Hiltons Travel Guide

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Janette Carter, one of three children of A.P. and Sara Carter established the Carter Family Fold to honor the memory of her parents and Maybelle Carter who played a historic role in helping give birth to the age of country music beginning in 1927. Even though Janette has passed away, her daughter Rita is carrying on the musical and performing legacy she established . The original Carter Family lived on this hallowed ground, right where the Carter Fold is today, in Poor Valley, at the foot of Clinch Mountain in southwest Virginia. This was their home and base of operations. Since 1974, the non-profit Carter Music Center has presented programs of old time and bluegrass music every weekend. Formally established in 1979, the Center's objective is to promote old-time music and pay tribute to the Original Carter Family (A.P Carter, Sara Carter, and Maybelle Carter). The Saturday concerts highlight the musical style made popular bythe Carter Family, considered by many as country music's first family. In keeping with the traditional music style, no electrical instruments are allowed (everything is acoustic). There's lots of dancing and fun for the entire family. Shows are family-oriented; no alcohol is permitted at concerts. Delicious home-fixed snacks are available at the Carter Fold Snack Bar, and you might be able to round out your collection of Carter Family recordings at the well-stocked souvenir and record concession. Come early and browse through our Museum before the show. Once each year, a two-day (Friday and Saturday) festival takes place the first Saturday/Sunday weekend of August. Mountain craftsmen are on hand to sell their goods, and there's lots of good country cooking going on, too. From the website: www.carterfamilyfold.org
Janette Carter, one of three children of A.P. and Sara Carter established the Carter Family Fold to honor the memory of her parents and Maybelle Carter who played a historic role in helping give birth to the age of country music beginning in 1927. Even though Janette has passed away, her daughter Rita is carrying on the musical and performing legacy she established . The original Carter Family lived on this hallowed ground, right where the Carter Fold is today, in Poor Valley, at the foot of Clinch Mountain in southwest Virginia. This was their home and base of operations. Since 1974, the non-profit Carter Music Center has presented programs of old time and bluegrass music every weekend. Formally established in 1979, the Center's objective is to promote old-time music and pay tribute to the Original Carter Family (A.P Carter, Sara Carter, and Maybelle Carter). The Saturday concerts highlight the musical style made popular bythe Carter Family, considered by many as country music's first family. In keeping with the traditional music style, no electrical instruments are allowed (everything is acoustic). There's lots of dancing and fun for the entire family. Shows are family-oriented; no alcohol is permitted at concerts. Delicious home-fixed snacks are available at the Carter Fold Snack Bar, and you might be able to round out your collection of Carter Family recordings at the well-stocked souvenir and record concession. Come early and browse through our Museum before the show. Once each year, a two-day (Friday and Saturday) festival takes place the first Saturday/Sunday weekend of August. Mountain craftsmen are on hand to sell their goods, and there's lots of good country cooking going on, too. From the website: www.carterfamilyfold.org
Sleep Inn & Suites

Sleep Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2020 Franklin Terrace Court Johnson City TN
The price is 1.964.562 ₫ per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
1.964.562 ₫
2.308.360 ₫ total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnson City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (848 reviews)
Everything was great. Great value too

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kingsport TriCities

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kingsport TriCities

3 out of 5
10150 Airport Pkwy Blountville TN
The price is 2.010.001 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
2.010.001 ₫
2.361.621 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Blountville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Very dirty!! Previous customers trash was still in the trash can. Pair of dirty socks in the bottom of the closet. Bed linens very dirty, including mold on pillow. Big water spot & mold on the ceiling of the shower. Ripped up towels. Literally terrible!!

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kingsport TriCities
The Bristol Hotel

The Bristol Hotel

4 out of 5
115 Country Music Way Bristol VA
The price is 3.609.691 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
3.609.691 ₫
4.342.458 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Great stay! Will definitely return. Room was cleans and staff was friendly and helpful!

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Cozy Cottage Near Dtwn Dining, Walk to Casino

Cozy Cottage Near Dtwn Dining, Walk to Casino

3 out of 5
Bristol VA
Stay at this cottage in Bristol. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions State Line Centre and Bristol Mall are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
It is a nice place to stay for convenience. Easy to get to and within driving distance of many places in Bristol. The area it is in may be a little run down but I felt safe.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

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