Take a walk into Thomas Wolfe’s “Altamont.” After Look Homeward, Angel was published in October 1929 many Asheville citizens were outraged to find themselves portrayed, often negatively, in the book. The tours include information about the real person and quotes from Wolfe’s work describing the fictional person. Meet your guide at the gate to the cemetery. Tickets $5.00/person (plus tax) in advance at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial.
Attention
Reed Gold Mine will be CLOSED Nov. 17- Dec. 17, 2025 for parking lot improvements. Please call 704-721-4653 for more info and monitor our social media/websites for updates.