About Our Region

The Foothills of Appalachia have a rich musical heritage that has national and international fame. We can claim inspiration for the traditional bluegrass music of Earl Scruggs, the eclectic sounds of Acoustic Syndicate, and the rising stardom of country music singer, Jimmy Wayne. To celebrate this heritage, Uptown Shelby hosts the annual Art of Sound Music Festival.

Shelby is less than an hour's drive from Charlotte, Spartanburg, and Hickory, making it a perfect central location for tourism throughout the Foothills. Its stately courthouse, wide tree-lined streets, shady walks, and historic buildings will greatly enhance the music festival's outdoor atmosphere.

But that's not all! Once in Shelby you will also find:

• Antique stores
• Eclectic shops
• Fine restaurants
• Artist studios
• A vital music store

For more information, visit these websites:

• Cleveland County Arts Council
• Buffalo Creek Gallery
• Cleveland County Chamber
• City of Shelby
• Cleveland County
• City of Kings Mountain
• Uptown Shelby Association