by Artist William Mangum

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Frontispiece: Spring Meadow

by Artist William Mangum

Table of Contents

Mountain Escapes 4

Scenic Byways 26

Weekend Getaways 50

Historic Places 82

Local Harvest 104

Coastal Treasures 124

Throughout my travels I am frequently asked where I am

from and I proudly proclaim that I am from the Tar Heel

State – North Carolina. I relish these opportunities to

share why it is the most splendid and colorful state in our

great country.

North Carolina is a state truly blessed with a diverse

topography and four distinct seasons. It is a place where

in just a handful of hours you can experience the best of

both worlds. You can begin your morning by walking

along its glorious shoreline watching the sunrise and

by dinner time watch the sunset over the Blue Ridge

Mountains. They are both within easy reach, making

North Carolina an unparalleled joy for the senses.

The four distinct seasons provide dramatic changes to

every section of the state. It is a never-ending adventure

watching the astonishing transformations that take place

as one season moves into another. I anticipate and try

to capture in my work the breathtaking impact of the

seasons on the landscape.

For more than thirty years it has been my privilege to

paint my home state and proudly share it among friends

and collectors from around the world. With this volume,

I wish to encourage you to explore all that our state has to

offer; to celebrate its beauty and splendor while protecting

its natural and historic wonders. I hope that you will enjoy

my findings and agree that North Carolina is Beautiful!

Introduction

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Discover the beauty and romance of North Carolina’s high country through the beguiling nature of its ever-changing seasons.

Below the Foothills

Summer Cascade

WaterfallsWaterfalls – even the name sounds romantic. They’re

unrivaled in their magic, offering a multi-sensory

experience for thousands of visitors statewide. There is

an audible sound churning water creates – a white noise

announcing the falls’ existence before the cascading water

is even visible. The allure of falling water culminates in a

stunning visual filled with a subtle play of color and light.

And still there is more – the quiet pools below the falls

form a striking visual counterpoint to the drama of the

crashing water. Together, they create the cool moist shade

that becomes a perfect haven for a rich variety of lush ferns

and mosses. Waterfalls – power and tranquility forming an

ancient harmony that calls mankind to them. Oftentimes

we must hike steep slopes or travel long distances to find

them, but our efforts are always rewarded.

I love to visit waterfalls and to paint them. I have many

favorites and capturing them in watercolors is always a

challenge, but one I truly enjoy. With over 200 astounding

waterfalls in North Carolina we’re blessed by their beauty

and I can always count on them for inspiration.

Free Falling

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Butterfly Mountain

ButterfliesMonarch butterflies dance among the wildflowers in one

of the glorious meadows nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Their

graceful flutter from one blossom to another would lead you to believe

that they are fragile creatures. In truth, they are much stronger than

they appear. Their extraordinary wing construction makes it possible

for them to undertake an incredible journey. In late summer, millions

of Monarch butterflies begin a 2,500-mile migration to California and

Mexico. Their travel to milder climates for the winter is evidence of

their amazing resilience. The Monarchs provide a poetic show – with

a cast of up to 100 million – visiting North Carolina. Every year I

delight in observing their elegant movements and brilliant color. They

remind me of nature’s fragile beauty and indomitable will. Monarchs

provide the perfect complement to any floral painting.

CTNC’s mission is to protect our state’s land and water through statewide conservation and cooperative work with land trusts, to preserve our natural resources as a legacy for future generations.

CTNC works with landowners, local land trusts and government agencies to save the places you love in North Carolina. We represent, assist and promote our state’s local land trusts so they can protect more land, and we help willing landowners conserve their property along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

For more information, visit www.ctnc.org.

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Blue Ridge

Some of the most inspiring adventures and road trips are found traveling every twist and turn along

North Carolina’s Scenic Byways.

Linn Cove Viaduct The viaduct is arguably the most recognizable and

photographed section of the Parkway. It was also the

last section to be completed. This structure required

engineering genius to navigate around a natural wonder

in an environmentally-sound way. The viaduct remained

incomplete for 20 years while experts determined the

best way to avoid compromising Grandfather Mountain

in the completion of the project. The collaboration

between engineers and environmentalists concluded with

this man-made marvel. This engineering feat, traversing

Grandfather Mountain at Parkway milepost 304.4, opened

in 1987. It is a brilliant experience to drive on the viaduct.

This seven- mile-long Parkway icon provides fall-away

views that will make your pulse race. Glorious changes to

the views present themselves with every season.

Going

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Majestic Byway

Time to Pause

Blue Ridge ParkwayThe Blue Ridge Parkway threads its way through the mountains – providing

a retrospective glimpse of times past. Natural split-rail fences, log structures,

stonework and craggy overlooks were sympathetically considered in its

creation. Thanks

to the deliberations

of Depression-

era engineers and

workmen, the path

with the lightest

possible impact

was chosen. The

Parkway’s expanse

linked exquisite

parklands in the

Great Smoky

Mountains of

North Carolina and Tennessee with the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Its 469

miles are considered America’s most popular and extensive scenic drive. More

than 850 million visitors have visited the Parkway, which borders parks, forests

and wilderness, in its 75 years.

There are so many things to capture, that I’ve developed a practiced eye when

it comes to what I’m seeking for in each painting. It is easy to get swept away

with the surprises that wait around each twist and turn.

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is the primary fundraiser and trusted steward of the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Foundation is forever committed to preserving the past, enhancing the present, and safeguarding the future of America’s Favorite Journey®.

We are proud to serve and support this extraordinary environment that connects the spirit of countless people through a twisting ribbon of mountain road. We are a strong defender of the Parkway, funding needed projects that enhance and protect the natural, cultural, historic, and recreational qualities that make the Blue Ridge Parkway an American treasure.

For more information, visit www.brpfoundation.org.

Nature’s Magic

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Gentle Bend

North Carolina is blessed with destinations and events that are easily within reach for that long-awaited Weekend Getaway.

The North Carolina Arboretum

Everywhere you look there is color, texture and inspiration. Visitors to

The North Carolina Arboretum experience the best of artfully planned

plantings and nature’s own paintbrush. Incredible gardens, richly

designed, are filled with ideas you can take home and employ in your

own backyard. If that weren’t enough, enrichment workshops are held

throughout the year to educate and provide insight into plants, garden

design and care.

Ten miles of trails, perfect for hiking and biking, showcase Mother

Nature’s own palette and provide a natural classroom for demonstrations

and discovery. The Arboretum also showcases an incredible collection

of more than 100 bonsai trees. This ancient

horticulture tradition involves cultivating

trees, shrubs and vines by keeping

them in a miniaturized state

and training them into artistic

shapes. Activities, exhibits and

educational opportunities

abound, making the

Arboretum a true

treasure.

Celebrating 25 years, The North Carolina Arboretum promotes the stewardship and enjoyment of the wealth of plant life within the botanically diverse Southern Appalachians. World-renowned gardens, hiking and biking trails, innovative educational programs, emerging botanical research, and featured exhibitions cultivate connections between people and plants.

For more information, visit www.ncarboretum.org.

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Autumn Light

StreamsNorth Carolina’s streams are essential to its beauty. Stream restoration

projects thoughtfully protect our water supply and the habitat. Yet

we are protecting something vital to our spirits when we preserve our

natural world.

The streams of our

imagination are clear,

meandering, and unspoiled.

It was in places such as

this that I trained my

eye to really and truly

see. And it was places

like this where I was the

most free and creative. I

saw what was, and I also

saw what was possible. I

became fond of painting

the most beautiful version

of what I experienced.

The simple appeal of a low-flowing stream is the focus, the place

where rich imagination and play happened in our childhoods.

Crawdads, turtles and bullfrogs were chased, caught and released. I

recall wading through streams like this as a barefoot boy, determined

to catch a minnow, and watching the silvery creatures elude my reach.

Our mission is to foster environmental stewardship through environmental education and outreach that perpetuates the natural beauty of North Carolina.

This mission is manifested by providing funds to empower teachers K-12, in public or private schools, to conduct environmental projects. In addition, grants are awarded to undergraduate- and graduate-level students to conduct original research in the environmental studies area. Each year we partner to provide over 10,000 azaleas to community non-profits across North Carolina.

For more information, visit www.ncbeautiful.org.

Season’s Change

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Fourth Ward

Relive the significance and rich ancestry we have preserved in some of North Carolina’s

most well-known Historic Places.

Fourth WardCharlotte’s glorious Fourth Ward, where historic homes blend seamlessly with

the new, owes its revitalization to wise civic leadership. Today, the 30-block

historic district showcases proud Victorian homes with quaint widow’s walks

and turrets, as well as well-integrated newer construction, all presenting their

best face to those who stroll past.

In the 1800s, the Fourth Ward neighborhood was developed near the center

of Charlotte’s commerce. A century later it was in sad decline. By the 1970s,

it was a shadow of its former self: once-grand Fourth Ward residences were

either demolished or now boarding houses and offices. These Victorian

painted

ladies needed

a serious

makeover.

They got

one in 1974,

when the

Junior League

partnered

with what was

then North

Carolina

National Bank to drive a successful restoration. In 1976, the Fourth Ward

became a Historic District. As you can see, Charlotte’s painted ladies came

out of near ruin to show their lovely faces again!

Preservation North CarolinaThe mission of Preservation North Carolina is to protect and promote buildings, landscapes and sites important to the diverse heritage of North Carolina.

Founded in 1939, Preservation North Carolina is North Carolina’s only private nonprofit statewide historic preservation organization. Through its nationally acclaimed Endangered Properties Program, Preservation NC acquires endangered historic properties and then finds purchasers willing and able to rehabilitate them with protective covenants. It has saved more than 600 properties which now have a variety of new uses, have added millions of dollars to local tax rolls, and helped create numerous jobs.

For more information, visit www.presnc.org.

Springtime Serenade

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Homespun

Biltmore House

Biltmore EstateWilliam A. V. Cecil, Jr., a scion of the Vanderbilt family, presides over the largest private home in the United

States, known as Biltmore. As George Washington Vanderbilt’s great-grandson, Cecil oversees the mansion’s

250 rooms. Biltmore Estate survives as an important National Historic Landmark, with elegance and scope

emblematic of the Gilded Age. Biltmore is the state’s grandest landmark, attracting hundreds of thousands of

visitors each year to its gardens, vineyards and new inn.

The fact that Bill Cecil, a direct

descendant, still oversees this

landmark is amazing to me.

What a wonderful job he has

done in making this home a point

of destination. The continual

restoration and evolution of

opportunities provided on the

grounds makes this a place you

can visit time and again with each

experience being unique. They have

inspiring seasonal highlights – from

the Festival of Flowers to summer

concerts and the ever-popular

Christmas at Biltmore.

Vanderbilt’s original plan of a self-sustaining property has certainly been achieved. Whether it is a visit to

the winery or a stay at the Biltmore Inn this grand property and majestic home provides visitors an escape

from the ordinary.

Majestic Reflections

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Childress Vineyard

From wineries to Christmas trees the history and growth of North Carolina is tied to the bounty of our Local Harvest.

Raffaldini Vineyards

Yadkin ValleyCultivated wines came to North Carolina early in our

history. By the 1900s, we produced more wines than

anywhere else in the nation. But, with the onset of

Prohibition in 1919, this industry came to an abrupt

halt. The return to winemaking has taken a while,

but North Carolina is now home to more than 90

wineries and the industry is growing.

The heart of winemaking in our state is the Yadkin

Valley. The scenic beauty of the rolling foothills

provides the perfect backdrop for the formal lines of

the cultivated grapevines. The vast Yadkin Valley has

proven to support not only native breeds of grapes,

but also many European varietals that have been

adapted to the area’s climate and soil. The area was

North Carolina’s first federally-approved American

Viticultural Area (AVA) in 2003.

Vineyard Row

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Christmas TreesOne of our favorite holiday traditions was

to go out after Thanksgiving to choose and

cut our Christmas tree, and I documented

these family treks with photographs. I sent

them afterwards to family members as a

record of shared times. The experience was

as valuable as the tree.

In North Carolina, we have our pick of

fabulous places to go. Like many people,

we’re partial to the Frasier fir, a lush,

beautifully conformed tree I’ve painted

hundreds of times.

By the 1950s, North Carolina had become

the second most prolific producer of

our nation’s Christmas trees. Only the

Pacific Northwest grows more than North

Carolina, which has 25,000 acres of

planted Christmas trees.

Special Moments

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New Dawn

From quaint fishing villages to North Carolina’s diverse lighthouses there is rich history and charm

in our Coastal Treasures.

Reflection of Hatteras

Summer Pleasures

Intracoastal Waterway Adirondack chairs are angled for a perfect

sunset view of a double-master navigating this

peaceful aspect of the Intracoastal Waterway.

Marsh grasses whisper hypnotically in

syncopation with the tide. Sitting in this state

is simply mesmerizing, as you can watch the

tide rolling in moment by moment.

Not being a seafaring sort, the Intracoastal

Waterway is just my cup of tea. Its gentle

meandering around the coast sets ups magical

settings and backdrops. The inspiration for

Summer Pleasures came from vacationing at

Wrightsville Beach at a residential community

called Landfall. Within the hour, the sun cast

golden reflections lighting up the maze of

marshland. The breeze subsided and a calm

serenity ushered its way in – just as a sailboat

gently cut still waters, heading into harbor.

Nothing is quite as carefree as wrapping up

the day with boats passing by, with your

favorite libation in hand.

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Old Baldy

Since 1982, the North Carolina Coastal Federation has worked to protect the coastal creeks, rivers, sounds and beaches of North Carolina. It is the preeminent coastal conservation nonprofit group in the state. Our programs include protection and restoration of coastal habitats and water quality, better environmental standards and enforcement, and science-based environmental education.

For more information, visit www.nccoast.org.

Bald Head IslandA 20-minute ride on a passenger ferry transports you to a world

away from everyday life. North Carolina’s southern-most barrier

island provides a visit to a coastal haven. With 10,000 acres

of nature preserves the island is the perfect place for a family

vacation, a getaway with close friends or a solitary retreat.

Transportation on the island is also unique as

it is limited to golf carts, bikes or other non-

motorized forms of conveyance. The result

is pristine sandy beaches and natural

beauty everywhere you turn. It has also

allowed Bald Head Island to remain the

principal loggerhead sea turtle rookery. The

nesting season runs June through August,

with the hatchlings emerging approximately

sixty days from nesting.

The island is home to Bald Head Lighthouse or better known

as Old Baldy. It was built in 1817 and is the oldest standing

lighthouse in North Carolina.

While nature may be the star of the island, all

the comforts of home are right at hand.

Golf, shopping and fine dining round

out the diversions designed to provide

the visitor with the opportunity to

experience an authentic beach vacation.

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Education Preservation Conservation

Keys to a Colorful North CarolinaWithin the pages of this book you have seen

my affection for our diverse and glorious state

of North Carolina. It’s a gift to us, rich with

multicolored seasons and topography as diverse as

any on the globe. It is a place that I proudly call

home and one that I take tremendous pride in

protecting and preserving for future generations.

There is a wonderful quote by Patricia Cornwell

that says: “Do no harm and leave the world a

better place than you found it.” I’m not alone in

that effort and, as a part of celebrating our state’s

rich legacy, I have aligned this book with a number

of agencies that share that same goal. I’m proud to

introduce them to you and encourage you to reach

out to them if there is an aspect of their mission

that resonates with you as they work to preserve

North Carolina’s beauty.

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, with the National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior, is the primary fundraiser and trusted steward of the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Foundation is forever committed to preserving the past, enhancing the present, and safeguarding the future of America’s Favorite Journey®.

For more information, visit www.brpfoundation.org.

CTNC works with landowners, local land trusts and government agencies to save the places you love in North Carolina. We represent, assist and promote our state’s local land trusts so they can protect more land, and we help willing landowners conserve their property along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

For more information, visit www.ctnc.org.

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Since 1982, NCCF has worked to protect the coastal creeks, rivers, sounds and beaches of NC. It is the preeminent coastal conservation nonprofit group in the state. Programs include protection and restoration of coastal habitats and water quality, better environmental standards and enforcement, and science-based environmental education.

For more information, visit www.nccoast.org.

North Carolina Beautiful works to provide funds to empower teachers K-12, in public or private schools, to conduct environmental projects. In addition, grants are awarded to undergraduate- and graduate-level students to conduct original research in the environmental studies area. Each year we partner to provide over 10,000 azaleas to community non-profits across North Carolina.

For more information, visit www.ncbeautiful.org.

Celebrating 25 years, The North Carolina Arboretum promotes the stewardship and enjoyment of the wealth of plant life within the botanically diverse Southern Appalachians. World-renowned gardens, hiking and biking trails, innovative educational programs, emerging botanical research, and featured exhibitions cultivate connections between people and plants.

For more information, visit www.ncarboretum.org.

Founded in 1939, Preservation North Carolina is the only private nonprofit statewide historic preservation organization. Through its nationally-acclaimed Endangered Properties Program, Preservation NC acquires endangered historic properties and then finds purchasers willing and able to rehabilitate them. It has saved more than 600 properties, added millions of dollars to local tax rolls, and helped create numerous jobs.

For more information, visit www.presnc.org.

Preservation North Carolina

Thank YouI’ve often said that I live in an artist’s paradise and it is undoubtedly true. I stand in awe of North Carolina’s

beauty from the mountains to coast. Even a walk in the neighborhood yields countless ideas for paintings. Daily I

thank the good Lord for the gift of living in a state that has so richly blessed me as an artist.

Sharing my love of North Carolina with others is simply a joy. It is with great humility that I give thanks to

my collectors and fans. Without your support and enthusiasm my talent as an artist would certainly not have

prevailed. I am truly honored to have experienced your encouragement for the 30 years I have pursued this most

rewarding livelihood.

To my staff – Carla, Clyde, Jo and Maggie – I am grateful for your

assistance in allowing me to chase another dream. Cindy and Joy, you

both, as always, are great bookends to hold me in place and to keep me

from wandering off the shelf. Kudos to Mike and Westokes Agency for

another beautifully-designed volume. Credit goes to Brian with Rooster

Communications and my friend Mark File for their broad vision in

helping to direct this multifaceted project with extraordinary assistance

in its development and marketing. A very special thanks goes out to my

wife Cynthia and my family for their understanding of the long hours a

project like this requires.

I am grateful to the six agencies that have aligned themselves with me in this

venture. It is my hope to not only share the state’s beauty but also to educate

about the needs of preservation and conservation. In these agencies I find

a kindred spirit as they work to protect our beloved state. I look forward to

partnering with them as we celebrate the diversity and heritage of North Carolina.

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William Mangum – North Carolina’s ArtistWe are constantly encouraged to “find what we love and make it a career.” That’s exactly what Bill has done. Bill is a prolific

artist, gallery owner, publisher, author and keynote speaker. He has traveled the world gathering inspiration for more than

3000 of his breathtaking original works of art. The resulting creations have garnered him countless fans across the globe and

allowed him to forge relationships with dozens of Fortune 500 companies. From a simple 59-cent tray of watercolors he has

grown a company that comes alongside major corporations and resorts helping them celebrate their brand through art.

Along the way he has utilized a multitude of talents, vision and relationships to craft

a career in one of the most challenging of occupations – being an artist. Though

much of his career has involved international painting, his love of North Carolina

and the works created celebrating its beauty are the hallmark of his career.

Never forgetting the blessings of his unique talent, Bill has championed many

philanthropic causes during his professional career. One of the dearest to his heart

is being an advocate for the homeless. Since 1988 Bill has created an annual Honor

Card to raise awareness and funds for shelters across North Carolina. Bill’s artistic

efforts were recognized on the NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams, “Making a

Difference” segment. To date, Bill’s Honor Card has raised more than $3.5 million

to meet the needs of the less fortunate across the state.

Cynthia Adams – WriterCynthia Adams is an award-winning writer who has taught at universities in the United States and the Netherlands.

Cynthia is a native North Carolinian whose nonfiction credits include The Mysterious Case of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle,

The Extraordinary Ordinary and Centennial: Graduate Education at the University of Georgia 1910-2010. She has worked on

two other books published by William Mangum, including Village of Pinehurst and Carolina Preserves. Cynthia writes for

newspapers, magazines, and Green Spot Blue World, an online magazine, and is currently completing a novel.

EXPLORE the Old North State with artist William Mangum in North Carolina Beautiful as he takes you on a journey across the state with the stroke of his brush in six colorful sections. CELEBRATE the beauty and splendor that is North Carolina and help PROTECT our natural wonders by joining Mangum in his support of these fine organizations.

Mountain Escapes Scenic Byways Weekend Getaways

Historic Places Local Harvest Coastal Treasures

NC BeautifulNorth Carolina Coastal Federation

Preservation North Carolina

“William Mangum is an artist that captures the beauty, feeling and magic of North Carolina in each of his breathtaking paintings. Bernie Mann – Publisher Our State Magazine

Blue Ridge Parkway FoundationConservation Trust for North Carolina

The North Carolina Arboretum