Visiting

The Turchin Center's ideal location on King Street—in the heart of downtown Boone, yet within the physical boundaries of the Appalachian State campus—places it at the crossroads between campus and community. The building was designed to visually and physically make the arts more accessible to the Appalachian community, and to serve as a gateway to the greater campus beyond the center. The pedestrian gateway features several areas for public sculpture, including the Kay Borkowski Sculpture Garden. Visitors are able to walk through the gardens and access nearby Valborg Theatre, the Belk Library and Information Commons, and the University Bookstore.

Planning your visit

Admission to the center is free. Donations are graciously accepted.

The Turchin Center for the Visual Arts features two wings, six galleries, two small outdoor sculpture gardens and sculptures across the Appalachian State University campus. The facility also houses a 135-seat lecture hall that hosts lectures and education programs.

Directions

The Turchin Center for the Visual Arts is located at 423 West King Street in the heart of downtown Boone. Please refer to the following map for more complete information...

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You can also locate the Turchin Center on Appalachian's interactive map.

Parking

The building entrance is located along King Street in downtown Boone, in the center's University Gateway Plaza at 423 West King Street. Parking on King Street and in downtown Boone public spaces is permitted within the posted limits. Parking validation is available at the front desk.

Additional paid parking for longer visits is available one block west of the center at 567 West King Street.

Appalachian State University offers paid visitor parking in the Rivers Street Parking Deck located at 461 Rivers Street, or visitor parking passes may be purchased for other locations from the Parking and Traffic Office located in Suite A of the Rivers Street Parking Deck.

Parking time in all university lots is unlimited on weeknights after 5pm and on weekends unless otherwise posted.

For larger vehicles (school and tour buses) please contact Visitor & Member Services at turchincenter@appstate.edu or (828) 262-3017 to locate the most appropriate parking available.

Tours

Guided tours

Tours of the current exhibitions and the Rosen Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition are available for free upon request, and can be tailored to fit the needs of the group. Tours are available to individuals and groups of any size. Interested parties should schedule the guided tour at least two weeks prior to the date of the requested tour.

Audio tours

The Rosen Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition features a free cell phone audio tour powered by Guide By Cell. A catalog and map is available at the Turchin Center's reception desk and at the Box Office located in Farthing Auditorium. The map is also available for download at http://www.rosensculpture.org. A hard copy can be mailed on request.

Accessibility

The Turchin Center facilities are accessible to all visitors.

• Elevators are located in both wings, which provide access to each floor in the buildings.
• Wheelchairs are available upon request.
• Additional assistance is available upon request.

Please contact Visitor & Member Services at turchincenter@appstate.edu or (828) 262-3017 for questions, and additional assistance.

Gallery etiquette

• R espect for artwork, space and others begin with self-respect.
• E ating and drinking within the galleries is prohibited.
• S tore book bags and personal items in the lockers or coatroom.
• P hotography is not allowed in the galleries.
• E nsure the cleanliness of the gallery spaces by not leaning on walls.
• C ell phones should be on silent and are not be used while in the galleries *.
• T ouching, handling or leaning against artwork is damaging to the objects.

* Some exhibitions feature cell phone tours. Please respect other visitors viewing experience by refraining from the use of speakerphone, telephone conversations and photography.