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Banner Elk is a town located in Avery County, North Carolina, in the Appalachian Mountains. The area that is now Banner Elk was first inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Cherokee and Catawba. European settlers began to arrive in the area in the late 1700s, and by the mid-1800s, the area had become known for its rich agricultural land and abundant natural resources, including timber and minerals.

The town of Banner Elk was officially incorporated in 1911 and was named after the Banner family, who were early settlers in the area. In the early 1900s, the town began to develop into a popular vacation destination, thanks in part to its beautiful natural scenery and the nearby skiing opportunities. In the 1960s, Sugar Mountain Resort was established nearby, which helped to further establish Banner Elk as a hub for winter sports.