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The Smith-McDowell House Museum Historical Museum

Open year-round and located in downtown Asheville, the Smith-McDowell house has a reputation for being the oldest brick residence in Asheville. This beautiful Victorian home, built around 1840, has been restored and awaits your visit. Three storeys of interesting history, architecture and items from the past will keep you mesmerized and give you a glimpse into the past.

Phone: (828) 253-9231

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  • Thu 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

283 Victoria Rd Asheville, NC 28801 ·240.23 mi

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  • Accessible
  • Family friendly

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Rebecca M. 04/04/21

The Smith-McDowell House is Asheville's oldest mansion. It is currently available for self guided tours by appointment only through their website. Tickets are currently $10. The house is currently...

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Vytautas V. 03/06/19

Not for people who want slick, electronic exhibits. Instead, a house with rooms from various time periods and a human guide. Gives some perspective on local history. (Admission available free...

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Matt R. 08/22/19

We were guided by Linda and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. I highly recommend this historic house tour as this is the oldest home in Asheville.

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Tyler B. 03/19/15

Skip it! It's not worth the time or the money. I LOVE historical homes, and I always go out of my way to visit them whenever I'm traveling. I was intrigued to learn the Smith McDowell house was...

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Mark S. 01/07/16

As the oldest known home in Asheville (1840) the museum offers a glimpse into times long lost. The building was greatly expanded and redone in the early 20th century, so it is not entirely an 1840...

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