Art
Scholars & Scones: Finding Folk Art in North Carolina
In this talk entitled Finding Folk Art in North Carolina, collector Barry Huffman will discuss selected artists in the exhibit including Raymond Coins, Minnie Reinhardt and her daughter Arie Taylor, Burlon Craig, Hubert Walters and James Harold Jennings. Barry will briefly review the history of interest in contemporary folk art in the state over the […]
Handwriting of the Heart
Vance Birthplace State Historic Site 911 Reems Creek Road, Weaverville, NC, United StatesDuring the 2 years before their 1853 wedding, Zebulon Vance and Harriet Espy exchanged over 100 love letters. Using Hattie and Zeb's words as inspiration, craft a valentine for your own beloved! Try out a vintage salutation, make a stab at quill pen writing or calligraphy, and finish your letter with a wax seal.
Scholars & Scones: Toys and Times of Willard Watson
For generations Appalachian people found their livelihoods in the forest. My family, the Watsons of Deep Gap, North Carolina, are no exception. In this talk, I will investigate the toy making style of my great-grandfather Willard Cline Watson, and show how he used creativity in a traditional art form to validate his youth. Watson was: […]
Arts in March
Downtown Brevard Brevard, NC, United StatesThe Heart of Brevard will host an annual event celebrating local arts & culture in downtown Brevard, North Carolina. The evening will be filled with open studios & galleries, artist and author meet & greets, menu specials at restaurants, live music at various locations, and more. This event will be a wonderful way for local […]
Arts in March
Downtown Brevard Brevard, NC, United StatesOn Saturday, March the 23rd from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, the festivities will continue with artist demos, art talks, talks by local writers, featured artists & crafts people, culinary classes, menu specials at restaurants, live music, and more. This event will be a wonderful way for local residents and visitors alike to shake off […]
Generations of Creations: Spinning, Weaving, & Quilting
Transylvania Heritage Museum 189 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesVisit the Heritage Museum to see examples of our ancestor’s handiwork as well as the tools they used to create them. The exhibit will feature many items from local families, including a spinning wheel made by famous gun-maker, Matthew Gillespie.
Generations of Creations: Spinning, Weaving & Quilting
Transylvania Heritage Museum 189 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesVisit the Heritage Museum to see examples of our ancestor's handiwork as well as the tools they used to create them. The exhibit will feature many items from local families, including a spinning wheel made by famous gun-maker, Matthew Gillespie.
Generations of Creations: Spinning, Weaving & Quilting
Transylvania Heritage Museum 189 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesVisit the Heritage Museum to see examples of our ancestor’s handiwork as well as the tools they used to create them. The exhibit will feature many items from local families, including a spinning wheel made by famous gun-maker, Matthew Gillespie.
Southern Highland Craft Guild Glass & Metal Day
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC, United StatesMakers of the Southern Highland Craft Guild are preparing for the launch of their 2019 special event programming at the Folk Art Center with the fourth annual Glass and Metal Day. As a non-profit organization, the Guild provides experiential learning opportunities for the public to cultivate awareness of both handmade and craft. This is one […]
Generations of Creations: Spinning, Weaving & Quilting
Transylvania Heritage Museum 189 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesVisit the Heritage Museum to see examples of our ancestor's handiwork as well as the tools they used to create them. The exhibit will feature many items from local families, including a spinning wheel made by famous gun-maker, Matthew Gillespie.
Generations of Creations: Spinning, Weaving & Quilting
Transylvania Heritage Museum 189 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesVisit the Heritage Museum to see examples of our ancestor’s handiwork as well as the tools they used to create them. The exhibit will feature many items from local families, including a spinning wheel made by famous gun-maker, Matthew Gillespie.
April Craft Market
Old Rock School 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United StatesOver 40 craft, gift, and food vendors! The first 100 shoppers will receive a canvas shopping tote!
