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The Museum of the Cherokee Indian Presents: Disruption Exhibit
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian (MCI) opens Disruption, an art intervention of the Museum’s permanent exhibition. Featuring works by 36 enrolled members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and Cherokee Nation, Disruption is an artists’ response to the removal of funerary and culturally sensitive objects from public view. Located on the Qualla […]
2023 Graduating Class of Haywood Community College’s Professional Crafts Program
The Southern Highland Craft Guild opens its Main Gallery exhibition at the Folk Art Center showcasing the Graduating Class of 2023 of Haywood Community College’s Professional Crafts Program on May 13th. Located on the second floor until September 6th, the show continues the historical relationship between the Southern Highland Craft Guild and Haywood, an educational […]
4 events,
Grandfather Mountain: Rhododendron Ramble
Grandfather Mountain: Rhododendron Ramble
Take a daily, short, guided stroll at 2 PM that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. Included with admission. See the blooms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks take approximately 20 minutes and are fit for guests of all ages – wheelchair […]
Garden Pottery Class
Garden Pottery Class
Register for our upcoming pottery class! Classes meet on Tuesday’s for a 5-week course designed for beginning or intermediate adults (18+). Students will explore handbuilding and slab work as well as learn various decorating and glazing techniques. Students will create multiple pieces throughout the course that are perfect to add to any garden or patio. […]
3 events,
Grandfather Mountain: Rhododendron Ramble
Grandfather Mountain: Rhododendron Ramble
Take a daily, short, guided stroll at 2 PM that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. Included with admission. See the blooms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks take approximately 20 minutes and are fit for guests of all ages – wheelchair […]
3 events,
Grandfather Mountain: Rhododendron Ramble
Take a daily, short, guided stroll at 2 PM that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. Included with admission. See the blooms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks take approximately 20 minutes and are fit for guests of all ages – wheelchair […]
7 events,
Blue Ridge Fiber Fest
The event is held at the Higgins Fairgrounds in Sparta, NC. Admission is free! Hours are 9:00 am-5:00 pm each day. We will have classes, demonstrations and events galore! Plus lots of great vendors for your shopping pleasure. History of the festival The first annual Blue Ridge Fiber Fest was held in Sparta, North Carolina on […]
Toe River Arts Spring Studio Tour
Mark your calendars for the 2023 Toe River Arts Spring Studio Tour, happening June 2 – June 4, 2023. This driving tour through Mitchell and Yancey Counties will take visitors along the meandering Toe River, across its many bridges, around barns, acres of fields, and miles of forests all while visiting the talented studio artists […]
Grandfather Mountain: Rhododendron Ramble
Take a daily, short, guided stroll at 2 PM that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. Included with admission. See the blooms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks take approximately 20 minutes and are fit for guests of all ages – wheelchair […]
Drawing and Perspective Sketching
Drawing and Perspective Sketching
The workshop begins with drawing techniques to help the artist planning a painting including the importance of value sketches and composition sketches. How to draw what you see in the field and review some tools to assist you. Most importantly you will learn simple tricks for doing good perspective sketches that will drastically improve your […]
10 events,
Grandfather Mountain: Rhododendron Ramble
Take a daily, short, guided stroll at 2 PM that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. Included with admission. See the blooms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks take approximately 20 minutes and are fit for guests of all ages – wheelchair […]
National Trails Day at Grandfather Mountain
National Trails Day at Grandfather Mountain
Hit the trails and celebrate this national holiday, not to mention NC State Park’s Year of the Trail. Join us for guided hikes throughout the day and meet with a ranger to learn the 10 essentials of hiking and backpacking.
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 […]
6 events,
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 […]
3 events,
Garden Pottery Class
Garden Pottery Class
Register for our upcoming pottery class! Classes meet on Tuesday’s for a 5-week course designed for beginning or intermediate adults (18+). Students will explore handbuilding and slab work as well as learn various decorating and glazing techniques. Students will create multiple pieces throughout the course that are perfect to add to any garden or patio. […]
5 events,
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 […]
9 events,
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 […]
3 events,
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 […]
3 events,
Garden Pottery Class
Garden Pottery Class
Register for our upcoming pottery class! Classes meet on Tuesday’s for a 5-week course designed for beginning or intermediate adults (18+). Students will explore handbuilding and slab work as well as learn various decorating and glazing techniques. Students will create multiple pieces throughout the course that are perfect to add to any garden or patio. […]
3 events,
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 […]
4 events,
Summer Concert Series: Mountain Heart
Summer Concert Series: Mountain Heart
Mountain Heart is the band that has been fearlessly revolutionizing the way acoustic music can be presented and played. The band's name has been synonymous with cutting-edge excellence in acoustic music circles since the group's creation. Widely known throughout the music industry for continually redefining the boundaries of acoustic music, the band has gained legions […]
3 events,
Photography Made Easy Workshop – Product Photography Using Your Cell Phone
Photography Made Easy Workshop – Product Photography Using Your Cell Phone
Documenting your work can be simpler than you think! During this workshop we will discuss tools and techniques to create images to highlight your work, products, or business in the best way possible. We will cover using a smartphone, editing apps, and various apparatus. We will work together to create some images of your work, […]
5 events,
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 […]
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 […]
3 events,
Fine Tuned Concert: Bayla Davis with Cary Fridley, Donna Ray Norton with Josh Goforth, and The Allen Boys with DaShawn Hickman and Kelley Breiding
Fine Tuned Concert: Bayla Davis with Cary Fridley, Donna Ray Norton with Josh Goforth, and The Allen Boys with DaShawn Hickman and Kelley Breiding
Bayla Davis and Cary Fridley Donna Ray Norton Josh Goforth The Allen Boys Kelley Breiding Be one of the first to hear and experience the next wave of emerging artists in Western North Carolina. This summer, the Blue Ridge Music Trails’ trailblazing musical project, Fine Tuned, supports the next generation as they take to the […]
3 events,
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 […]
3 events,
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!
