banner House is open from 10-4.

For more information about the Banner House Heritage Day please visit The Banner House Museum website at: www.bannerhousemuseum.org or call: 828-898-3634. For more information about the Civil War Markers or Avery County please call the Avery County Chamber of Commerce at 828-898-5605. Need lodging, a great place to stay and play?

These markers have been funded in part by a grant by the North Carolina Division of Travel and Tourism Division and additional sponoership generously contributed by the Avery County Economic Development Commission which funded the Cranberry Iron Mines and the Blalock markers. The Banner Elk Tourism Development Association made possible the Banner Family Civil War Trail Marker.