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Pop-up Mini Fair at the Folk Art Center
Pop-up Mini Fair at the Folk Art Center
In the lower level parking lot of the Folk Art Center, Guild members will have an opportunity to share their creative efforts with the public in an outdoor carefully-spaced layout. Visitors can shop for a variety of fine craft of different disciplines: bladesmithing, glassblowing, wheel-thrown and hand-built ceramics, woodturning, metalsmithing, leatherwork, and furniture making. The […]
Nature at Night Hike at Grandfather Mountain
Nature at Night Hike at Grandfather Mountain
Watch as the Park comes alive under the shadow of darkness on this guided evening excursion with a Park naturalist. Do you know which animals come out along the Hickory Nut Falls trail when the sun goes down? Get ready to learn more about the Park’s rarely-seen residents. NOTE: The Hickory Nut Falls Trail is […]
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Grandfather Mountain: The All-Day Rhododendron Ramble
Grandfather Mountain: The All-Day Rhododendron Ramble
Celebrate the rhododendron blooms with guided rambles, kids crafts and special displays. See the blossoms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks begin at 12, 1 and 2, taking approximately 20 minutes and are fit for guests of all ages. Walks begin by the […]
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2nd Annual High Country Jazz Festival
The High Country Jazz Festival brings first-rate jazz experiences to Boone and Blowing Rock, North Carolina. The 2023 headliners include the Legendary Count Basie Orchestra (June 9), the Emmet Cohen Trio (June 10), and Reggie Buie Group (June 11) performing at the Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone and Chetola Resort in Blowing Rock. A host […]
Grandfather Mountain: Nature Photography Weekend
This popular shutterbug weekend includes presentations from top nature photographers, hands-on breakout sessions, a friendly contest and the rare opportunity to photograph the mountain’s spectacular scenery and native animals before and after regular business hours. This revamped version of the popular weekend will include changes to better welcome all levels of photographers, making it more […]
Summer Tracks: Sol Driven Train
Summer Tracks: Sol Driven Train
Summer Tracks concert series in Rogers Park opens with Sol Driven Train. This regional favorite combines Afro-Caribbean rhythms with funky New Orleans-style brass to produce songs of love, loss, and long johns. Based out of Charleston, SC, they feature rotating lead vocalists and multi-instrumental talent spread across horns, strings, keyboards, and percussion. Combining rich varieties […]
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Adult Field Course: Grandfather’s Animals in Art – Wildlife Drawing
Adult Field Course: Grandfather’s Animals in Art – Wildlife Drawing
Grandfather Mountain is a great source of inspiration for the wildlife artist. The long-range views, unique flora and abundance of animal life on the mountain helps lay out a canvas or paper like no other place. In this Adult Field Course, we’ll be working in close proximity to Grandfather’s wildlife in the Animal Habitats, using […]
National Get Outdoors Day at Grandfather Mountain
National Get Outdoors Day at Grandfather Mountain
This national holiday celebrates our favorite thing to do… get outdoors! Look for our discovery stations as you hike and learn some cool trail information and history from our naturalists. Plus, look for our friends from Fox Mountain Guides leading rock climbing demonstrations.
Clay Day at the Folk Art Center
Clay Day at the Folk Art Center
Join us for a celebration of one of the oldest craft mediums and the makers of clay. Clay Day features craft demonstrations and hands-on activities by members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild and invited guests. Watch live demonstrations of wheel-throwing, hand-building, surface design, and many other clay techniques. Join us on Saturday from 10am-4pm […]
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Finding Matisse Through the Art of Paper Cutting with Susan Fulcher
Finding Matisse Through the Art of Paper Cutting with Susan Fulcher
We all Love Henri Matisse for his colorful paintings. Interesting fact: when he was unable to stand and paint, he discovered paper cutting. He designed wonderful art pieces from paper. This workshop will encourage you to open your eyes to a new way of Creating art. Paper has never been so much fun. In this class you will […]
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2023 Blue Ridge Heritage Weekend Arts & Crafts Festival
On June 16 & 17, Shelton House will hold its 4th Annual “Blue Ridge Heritage Weekend Arts & Crafts Festival” on the 8.5 acre 147 year old farmstead ( now home to the Historic Shelton House and “Museum of NC Handicrafts”) in Waynesville, NC. Open to the public with Artists and Artisans from near and […]
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Nature’s Wisdom World Premier
Although there's still a ways to go before the film is completed, its not too late to start planning for the time when the film is ready for prime time. We've set some initial dates for its release in late June and early July. Please mark these down on your calendar: Everyone loved the drive-in […]
Naturalist Niche: Summer Birding at Grandfather Mountain
Naturalist Niche: Summer Birding at Grandfather Mountain
There’s nothing like an early summer hike before the Park gates open. Join a local birding expert and spot some of our resident species as they enjoy the morning quiet. This hike is perfect whether you’re a lifelong birder or just getting started with America’s fastest-growing hobby. Cost: Includes Park admission: $25 Adult, $8 Adult […]
Welcome Summer Social at BE Artists Gallery
Welcome Summer Social at BE Artists Gallery
Join us for a “Welcome Summer” Social on Saturday, June 24, between 1 and 4 p.m.! A number of our member and consignment artists will be on-hand to discuss their art — refreshments will be provided. See our latest artwork and meet some of our artists—over 30 local artists are represented!
Wisdom of Nature Thru Native Eyes World Premier
Wisdom of Nature Thru Native Eyes World Premier
The Center is proud to announce its latest documentary film (50th and counting). This film takes an intriguing look at storytelling, native wisdom and nature’s intelligence to help us heal our broken relationship with the living world. Through a whirlwind tour of history, culture and nature, this film is sure to inspire a love for […]
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Nature’s Wisdom World Premier
Although there's still a ways to go before the film is completed, its not too late to start planning for the time when the film is ready for prime time. We've set some initial dates for its release in late June and early July. Please mark these down on your calendar: Everyone loved the drive-in […]
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Nature’s Wisdom World Premier
Join us for a special evening at a beautiful venue, music, film screenings and snacks available. More details and tickets available soon!
Banner Elk’s Art on the Greene
Banner Elk’s popular Art on the Greene series continues with shows the first weekends of July, August and September. The dates are July 1-2, Aug. 5-6 and Sept. 2-3. The shows fill the area in front of the Historic Banner Elk School with fine art from local and regional artists representing a variety of media, […]
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