Mission Statement
The Swannanoa Valley Museum preserves and interprets the social, cultural, and natural history of the Swannanoa Valley, a pathway to western North Carolina, by developing dynamic programs and engaging exhibitions for the education and enrichment of the community, its children, and future generations.
Hours Of Operation
January – February
Saturday
10 am – 5 pm
March – December
Wednesday – Saturday
10 am – 5 pm
To schedule time to research in our archives or to schedule a group visit please email svmvolunteer@gmail.com or call (828) 669-9566.
Museum Staff
Executive Director
K. LeAnne Johnson
swannanoavalleymuseum@gmail.com
Assistant Director
Jess Wash
svmvolunteer@gmail.com
Striking A Chord
Music and Community in the Swannanoa Valley
Temporary Exhibit
January 2024 – April 2025
Swannanoa Valley Museum Board Of Directors
Officers
Board Chair – Jim Menzies
Vice Board Chair – Carl Alguire
Treasurer – David Angelus
Recording Secretary – Sally Withers
Board Members
Kannah Begley
Howard Belfor
John Buckner
Glenn Cox
Peter Crawford
Debbie Gibb
Luke Largess
Bonnie Nache
Lynn Nicholas
Joe Standaert
Bill Tucker