Chetola Resort’s lakeside setting provides the outdoor venue that has achieved landmark status among travelers to the High Country. 

The lake provides a dramatic backdrop for the juried and curated exhibition of up to 60 national and regional sculptors.   

Monumental scale and mid-scale works of art will be temporarily installed along the path around the lake.  Collectors and the public are invited to stroll leisurely to view the variety of premiere pieces many that will debut that weekend.

Sculptors

will be present to answer questions and inquiries about commissions and sales.  All proceeds benefit the sculptors. This event is sponsored in part by The Watauga County Arts Council, Grassroots Funds of The NC Arts Council and generous support by private donations

Spirited Sculpture Stroll

Join us – Friday night for or the Spirited Tasting event featuring LONERIDER Bourbon Distillery offering award-winning Sherry Cask Finish Bourbons, Whiskey Mule Cocktails, and Choklat Liquer, enjoy the illuminated sculpture walk, hors d’oeurves, bonfire, and live music will highlight the private event. Buy Tickets here

“Lonerider Spirits is very pleased to be a part of the 2nd Annual Sculpture Walk at Chetola Lake,” says Chris Mielke, President of Lonerider Spirits. “It’s a beautiful setting for a wonderful tasting event and to view work from wonderful artists from around the world.”  – Chris Mielke, President – Lonerider Spirits

Sculptors will compete for Cash Awards up to $10,000

Linda Doherty, Chief Curator and Curator of Contemporary Art- North Carolina Museum of Art,   will be our distinguished juror and host of the Saturday’s Starry Night Celebration and Awards Ceremony, which includes dinner and dancing under the stars with the 16 piece Orchestra, The Starlighters. 

ArtSplash – Children 5-16

• To be announced in 2023
• Professional Art Instructors will offer sculpting with found and recycled materials