In 1892, denim millionaire Moses Cone began buying land in North Carolina; his 3,600-acre mountain estate later became a public park on the Blue Ridge Parkway

Explore the legacy of Moses Cone, a Gilded Age millionaire whose 3,600-acre estate became a public park, reflecting on wealth, preservation, and public access to nature.
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Open Road: Moses Cone Memorial Park

Today we’re visiting a gilded age mansion… an arts and crafts mecca… and a breathtaking park… all easily accessed on America’s favorite drive. Welcome to the Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. Located just ...
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Discover Flat Top Manor: A historic mansion in NC Discover Flat Top Manor: A historic mansion in NC

(INGLES OPEN ROAD) – Today we’re visiting a gilded age mansion… an arts and crafts mecca… and a breathtaking park… all easily accessed on America’s favorite drive. Welcome to the Moses H. Cone ...
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Denim Ball raises more than $225,000 for improvements at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park

Staff report editor@averyjournal.com Sep 22, 2026 Sep 22, 2026 LINVILLE — More than 200 guests decked in denim gathered to support the preservation of Moses H. Cone Memorial Park during The Denim Ball ...