Support Cove Creek Preservation & Development, Doc & Rosa Lee Watson MusicFest, and the Doc & Merle Watson Folk Art Museum

Cove Creek Preservation & Development (CCP&D), a nonprofit organization in western Watauga County, NC, is dedicated to preserving our local heritage. We proudly maintain the historic Cove Creek School building, a beloved landmark that serves as a hub for community events, local businesses, and is the home of the Doc & Merle Watson Folk Art Museum. Each year, we host Doc & Rosa Lee Watson MusicFest, celebrating our region’s musical legacy and bringing people together in the spirit of tradition and joy.

Cove Creek Preservation & Development is able to help preserve our western Watauga culture and honor the legacy of Doc & the entire Watson family thanks to the generous support of our community sponsors. Join us in our mission of preserving and celebrating the history of this beloved community!

CCP&D is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible.