05/18/2026
Happy International Museum Day 🏛️✨
Hendersonville and the surrounding area are full of museums that are anything but boring—think interactive, local, and surprisingly fun.
Here are a few worth checking out:
🎨 Hands On! Children's Museum – Perfect for families, with hands-on exhibits right on Main Street
🕹️ Appalachian Pinball Museum – A mix of nostalgia, history, and interactive play
🖼️ Art Mob Studios & Marketplace – Local art, creative energy, and unique educational touches
💎 Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County – Gems, fossils, and a closer look at the region’s natural history
✈️ Western North Carolina Air Museum – Step into aviation history with vintage aircraft
Rainy day or just ready for a change of pace—this is a great way to experience a different side of WNC. Many museums celebrate with free or discounted admission, so check before you go!