Conference on Mathematical Biology - SMB 2002 - Tours & Excursions Info

The below tour will require a minimum attendance in order to operate.  If that attendance number is not reached, registrants will be notified when the tour is cancelled.

Museum of Appalachia

This old 65-acre farm boasts a restored Appalachian village, along with a museum full of treasures from the early settlers of Appalachia.  Here, visitors can experience Appalachian history not only by sight, but also by the sounds and environment in which the people lived.  Each item in the museum and village has a story of how it is used and how it arrived at the museum.  Craftspeople are invited to use the equipment and frequently are present to explain their trades.  John Rice Irwin, the Museum’s founder, received a MacArthur “genius” award for his work in developing this museum.  This trip will be offered on Sunday, July 14th.  Cost includes transportation, admission, and southern bar-b-que dinner.  This tour will depart after lunch on Sunday afternoon and return approximately 8 p.m.  Cost: $27 tax-inclusive.