1908. Courtesy of the Pack Library
Old Kentucky Home — The Thomas Wolfe Memorial
Considered by many to be one of the giants of 20th-century American literature, Thomas Wolfe immortalized his childhood home in his epic autobiographical novel, Look Homeward, Angel. Wolfe’s colorful portrayal of his family, his hometown of “Altamont” Asheville, North Carolina, and “Dixieland” the Old Kentucky Home boardinghouse, earned the Victorian period house a place as one of American literature’s most famous landmarks.
Mural Unveililng
Saturday, April 26th @2:00pm
Please join us for this special occasion!
After postponing in the Fall due to our closure from Hurricane Helene, we are so excited to finally announce the unveiling of our new mural on our visitor center! Artist Katie Kasben has worked hard to convey the poignancy of Thomas Wolfe in American literature.
This special project has been in the works for two years and we can’t wait to share it with everyone!
Join us for the grand unveiling at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Visitor Center!
Hours of Operation
Tuesday – Saturday:
9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
Closed State Holidays
Admission
House tours are offered daily
at half past each hour.
Last tour leaves at 4:30 pm.
Group tours by reservation.
Adult – $5.00
Student (ages 7-17) – $2.00
Adult Group (10+) – $2.50 each
Student Group – $2.00 each
6 & under – Free
Tell Us About Your Visit to
the Thomas Wolfe Memorial
From Cradle to Grave:
Walking in Thomas Wolfe’s Shoes
