The Bascom is working towards creating a more integrated and user-friendly experience for our visitors. Please read the following information to familiarize yourself with the process.
How does it work?
Whenever you register for a class or workshop online, you'll be prompted to create a user account during the registration process. The information you provide there can then be used to log in here.
- Register for a Workshop
- Create your username and password during the registration process
- Check your email (Don't see it in your inbox? Check your junk/spam folder and mark it as not junk/spam)
- Click on the activation link in the email and... Voila! You're good to go!
Spring and Summer Exhibition Reception
Join us for our spring and summer exhibition reception celebrating:
- Rain Crow, by resident artist, Margaret Holland Adams
- Looking Back: A Retrospective of The Bascom's Artists-in-Residence Program
- Inspiring and Empowering: A Journey Through The Bascom's Exhibition Legacy
Game of Shrooms (Scavenger Hunt)
The next Game of Shrooms happens on June 14th, 2025. On that day, artists from all over the world hide their original mushroom-themed art works in public places then they give hints (often on social media) for others to find AND KEEP!
Trunk Show with Olga King
Join us at The Bascom for an exclusive trunk show with luxury jewelry designer Olga King, whose work blends timeless sophistication with refined craftsmanship. On Saturday, June 14, from 11 AM to 4 PM, visitors will have the rare opportunity to meet the artist and shop her latest collection of handcrafted jewelry.
Community Day 2025
The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts will host its annual Community Day on Saturday, July 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This free, family-friendly event invites guests of all ages to explore The Bascom’s six-acre campus with hands-on art activities, live artist demonstrations, free popcorn, and special exhibitions on view in the galleries.
14th Annual Summer Pottery Show
The summer installment of our 14th annual pottery show will be held on Friday, July 18th and Saturday, July 19th from 10am - 4pm. Enjoy beautiful handmade pottery while supporting local artists in our community!
Artist Talk with Ben Owen III
Join us for an artist talk with Ben Owen III
Artist Talk with William Rodriguez
Join us for an artist talk with William Rodriguez.
Artist talk with TJ Erdahl & Beau Raymond
Please join us for an artist talk with ceramics artists TJ Erdahl and Beau Raymond.
15th Annual Dazzling Dahlia Festival
Itinerary of Events
Fall Reception
September 4th | 5 pm
Kick off the festival weekend at The Bascom’s Fall Reception! This special evening will celebrate our fall exhibitions, the Dazzling Dahlia Festival, and the winner of the 2025 Dahlia Poster Contest.
Enter the poster contest!
The Single Bloom Competition
September 5th & 6th
The 15th Annual Dazzling Dahlia Festival's Single Bloom Competition will be held Friday, September 5, from 3:30 pm - 5 pm, and Saturday, September 6, from 10 am - 4 pm at The Bascom. Dahlia enthusiasts will showcase their most stunning blooms in this beloved annual event.
Petals and Perspectives
September 4 - 6
Experience an inspired dialogue between art and nature at this year’s Dahlia Festival with Petals and Perspectives, a distinctive floral design showcase. This special event invites selected area non-profit organizations to create floral arrangements in direct response to works of art on view in The Bascom’s galleries, offering a compelling exploration of the connections between the visual and floral arts.
The Dahlia Dialogue
September 6 | 11 am
Learn about dahlias and the art of growing from an expert guest speaker.
Studio Member Pottery Show
September 5th & 6th
Bascom Studio Members will present a curated collection of handcrafted wall pockets and vases, each adorned with fresh dahlias and available for purchase during the dahlia festival. Be sure to visit the Studio Barn for a chance to take home a unique, functional piece of art and other wonderful handmade ceramic pieces.
Artist Talk with Gay Smith and Frank Vickery
Join us for an artist talk with ceramic artists Gay Smith and Frank Vickery.
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Visit: 323 Franklin Road
Highlands, NC 28741 (Map It)
Call: 828-526-4949 (Main)
828-787-2892 (Ceramics Studio)
This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Learn more at NCArts.org
Funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at SouthArts.org.
Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org