Shape Note Singing
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GALearn the tradition of shape note singing this spring at Foxfire! Lead by Stefani Priskos of the John C. Campbell Folk School, we'll explore the history and technique of Sacred Harp music. This traditional mountain style music features four-part harmonies that follow different shaped notes. Event is included with general admission - please just reserve […]
Spring Chicken Sewing Workshop
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GASew a spring chicken! These little friends are so fun to make and will teach you basic hand-sewing skills. Ages 6 and up, all supplies included, no experience necessary. Kids and adults are both welcome! (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult) Register HERE.
Cigar Box Dulcimer Workshop
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GACigar Box Dulcimer In this two-day class you will build your own cigar box dulcimer. Box and all parts needed are supplied but, feel free to bring your own box if you like. Come dressed prepared to get a little sawdust on yourself. We will be using basic hand tools. We will cover construction, tuning, […]
Appalachian Women: How to Spark Storytelling in Your Community
April 8th, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Tallulah Adventures, 11785 Highway 441, Tallulah Falls, GA Join us for an interactive discussion on Foxfire’s newest publication, the Foxfire Book of Appalachian Women. During the session, you’ll learn about oral history and the impact it can have on your community. We’ll cover how to start recording oral histories […]
Foxfire Fiber Friends
Rabun County Public Library 73 Jo Dotson Cir, Clayton, GAStop by the Rabun County Public Library to spend an afternoon with Foxfire artists Sharon Grist and Kelly Coldren. Bring along your current fiber project – whether it’s knitting, crocheting, spinning, felting, embroidery, or more! This is a casual event to share in the crafts that we love. We meet monthly on the second Tuesday […]
Lunch & Learn at Rabun County Public Library
Rabun County Public Library 73 Jo Dotson Cir, Clayton, GAHungry for knowledge? Head on over to the Rabun County Public Library for our quarterly Lunch & Learn series! Featuring speakers from the Foxfire Museum and the Rabun County Historical Society, these free community events will introduce you to local topics. No registration necessary; all are welcome. Thursday, April 13th from 11:30 am to 12:30 […]
Beginning Weaving
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GAThis two-day introduction to weaving is taught by resident weaver Sharon Grist and covers: the mechanics of three kinds of floor looms how to do graph paper draw-downs of weave structures the process of making a warp how to properly thread heddles and reeds dressing the loom winding a proper bobbin hem-stitching the fabric Students […]
Beginning Needle Felting
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GALearn the basics of needle felting! In this two-hour course, fiber artist Kelly Coldren will teach you the basics of sculpting wool using needles. These techniques can be used to make a variety of creations, from beads and garland to woodland critters! The course fee covers instruction, use of tools, and materials. Each attendee will […]