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Harrah's Cherokee Center

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The Harrah's Cherokee Center – Asheville, previously known as the U.S. Cellular Center and originally as the Asheville Civic Center Complex, is a multipurpose entertainment center, located in Asheville, North Carolina. Opened in 1974, the complex is home to an arena, auditorium, banquet hall and meeting rooms.

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Harrah's Cherokee Center
Haywood Street, Asheville

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Haywood Street 87
28801 Asheville
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