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
John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road , Brasstown
sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Museum of the Cherokee People 598 Tsali Blvd., NC, Cherokee
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Cherokee Indian Fair
Experience the vibrant culture and traditions of the Cherokee people at the Cherokee Indian Fair. Held annually in Cherokee, NC, this lively event features a variety of activities and attractions, including traditional dance performances, arts and crafts displays, cultural demonstrations, and authentic Cherokee cuisine.
Boone Fall Fest
Buskers Fest will remain a vibrant, open-air street festival, organized in partnership with the Downtown Boone Development Association and the Town of Boone Cultural Resources Department. Buskers, a unique and vibrant event, will take place on the First Friday of October from 5pm to 9pm. As you stroll through the streets of Downtown Boone, you'll […]
Willow Basket Weaving
*YOU CAN CAMP AT RARE BIRD FOR THE ENTIRE WEEKEND AND GET A FREE INTIMATE CONCERT WITH ANYA HINKLE ON SATURDAY EVENING. Weaving willow baskets is a practice in revitalizing the quality and integrity of our cultural functions. This weaving tradition is one of the oldest and historically important materials to all of Europe. Willow […]
John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
The Annual Fall Festival was established in 1974 and is held each year on the first full weekend in October, with this year falling on October 5th & 6th, 2024. There are three outdoor areas for vendors, including juried and non-juried areas, that wind along parts of our beautiful 270-acre campus. In 2023, over 200 […]
Bluegrass River Jam
Stop by the farm for a day filled with live Bluegrass music, craft vendors, food trucks, hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and more. Check the website for hours.
Glaze Days II with Mayco Colors
Glaze Days II with Mayco Colors
Tryon Arts & Crafts School with Mayco Colors Presents GLAZE DAZE, a 1-Day seminar including 3 demonstrations and student exercises in the application of Mayco glaze products. TACS Invites potters and ceramic artists to the third “Glaze Daze”, an all-inclusive day of learning and fun with Mayco Colors. Crista Toler, Mayco representative, will lead three (3) unique glazing […]
Westside Mixers – Metals
Westside Mixers – Metals
This outdoor event will be held on TACS' west side of campus, and is open to the public Live music will be provided by Zoe & Cloyd, craft demonstrations by various artists representing Jewelry, Welding, and Forge studios, German-style food by John Wilson of Rural Seed will be cooked on the TACS Grill and available for purchase, Ruby's Bar provided […]
Colorfest
Colorfest
Colorfest Arts & Craft Festival in Dillsboro, NC, is a vibrant celebration of creativity, community, and culture nestled in the picturesque landscapes of North Carolina. This annual event showcases a kaleidoscope of artistic expressions, offering visitors a sensory feast of colors, textures, and craftsmanship. Immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with local artisans, craftsmen, […]
Hot Springs Art Trail
Hot Springs Art Trail
We invite you to join us for the annual Hot Springs Art Trail. Visitors and residents are invited to walk the self-guided “trail,” see artworks, and meet artists. Most art will be offered for sale. The “trailhead” is Gallery339, Hot Springs first dedicated fine art gallery. Enjoy the self-guided ‘trail’ through downtown Hot Springs, exploring art […]
Jeff Little Trio
Jeff Little Trio
Jeff Little is an award-winning musician from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With few exceptions, the piano does not play a prominent part in Appalachian or Americana music, and is rarely the lead instrument. But Jeff Little is an exception – and a remarkable one. Jeff has not only been recognized as a […]
