Open to All! Crossroads Roundup: Major Discovery in Morocco, Fake Van Gogh Paintings, and the World's Oldest Cheese

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If you missed it, Friday’s essay covered the history of the River Arts District in Asheville in the wake of the Hurricane Helene disaster. The River Arts District was the home of over 350 artists, countless studios, galleries, non-profit organizations, and restaurants—almost all of the District was destroyed by this week’s flooding.

If you’re interested in donating to help this essential art community rebuild, you can do so here.