Historic Preservation Commission Jackson County, NC

08/18/2026

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07/30/2026

Have you ever come across an old historic building, bridge, mill, schoolhouse, church, or forgotten structure somewhere around the county that maybe people have never seen—or maybe have never even heard about?

If you have photos, we'd love to see them! 📸 Share your pictures in the comments along with anything you know about the history or location. Hidden gems and forgotten places are often some of the most interesting parts of our local history.

Let's uncover and preserve some of the county's best-kept historic treasures together!

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06/22/2026

Good morning everyone!! I hope you had a great weekend! This is your reminder to go see the 2nd Annual Historic Places Art Contest display! This is the last week it will be on display at the Jackson County Public Library.

Ashley Clapsaddle will be sending emails out here shortly to all the participants to let them know when they can come pick up their art work, swag bags, and their trophy's. 🥇🎨

Comment below if you haven seen the display???

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05/13/2026

🏆 The Results Are In! 🏆

We’re excited to announce the winners and participates of the 2026 2nd Annual Historic Places Art Contest!

🎉 Congratulations to our Winners:
🎨 K-5th Grade Poster: Maggie Shank
🎨 6-8th Grade Poster: Lucia Core
🎨 9-12th Grade Poster: Rylee Frizzell
🎨 Open Poster: Teri Burd-Hagwood
🎨 Open- 3D: Sheena Kohlmeyer

👏 And a list of our talented participates:
🎨 K-5th Grade Poster: Jesse Pratt
🎨 K-5th Grade Poster: Naomi Pratt
🎨 K-5th Grade Poster: Emmaline Shank
🎨 K-5th Grade Poster: Sophie Shank
🎨 K-5th Grade Poster: Emmalyn Fisher
🎨 K-5th Grade Poster: Iris Beimborn
🎨 K-5th Grade Poster: Ivy Beck

🎨 Open Poster: Julianne Beck
🎨 Open Poster: Diana L. Jurss

Your artwork beautifully showcases the rich heritage of our community, and we’re proud to honor your creativity.

📍 See the winning and finalist pieces on display at the Jackson County Public Library located outside of the children section over the next few weeks! Come celebrate our local artists and the historic places that inspired them.

📅 Exhibit runs for a few weeks, the Library is open six days a week Monday & Wednesday 9:00am to 6:00pm, Tuesday & Thursday 9:00am to 8:00pm and Friday and Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

📸 Scroll down to view some of the incredible art work entries!
Thank you to everyone who participated, and to our judges (Jackson County Arts Council– Emily Powell and Brian Huneycutt, Sylva Art + Design- Andrea Nyberg and Jacque Laura Large) and supporters who made this contest possible. Also, a special thanks to the artist at the Jackson County Green Energy Park, Chelsea Seaman, Kevin McNiff, and Colton Williford for the 1st place trophies!

We cannot thank you all enough for participation and we hope to have you participate in the future.

04/15/2026

TODAY is the last day for all entries to be submitted for the 2nd Annual Historic Places Art Contest!!! Are you submitting something???

Drop off at the Sylva Library (310 Keener Street) or Planning Department (538 Scotts Creek, upstairs) by 4PM!!

04/08/2026

🎨✨ Friendly Reminder! ✨🎨

Don’t forget to submit your entries for our 2nd Annual Historic Places Art Contest! This is your chance to show off your creativity, share your talent, and be part of something inspiring.

🖌️ All skill levels are welcome
📅 Deadline is coming up soon- April 15th by 4:00PM
🏆 Awards and recognition await!

Whether you paint, draw, take pictures, design, or create in your own unique way—we want to see it!

Tag a friend who should enter and make sure you don’t miss out. Let’s make this contest full of amazing art! 💫

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