The gates at Kituwah are now open Monday through Friday from 9am – 3:30pm. This action to limit access in the evenings and weekends is necessary to help prevent vandalism and damage from “off-roading” and driving on soggy farm roads.
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Tribal farm roads are in good shape in the summer, but in the winter the roads become muddy and driving on them causes damage. (Photo by Sarah McClellan-Welch)
If access is needed at another time other than these “open hours”, contact the Tribal Historic Properties Office – Russ Townsend (828) 226-1021 or Johi Griffin (828) 788-1601. Efforts are underway to protect the land and roads at Cooper’s Creek Farm as well.
– Sarah McClellan-Welch, EBCI Cooperative Extension