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Moses H. Cone Memorial Park - Milepost 294 - Blue Ridge Parkway (U.S. National Park Service)
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park - Milepost 294 - Blue Ridge Parkway (U.S. National Park Service)
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Moses H. Cone Memorial Park - Milepost 294
Enjoy the sweeping, scenic view of Moses Cone Memorial Park from the porch of Flat Top Manor.
Harold Blackwood photo
Welcome to the Summer Home of Moses and Bertha Cone
Textile magnate Moses H. Cone built this summer retreat with his wife, Bertha, at the turn of the 20
th
century. In 1949, the family donated the estate, which is listed on the Register of Historic Places, to the National Park Service. Visit Flat Top Manor and estate, now known as the Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, for the perfectly curated and winding carriage trails, historic manor, and Southern Highland Craft Guild craft shop.
Learn more about the Cone family
A major restoration of the outside of the manor house was completed in 2021. The restoration was funded in part by the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, a non-profit partner of the park. The Foundation posted an
overview of the renovation project
on their YouTube channel.
Ranger-led programs covering the history of Flat Top Manor are offered during summer and fall.
At a Glance
Visitor Center
Historic estate with manor and grounds
Hiking trails
Southern Highlands Craft Guild shop and America's National Parks store
Ranger-led tours and open houses
offered in summer and fall
Visitor Center
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Sleeping and Eating:
Moses Cone Memorial Park has no sleeping or eating options. See nearby towns for accommodations. On the Parkway,
Julian Price Park
is nearby for camping.
Things to Do:
Tour the Manor:
Join a ranger to learn more about the Cone family and the estate that they built in the mountains. Programs conducted seasonally; check the
event calendar
for more information.
Explore the Grounds:
A family cemetery and carriage trails on the estate are all open to the curious. Please stay on all paths and
Leave No Trace
Hike a Carriage Trail:
Moses Cone carefully laid out 25 miles of carriage trails for gentle curves and magnificent views. Although partially overgrown with time, these carriage trails are a great way to step back in history and enjoy nature at the same time. Learn more about the
Moses Cone hiking trails
Learn More About the Cones and the Estate
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Mailing Address:
199 Hemphill Knob Rd
Asheville,
NC
28803
Phone:
828 348-3400
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