Author and photographer Tim Barnwell talks at Pack Library, April 29

Tim Barnwell will discuss his latest book, Blue Ridge Parkway Vistas: A Comprehensive Identification Guide to What You See from the Many Overlooks, at Pack Memorial Library on Wednesday, April 26, at 6 p.m.

Press release from the library:

Join photographer and author Tim Barnwell at Pack Library on Wednesday, April 29th from 6-7pm for a talk about his latest book, Blue Ridge Parkway Vistas: A Comprehensive Identification Guide to What You See from the Many Overlooks.

Mr. Barnwell will discuss the 5-year effort involved in identifying the hundreds of mountains seen from over 40 overlooks along the Parkway plus views from other area locations including the Biltmore House and Chimney Rock Park. Discussions will also touch on the history, geography and attractions of North Carolina and Virginia that surround the spectacular 469-mile route the Parkway traces through mountains of those states. There will be time for questions and a book signing to follow (books will be available for purchase at the event).

Tim Barnwell is a photographer based in Asheville, North Carolina. His career has spanned more than 30 years as a professional photographer and photography instructor, including eight years as Executive Director of the nationally recognized Appalachian Photographic Workshops. This program is free and everyone is invited. For more information contact the NC Room at 250-4740 or email packnc@buncombecounty.org.

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