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Welcome to "Off the Eaten Path," where we venture beyond the usual tourist spots to uncover the most delightful grills and eateries tucked away in Harlan County’s scenic corners. Each of these hidden gems offers a unique culinary experience, making them perfect stops for food enthusiasts exploring Read more about Off the Eaten Path: Discover Hidden Culinary Gems in the form of Local Grills 

It's prom season and nothing says prom night like proud parents snapping dozens (or hundreds or thousands or millions) of pictures before teens make their way to prom. We've put together some of our favorite photo spots in Harlan County to make sure you get the best backdrop for those Read more about Picture Perfect Spots for Pre-Prom Photos

March Madness in the mountains is unmatched! Harlan Countians go wild for the wildcats and who can blame them? With 8 championship banners hanging from the rafters of Rupp, every March, we ask ourselves "Is this year number 9?" That excitement is doubled this year as the Harlan County Black Bears Read more about March Madness Merch

Tourism in Harlan County has become one of the major drivers of our economy and on International Women’s Day, we wanted to take a second and recognize some of the incredible leadership, business owners, civic leaders, restauranteurs, and more that are currently shaping the tourism landscape in Read more about She Leads: Celebrating Female Leaders Who Help Shape Tourism in Harlan County

March 1, 2024 is National Unplug Day! It's a 24 hour time period where people are encouraged to disconnect from their devices and enjoy unplugged fun for the day. We've come up with some ideas for unplugged fun in Harlan County... -Read All About It- Visit Sassy Trash or Raven Rock Coffee, Read more about UNPLUG IN HARLAN COUNTY

The science of meteorology produces forecasts that are impressive in both their advance warning and their accuracy but Appalachian areas like Harlan County have some age old weather predictors of their own. -Woolly Worms- Each fall, mountain people examine wooly worms for clues about the Read more about Appalachian Superstitions About Snow

As you're making your New Year's Resolution, consider making it a year of Harlan County Recipes with a special dish for each month. January- Fried Cabbage Fried cabbage is a year round dish in the mountains but many locals will tell you it's a must have on New Year's Day. The recipe is Read more about 12 Months of Harlan County Recipes

This Christmas, you can give your loved ones memories that will last a lifetime. We've put together a few ideas for Harlan County experiences that your family will be talking about for years to come!Black Mountain Thunder Zipline Passes- You can fly across Harlan County without a sleigh or a team or Read more about 7 Harlan County Experiences You Can Gift This Christmas

Harlan County Shop Local Guide - Christmas 2023 Embrace the Magic of Christmas in Appalachia As the holiday season approaches, let's cherish the unique charm of Harlan County & Appalachia. This Christmas, we invite you to experience the warmth and joy of our local community. From the Read more about Harlan County Shop Local Holiday Guide

Celebrate the Holiday Season with Unique Finds at Harlan Center's Pop-Up Shops! Find the Perfect Gift at Our Daily Pop-Up Shops! We're thrilled to announce an exciting holiday shopping experience coming your way! This festive season, the Harlan Center Upstairs Gallery is transforming into a Read more about Downtown Harlan Pop Up Shops