Sadly the Auditorium burned to the ground at 4:15 am Saturday, October 24, 1903.įollowing the destruction of the former Auditorium, the building was partially rebuilt with funds from the insurance claim settlement. This “hall for accommodations of large assemblages” was built in 1902 and its initial performance was presented in May of that year. In the year 1900, a movement was started by the newly-organized Asheville Auditorium Company to secure a large gathering place for the Asheville area. With over 200 days of events and drawing over 225,000 people annually, HCCA continues to support the vitality of the region as a whole and the vibrant downtown of Asheville in particular.

HCCA is known as a quality venue that hosts a diverse variety of events that reflects the creativity, uniqueness, and artistry that Asheville is known for. Cellular Center Asheville and the Asheville Civic Center, has a long and interesting history which dates back over one hundred years. History Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville (HCCA), previously the U.S.

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