The Artful Traveler

Take a Trip with the Artful Traveler

Arts Tourism Manager David Potorti, aka The Artful Traveler, criss-crosses the state to find the best in North Carolina arts throughout the year. Each season, he pulls together trip suggestions geared toward the arts-minded traveler.  The Artful Traveler is your guide to the best and most authentic cultural experiences in North Carolina.

Explore David’s picks and enjoy the trip!

Holidays 2011

Previous trips:

• Fall 2011
• Summer 2011
• Spring 2011
• Fall 2010
• Summer 2010
• Spring 2010
• Fall 2009
• Summer 2009
• Spring 2009
• Winter 2008
• Fall 2008
• Summer 2008

Artful Traveler videos get you up close and personal with artists, authors, performers, open studio tours, arts festivals and other artful happenings around our state.

If you need more ideas about exploring North Carolina, visit some of our unique cultural trails sites: experience historic Cherokee, the hometowns and hangouts of notable North Carolina writers, artists studios and you-pick-farms and great places to see, buy and learn about North Carolina craft.

Do you have suggestions for exploring artful North Carolina? E-mail the Artful Traveler at david.potorti@ncdcr.gov.