Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce, Columbus, Tryon & Saluda NC and Landrum SC

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Tryon NC

Tryon, the largest town in Polk County, is famous for being one of the select retirement areas in the United States. Incorporated in 1885 at the height of American railroad expansion, the town soon developed into a thriving artisan village with a 21st-centurytrian tradition and a nationally known tourism industry, all traits which remain today.

Thriving small businesses, dynamic civic organizations and active cultural and equestrian communities have transformed this little stop in the foothills into a 21st century sanctuary very much in tune with the times. Tryon also has many cultural events. The Tryon Fine Arts Center has been a focal point of arts and entertainment since 1969 and supports several institutions and activities, including the Tryon Painters and Sculptors, Tryon Little Theater, Upstairs Artspace, Tryon Concert Association, Tryon Crafts, Foothills Home School Coop, Carolina Community Chorus and Children’s Theater Festival.

An equestrian emphasis strong in our community long since the days when Tryon served as the training ground for the U.S. Olympic equestrian teams runs deep throughout the area. Standing at the heart and geographical center of Tryon’s downtown is Morris, the Tryon Horse, a globally famed icon, rising an impressive twenty-two hands high, who has presided over downtown festivities as the town mascot since 1928. With its unique natural beauty and delightful downtown, Tryon is a great place to live, work and visit.

Tryon is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and is equally convenient to nearby cities Asheville and Charlotte in North Carolina and Greenville and Spartanburg in South Carolina. Tryon is known for its wonderful people, outdoor activities, mild climate, small town shops and great restaurants.
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Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce Events

Business After Hours Feb. 2023

February 16, 2023
(5:30 PM-7:30 PM)

HOSTED BY:  FIRST CITIZENS BANK and HIGHER ACADEMIA

Please RSVP

Directions to

Higher Academia 1545 NC 108, Columbus

The premier networking events for business professionals.

  1. Gain more exposure for your business
  2. Network with other business persons in the area
  3. Discuss and share ideas
  4. Learn about and tour other local businesses
  5. Find contacts and resources that will benefit you and your business

This is your time to network and get out there in the community. Bring your business cards and even a door prize to promote your business even more.

There will be food and refreshments served.

Cost: Free

Location: Higher Academia 1545 NC 108, Columbus, NC

Contact: Chamber Office (828)-859-6236


Chamber Annual Awards Event

March 16, 2023
(11:30 AM-1:00 PM)

Come celebrate with us at The Hare and Hound as we honor some special people for their outstanding contributions to the Chamber and the Foothills communities in 2022. 

Space is limited, so please RSVP

Please help us select the best candidate for our 2022 Annual Awards event.

We are accepting nominations for 3 award winners:

  • Volunteer of the Year,
  • Business Owner(s) of the Year and
  • Citizen of the Year.

Please submit who you feel is worthy of an award and we will honor those individuals in March 2023.

 NOMINATIONS

Cost: $25 (must purchase in advance) No tickets sold at the door

Location: 101 East Rutherford Street, Landrum, SC

Contact: Chamber of Commerce (828)-859-6236


Business After Hours March 2023

March 23, 2023
(5:30 PM-7:30 PM)

HOSTED BY:   F.E.N.C.E. AND GOODTAINER

Please RSVP

Directions to

F.E.N.C.E.

3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC

The premier networking events for business professionals.

  1. Gain more exposure for your business
  2. Network with other business persons in the area
  3. Discuss and share ideas
  4. Learn about and tour other local businesses
  5. Find contacts and resources that will benefit you and your business

This is your time to network and get out there in the community. Bring your business cards and even a door prize to promote your business even more.

There will be food and refreshments served.

Cost: Free

Location: F.E.N.C.E. 3381 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC 28782

Contact: Chamber Office (828)-859-6236


Carolina Foothills Community Events

Gardening for Life Celebration
March 4, 2023   1:00 PM

Visit First Peak for a community calendar of events in our area.

Or download another  Community Calendar

Saluda Outfitters Feb 2023 Music Schedule

Make plans!

Upcoming Events:

CHAMBER EVENTS

Business After Hours Feb. 2023
February 16, 2023

Chamber Annual Awards Event
March 16, 2023

Business After Hours March 2023
March 23, 2023

Shuckin’ with the Chamber
March 25, 2023

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Gardening for Life Celebration
March 4, 2023   1:00 PM

Our Communities

  • Polk County NC
  • Columbus NC
  • Landrum SC
  • Saluda NC
  • Tryon NC



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First Citizens Bank Forever First
Duke Energy
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Tryon Horse & Home Logo - Karl Small
Voisin Enterprises

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Carolina Foothills Chamber

2753 Lynn Road
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Tryon NC 28782 (Get Directions)
828-859-6236
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