History

In 2008, White Horse Black Mountain founders Kim Hughes and Bob Hinkle had a vision: a room filled with good people enjoying good music in a relaxed and welcoming environment. They hadn't planned on opening a music venue so soon after arriving in Black Mountain, but fates intervened. The building had served many purposes in the past: an automobile showroom, and parts and service department for automobiles, a climbing center, and more recently a warehouse for a variety of goods. As they walked through the door of the building the first time, they immediately noticed the exquisite natural acoustics resulting from the high curved ceiling constructed of wood. The vision of a music and event center began to crystallize. White Horse features a diverse mix of live entertainment including Classical Music, Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, Songwriters, Native American performers, poetry, storytelling, and much more. Diversity and quality continue to be defining hallmarks.

Specialties

White Horse Black Mountain is a unique performance and event center in the heart of Black Mountain NC. We feature a variety of events including music, storytelling, puppetry, poetry, theatre, films, community events, benefit events, workshops, and much more. We are: a place where a variety of music and performing arts are presented in a relaxed setting; a true listening room where the focus is on celebrating the connection between artist and audience; a place where the power of music to transform the mind and uplift the soul is fully manifested; a place where all are welcome and where good people, good music, and good times abound.