Unique Events & Festivals in 2023
When planning excursions around festivals that happen annually in the south, keep Johnston County’s towns in mind. Johnston County is conveniently located where I-95, I-40, and Highway 70 come…
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Tag: Arts in Johnston County
Clayton Piano Festival Announces Season 11 Line-up
Clayton Piano Festival returns this year to its normal activity…with a twist. It will feature both live performances and hybrid live and online events, in order to maximize its reach. The fall…
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The 2022 Clayton Sculpture Trail - with Photos & Map
The 22-23 Annual Clayton Sculpture Trail has been turned into an easy-to-navigate map on our website. Find it below. Each location has the name of the sculpture and the artist listed on the map. The…
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Ava Gardner Mural & Rose Garden
The Museum is kicking off Ava’s Centennial year with the Ava Gardner Festival, October 7-9. This southern starlet will be celebrating her 100th birthday on Christmas Eve of 2022 and the museum plans…
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Unique Events & Festivals in JoCo in 2022
When planning excursions around festivals that happen annually in the south, keep Johnston County’s towns in mind. Johnston County is conveniently located where I-95, I-40, and Highway 70 come…
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The 2021 Clayton Sculpture Trail - with Photos & Map
The 8th Annual Clayton Sculpture Trail has been turned into an easy-to-navigate map on our website. Find it below. Each location has the name of the sculpture and the artist listed on the map. The…
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JoCo Authors to Add to Your Bedside Table
We often highlight JoCo’s many artisans on our blog and website; from moonshine makers to local potters to goat soap producers… but Johnston County is also home to some very talented writers. If you…
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Native Emily Wallace & Her Delicious New Book
“I grew-up in Smithfield. My Dad and his brother owned Heavner-Wallace Implement Company – which started as a mule company a very long time ago. But I was always around farms and farmers in the…
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The 2019 Clayton Sculpture Trail
The 7th Annual Clayton Sculpture Trail has been turned into an easy-to-navigate map on our website. Find it below. Each location has the name of the sculpture and the artist listed on the map. The…
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Recognition Event for Benson Native Jimmy Capps
If you’re a country music fan, you’ve probably heard Jimmy Capps on one of your favorite songs. He’s been described as a “king” among Nashville session guitarists and his list of credits includes…
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