Mysterious ancient boulder carved with petroglyphs in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

Follow the path behind this treat-slinging camper van to a sculpture garden in the forest.

The birthplace of Appalachia's only first lady, who some have dubbed the United States' "first female president."

Step back in time on this preserved 1800s farm.

Some North Carolina Cherokee have been keeping their history alive for decades with a single play.

Cherokee alphabet, proof of ancient North American Jews, or just a hoax?

The scant remains of this flooded historic village can be explored in one of the most remote areas of the Great Smokies.

The highest point in Tennessee, Clingmans Dome bears witness to the ravages of one type of insect.

This road in the Great Smoky Mountains was supposed to assuage a displaced community, but ended up a $52 million dead end.

This rare basilica nestled right in downtown Asheville is an architectural marvel, inside and out.

The enormous 250-room Vanderbilt mansion conceals hidden doors and secret passageways.

The U.S. Supreme Court's secret Cold War relocation facility in the mountains of North Carolina.

Walk the whole Mississippi River!