Interactive Map of Arts and Culture Assets in Buncombe County Impacted by Hurricane Helene
This interactive map offers a snapshot of arts and cultural assets across Buncombe County as of February 2025. Created by ArtsAVL, the map includes arts businesses and cultural sites managed by the City or County. It is updated quarterly to track changes and recovery progress.
Color Coding for Impact from Hurricane Helene:
Red – Permanently closed or destroyed
Orange – Temporarily closed with plans to reopen, or operating online only
Yellow – Partially open or operating with limited capacity
As of February 2025, 573 arts businesses and cultural assets in Buncombe County have been significantly impacted by Hurricane Helene. This tool helps visualize both the damage and the resilience of our creative community, while guiding ongoing recovery efforts.
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