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Spark of the Eagle Dancer: The Collecting Legacy of Lambert Wilson
The WCU Fine Art Museum at Bardo Arts Center is delighted to announce its recent exhibition Spark of the Eagle Dancer: The Collecting Legacy of Lambert Wilson, which opened August 8, 2023, and was initially set to close December 8, 2023, will now be open until June 28, 2024. It is the Museum’s hope that […]
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 […]
sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
The Museum of the Cherokee People is pleased to announce the opening of sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, an exhibition that illuminates the complexities of tribal sovereignty and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ continuing legacy of resilience. Featuring objects sourced from the Museum of the Cherokee People’s […]
Farm Tours at Rare Bird Farm
Every Friday at 3pm April - October we host farm tours for pre-paid registrants. Someone will show you around the farm, introduce you to the animals, give you a history and update on the farm, it’s buildings and structures, what we’re growing and what grows here naturally. We orient you with a map, have fresh […]
David Collins: Birds Through a Camera’s Lens Opening Reception
An exhibit by bird photographer David Collins featuring original bird photographs from the Americas printed on metal panels using a HD sublimation process. Presented in partnership with the Yadkin Arts Council and Audubon NC. Photos will be available for sale and proceeds will benefit these organizations. About the Artist: David Collins, MD retired from medical practice […]
Murphy First Friday Art Walk
Murphy First Friday Art Walk, every month May through December, downtown Murphy, NC, 5-8pm. Arts and crafts vendors along the sidewalks, live music on the Square and in many shops and restaurants, crafts for kids, and tons of fun for the whole family! Rain or shine, free to attend and free for vendors. See our […]
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 […]
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Toe River Chamber Ensemble Spring Concert
Toe River Chamber Ensemble Spring Concert
Tuesday, May 28 is the date for the Toe River Chamber Ensemble’s annual spring concert that will be held at 7:30 pm at the First Baptist Church on the Burnsville Square. The concert is free and open to the public, but graciously accepts donations that provide music for the orchestra. Director Kevin Paul leads the […]
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8 events,
North Carolina Trail Days
North Carolina Trail Days in Elkin celebrates the many outdoor recreation opportunities found in small towns throughout the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills. At the junction of three state trails, Elkin is a true trails town. NC Trail Days has grown to a four-day event, aligning with National Trails Day on the first Saturday of June and […]
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Toe River Arts Studio Tour
Participation in the Toe River Arts Spring & Fall Studio Tours is an exclusive opportunity for our artist members. This self-guided, driving tour featuring between 85 – 100 Toe River Artists offers local and visiting art collectors the chance to see our artists in their natural, creative studio habitats. A true glimpse into the mind […]
Trails and Trains Festival in Old Fort
See you at the 2nd annual Trails & Trains Festival on June 1st, 2024! Mark your calendar and help us celebrate North Carolina as the Great Trails State by joining us in downtown Old Fort, North Carolina. Come celebrate with us the rich history of our Blue Ridge Mountain community by focusing on its pathways […]
Friday Night Live Concert Series: Byrds & Crows
Friday Night Live Concert Series: Byrds & Crows
Transylvania County based Byrds & Crows play songs deeply rooted in the Appalachian Mountains, with styles ranging from bluegrass to folk to early country.
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Glass Mosaics 1 – 2-Day Intensive with Wendy West
No prior knowledge or experience required. Students will complete a glass mosaic project for interior decor. Please wear closed toed shoes. Materials fee: To be determined. 10:00 am-4:00 pm each day
Mini Craft Fair at the Folk Art Center
Mini Craft Fair at the Folk Art Center
The Southern Highland Craft Guild will host its fourth-annual Mini Craft Fairs in the lower-level parking area of the Folk Art Center this Spring. This fair takes place Saturday, June 1st, 10:00 am-4:00 pm, and will feature 40 different artists. Twenty booths will fill the parking lot featuring a variety of media crafted by members […]
DO TELL Music, Singing, and Storytelling Festival
DO TELL Music, Singing, and Storytelling Festival
This FREE community event features storytellers, Singers, and musicians for an afternoon of live family fun. Hear stories hot off the tongue interspersed with singing. Bring a picnic! Rain or shine ages 5-99. See steap.net for more information.
Saturdays on Pine Concert Series: High 5
Saturdays on Pine Concert Series: High 5
High 5's sound incorporates rock, blues, Americana, bluegrass, country, jazz as well as other musical styles to provide a set list that is familiar and eclectic at the same time.
12 events,
3rd Annual Asheville Honey Fest
3rd Annual Asheville Honey Fest
Get ready for a truly sweet celebration that promises to tantalize your taste buds and create a delightful buzz in the air – the Third Annual Asheville HoneyFest is back, and it's better than ever! There will be live music, vendors, food trucks and a chance for guests to sample and purchase both local and […]
7 events,
7 events,
8 events,
Creation Class: Intro to Basketry
Creation Class: Intro to Basketry
Participants will learn the fundamentals of basket weaving and create their very own unique basket. All necessary materials will be provided for this relaxing and enjoyable class. This class is limited to six students.
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Painting on Silk 2-Day Workshop with Ellen Davison
Using paints made for silk, participants will come up with their own designs and then transfer them to silk and apply paint. They will learn how to use resist, salt, stencils and painting techniques. Students will also learn to combine textures and blend colors. The second piece of silk will be painted without resist to […]
Friday Night Live Concert Series: The Foxfire Boys
Friday Night Live Concert Series: The Foxfire Boys
Formed in the early 1980s, The Foxfire Boys grew out of its members' participation in The Foxfire Fund's Appalachian culture and music program in Northeast Georgia. Performing bluegrass blends, the band has since graced the stage at the Grand Ole Opry.
2024 Summer Tracks: Firecracker Jazz Band
2024 Summer Tracks: Firecracker Jazz Band
The Firecracker Jazz Band delights audiences with the sounds of Dixieland, New Orleans, and early 20th century Jazz—paying homage to greats such as Jelly Roll Morton, Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, among others. For more than two decades, this string and horn ensemble has graced stages from street corners of Asheville to the Kennedy Center and […]
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Sandburg Music Festival Offers Mountain and Blues Music and Square Dancing
Sandburg Music Festival Offers Mountain and Blues Music and Square Dancing
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site celebrates the annual Sandburg Music Festival on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 10am to 3pm. This free festival, supported by the Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara, the Arts Council of Henderson County, and America’s National Parks (park store manager), offers live music at the amphitheater and barnyard. The […]
Broom Making Workshop with Dustin Cecil
Broom Making Workshop with Dustin Cecil
Instructor Dustin Cecil will be in town to teach you in this fun event. Students will make a primitive cobweb broom in the traditional style. This lightweight narrow broom is great for reaching all the places cobwebs can be found- Great for sweeping the ceiling too. These brooms are functional but make great decorative items, […]
7 events,
7 events,
7 events,
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Next Level Throwing with Dottie Baker
In this class we will start with where you are in your throwing journey and go to the next level. If your goal is to make pots you like better than the ones you are making now, this is the place to be. We will work on technical skills, but also on good form and […]
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Door to Drawers Pottery Workshop with Marina Bosetti
Are you ready to take your ceramic skills to the next level? Join our intermediate ceramic class, where you'll learn the art of stiff slab construction. This technique involves using slabs to create intricate structures that hold drawers, nooks, windows, and doors, allowing you to reveal and hide treasures you bring to class. Structure options […]
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Friday Night Concert Series: Spare Parts Bluegrass Band
Friday Night Concert Series: Spare Parts Bluegrass Band
Hailing from Upstate SC, Spare Parts Bluegrass Band delivers delicate harmonies as well as tried and true barn burners within the bluegrass genre. With over 50-years of musical experience amongst them, Spare Parts Bluegrass is comprised of a tight-knit group of multi-instrumentalists and talented vocalists that you do not want to miss.
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Saturdays on Pine Concert Series: Back Porch Orchestra
Saturdays on Pine Concert Series: Back Porch Orchestra
While Back Porch Orchestra started their journey as a modern band, there’s no doubt that they’re shaped by their homegrown, traditional roots. They prefer both original material rooted in blues, bluegrass, country, and classic rock, or covering any of your favorite hits from the 1950s to present day.
9 events,
8 events,
9 events,
Glazing the Cloisonné Way with Marina Bosetti
Are you looking to explore your artistic side and learn a new skill while having fun? Look no further than the Glazing the Cloisonné Way workshop. You'll discover how to transform internet images into original drawings and then use them to make beautiful ceramic tiles using the cuerda seca glaze technique. This workshop is suitable […]
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8 events,
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Friday Night Live Concert Series: Curtis Blackwell Band
Friday Night Live Concert Series: Curtis Blackwell Band
Since forming the band with Sam Cobb and others in 1960, Curtis Blackwell has led Bill Monroe's Bluegrass Boys and been honored in the Atlanta Country Music Hall of Fame.
2024 Summer Tracks: Maya de Vitry Band
2024 Summer Tracks: Maya de Vitry Band
With a voice that transcends genre and works that NPR describes as “the perfect soundtrack for uncorking that emotion and (defiantly) loving life again,” Maya de Vitry has produced three acclaimed full-length albums—2019’s Adaptations, 2020’s How to Break a Fall, and 2022’s Violet Light. As she’s toured the world with her band—featuring Joel Timmons (acoustic […]
12 events,
Take a Stab at Sashiko Embroidery
Take a Stab at Sashiko Embroidery
Take a stab at Sashiko embroidery and show off your work with this simple little Envelope Pouch. Sashiko literally means ‘little stabs’ and is a traditional embroidery style in which geometric patterns are reproduced in white thread contrasted on a dark fabric. The stitches are simple running stitches – the perfect project for beginners who […]
Dairy Processing 101 with Mary Cutter
Dairy Processing 101 with Mary Cutter
In this workshop we'll do a deep dive into the basics of processing raw(unpasteurized and non-homogenized) milk from the farm to the kitchen. This class will give you the foundational knowledge to process milk at home to make some of your favorite grocery store dairy products like butter, yogurt, and fresh cheeses like ricotta and mozzarella. […]
Saturdays on Pine Concert Series: The HC Oakes Band
Saturdays on Pine Concert Series: The HC Oakes Band
The HC Oakes Band covers songs by Tom Petty, Delbert McClinton, The Rolling Stones, Eagles, Allman Brothers, Chris Stapleton, Jason Isbell, Tyler Childers and many more.
7 events,
8 events,
Creation Class: Painted Coffee Mugs
Creation Class: Painted Coffee Mugs
ou will choose two coffee mugs. Then, artist, Barbara Brook, will guide you through various techniques to help you design and paint unique, personalized coffee mugs that you will cherish for years to come. All materials will be provided for you.
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7 events,
7 events,
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Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive-About Tour
Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive-About Tour
Twice a year the Stecoah Valley Center organizes an Arts & Crafts Drive About. We invite you to begin at our Artisan Gallery and travel through our ancient Cherokee lands to see new crafts. Local artisans look forward to welcoming visitors to their studios and galleries. A printed map and directions are available at the […]
Creation Class: Naturally Dyed Bandannas
Creation Class: Naturally Dyed Bandannas
Class Objectives: In this workshop, participants will experience the magic of natural dyes, creating two one-of-a-kind dyed bandannas. Class Description: Participants will experiment with basic tie-dye and shibori techniques to fold, roll, bind, or manipulate lightweight organic cotton bandannas. Multiple natural dye pots will be available, for different color options. The tied/bound bandannas will simmer for […]
Friday Night Live Concert Series: Johnny Webb Band
Friday Night Live Concert Series: Johnny Webb Band
Offering laid-back, yet seasoned, country music, the Johnny Webb Band performs selections spanning more than 50 years with a down home flavor.
9 events,
Cowee Valley Pottery Festival
Cowee Valley Pottery Festival
Visit the Cowee Pottery School to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Come see live demonstrations, make your own pottery, and view and purchase ceramic art from the school's skilled potters.
Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive-About Tour
Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive-About Tour
Twice a year the Stecoah Valley Center organizes an Arts & Crafts Drive About. We invite you to begin at our Artisan Gallery and travel through our ancient Cherokee lands to see new crafts. Local artisans look forward to welcoming visitors to their studios and galleries. A printed map and directions are available at the […]
An Appalachian Evening with Dale Ann Bradley
An Appalachian Evening with Dale Ann Bradley
Dale Ann Bradley is an internationally recognized bluegrass artist with 2 Grammy nominations and 6 awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association for Best Female Vocalist. Having performed at the famed Grand Ole Opry and been inducted into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, Dale Ann has no shortage of recognition for her work in the […]
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Pervasive Vine Ribbed Basket Weaving with Nancy Basket
Pervasive Vine Ribbed Basket Weaving with Nancy Basket
Using more prolific naturals, such as Wisteria, Virginia Creeper, English Ivy, Grape Vine and split Kudzu vines to weave a small ribbed basket. Nancy Basket takes her name from the work she does and a Cherokee grandmother long ago, Margaret Basket. She’s made vessels from natural materials for more than 40 years. Expect serious humor, […]
Eastern Festival Orchestra with Béla Fleck
Eastern Festival Orchestra with Béla Fleck
Experience a night of groundbreaking musical fusion as the Eastern Music Festival Orchestra, under the baton of Gerard Schwarz, collaborates with 16-time Grammy-winning banjo master Béla Fleck. Béla will showcase his unique interpretation of Gershwin’s iconic “Rhapsody in Blue” (which turns 100 this year!), seamlessly weaving his virtuosity with the orchestra accompanying him, followed by […]
