Art
Cherokee Art and Storytelling
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us for an artful afternoon! In conjunction with A Living Language: Cherokee Syllabary and Contemporary Art, we welcome Sarah Thompson, Jarrett Wildcatt, and exhibition artists Tara McCoy and Mary Thompson. Drop in to enjoy artist demonstrations in pottery and basket weaving, traditional storytelling and flute, and a slideshow presentation on Cherokee heritage and culture. All […]
Build a Tenor Ukulele with Michael Burger
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United StatesStudents will learn how to construct a tenor ukulele. Instructor will provide a kit that includes pre-formed raw materials, tuners, fret wire, and strings. Students will learn wood bending, precise measuring, hand tooling, nut carving, bridge and saddle carving, fret slotting, pressing, leveling, crowning, and polishing. Students will also learn basic wood finishing. Students who […]
Brooms | Live Demo
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC, United StatesSecond generation broom-maker Marlow Gates will be demonstrating this traditional Appalachian craft in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928. 10:00 am-4:00 pm.
Quilts: The Stories They Tell
Mountain Heritage Center Hunter Library, 176 Central Drive, WCU, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesTwenty-five quilts from the Mountain Heritage Center's extensive collection featuring Album, Crazy, and Patchwork quilt styles. Stories of makers, families, and community members as well as local and national patterns, techniques and materials, and the perceptions of quilts will be showcased. View old favorites as well as new acquisitions and quilts that have never been […]
2nd Annual Turned and Carved Wood Bowl Exhibition and Sale
Foundation Woodworks 17 Foundy Street, Suite 10, Asheville, NC, United StatesDuring the month of April, Foundation Woodworks will feature work from a dozen local and regional wood turning and hand carved wood artisans. In conjunction with the show, the Gallery will offer a 10% discount on select turnings, as well as, turned and hand carved bowls. Work will be featured from Warren Carpenter (bowls), Seneca, […]
Glass & Metal Day
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC, United StatesShowcasing the elements and craft processes of metal and glass, Guild Makers will demonstrate a range of techniques~ each with their own distinct touch and style. Demonstrations include blacksmithing, glass blowing, piercing, soldering, knife making, bezeling, repoussé, copper etching, assembling stained glass, forging, and many more. Watch and learn about two of the oldest craft […]
Asheville’s Grovewood Gallery Celebrates 30 Years
Grovewood Gallery 111 Grovewood Road #2, Asheville, NC, United StatesOn April 9 and 10, from 11 am - 4 pm, Grovewood Gallery in Asheville will celebrate a milestone anniversary with Cheers to 30! Join them for a weekend of artist demonstrations, live music, and festive food and drinks. Shoppers will also save 10% on gallery merchandise (excluding sculptures by Lyman Whitaker.) This event is […]
Weaverville Art Safari Spring Studio Tour 2022
The Weaverville Art Safari is one of the original studio tours in the Asheville Area. It is a self guided free event that offers a unique look at the artist’s work in their working environment, featuring artists who specialize in handmade pottery, glass, photography, sculpture, jewelry, furniture, painting, drawing, fiber art, wood art and more. […]
Jagged Path: the African Diaspora in Western North Carolina in Craft, Music, and Dance
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 GINNY STEVENS LANE , BLOWING ROCK, North Carolina, United StatesBRAHM (Blowing Rock Art & History Museum) is excited to open the exhibition, Jagged Path: the African Diaspora in Western North Carolin in Craft, Music, and Dance. The in-person exhibition is accompanied by a program series, digital exhibit, book, and traveling exhibit. The Jagged Path seeks to illuminate the obscured history of African contributions to […]
Spring Craft Market
Old Rock School 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United StatesEnjoy browsing unique, handcrafted items from over 50 vendors at our Spring Craft Market!
First Fridays with Black Pug Pottery
The Hub Station Arts Center Cedar Valley Road, Hudson, North Carolina, United StatesYou are invited to a pottery demonstration with Rebecca and Sally, two retired Ohio educators and owners of Black Pug Pottery. Unable to stick with one type of pottery, the artists create a fun line of high fired stoneware, Pet Lover Mugs & Stuff. Drop by and say hello!
2022 NC Butterfly Festival
Downtown Hudson Central Street, Hudson, North Carolina, United StatesThe Hudson Butterfly Festival is the oldest festival in Caldwell County. The festival will feature arts, crafts, food & drink from area vendors, great entertainment, and plenty of children’s activities. Enjoy the festival and explore the Hub Station Arts Center while you're in town!