Asheville - YMI Cultural Center

The YMI Cultural Center is one of many spots in Asheville for artistic and musical pursuits. This fine facility is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is easily located by visitors owing to its place in the center of downtown near City Hall. The YMI Cultural Center also exhibits numerous displays, primarily dealing with the history of African Americans in North Carolina. The predecessor to the YMI Cultural Center, the Young Men's Institute was established in this location in 1893.