The Southern Highland Craft Guild Offers Daily Craft Demonstrations at the Folk Art Center
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville
Shadows of Incarceration: The Cowee 19 Story
Mountain Heritage Center Hunter Library, 176 Central Drive, WCU, Cullowhee
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The Southern Highland Craft Guild Offers Daily Craft Demonstrations at the Folk Art Center
The Southern Highland Craft Guild invites visitors to experience daily craft demonstrations at the Folk Art Center from March through December. Every day from 10am-4pm, two artists of differing media will explain and demonstrate their craft with informative materials displayed at their booth. These free educational events are open to the public. Visitors will have […]
Shadows of Incarceration: The Cowee 19 Story
The Cowee 19 were nineteen men who drowned near Dillsboro NC in 1882. They were building the Cowee train tunnel on the Murphy Branch of the Western North Carolina Railroad. The state considered their death an accident, but their placement in the convict lease system was intentional. Shadows of Incarceration: The Cowee 19 Story is an […]
Drafting Foundation Patterns
This class will provide an opportunity for students to create foundation blocks/slopers for a front and back bodice with darts, a basic sleeve, and a skirt. The blocks will serve as a foundation for creating new garments. Students will also learn basic patternmaking techniques, such as dart manipulation, drafting princess lines and learn how to […]
Simple Garment Construction
Join this immersive 12-week sewing course in which you will master essential techniques and construction methods for creating clothing. Students will master sewing machine operation, explore textiles and notions, gain an understanding of sewing patterns, and learn the ins and outs of how a garment is made. Throughout the class we will create a comprehensive […]
Donna Ray Norton Musician Talk
Donna Ray Norton Musician Talk
Join us for an exclusive breakdown of Appalachian ballad singing culture presented by 8th generation musician Donna Ray Norton. Norton has released three albums, been featured in countless concerts, documentaries and festivals and is a highly regarded member of the Madison County ballad singers and storytellers. This program is a being presented in partnership with […]
20 Years of Community Gardening Historical Tour
20 Years of Community Gardening Historical Tour
Join us to learn about our community’s beautiful history, as we celebrate 20 years of community building, growing, and teaching at the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden. Diana McCall, Garden Manager from 2007-2022, will share stories and wisdom while we walk through the space, appreciating the history and current success of the garden. Learn about […]
Needle Felted Wee Pumpkins
Needle Felted Wee Pumpkins
Blend richly colored wool and silk, then learn how to 3D needle felt small pumpkins. Make up to three. All supplies included. Take your felting pad and needles home to make more. Instructor: award-winning, Franklin, N.C. fiber artist Kim Keelor of CarolinaArtworks.com. $10 off for students returning after bear class if they bring their […]
Madison County Barn Day
Madison County Barn Day
The ninth annual Madison County Barn Day on Saturday, September 14 begins with a tour (starting at 1:30pm) and will end with a meal at Mars Landing Galleries. This new location will take you from downtown Mars Hill to a few unique barns in the Mars Hill area. After the tour, you will drive over […]
