Upcoming Events
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Spring Wildcrafting Workshop
Explore the incredible bounty of spring wild foods and herbs growing on the Land. During the first half of our workshop, we will take a wild plant and mushroom ramble […]
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Foxfire Fiber Friends
Stop by the Rabun County Public Library at 73 Jo Dotson Circle in Clayton, GA to spend an afternoon with Foxfire fiber artists Sharon Grist, Kelly Coldren, & Jordan Adams. […]
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Spoon Carving Class
In this class we will start with a fresh, native hardwood, and turn it into a beautiful and functional utensil. Let your creativity guide you while also learning safe and […]
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Broom Making Class
Learn the skills and techniques to go home with your own, functioning hand (and foot) tied round broom! We will have fun, learn history, and get the feel for the […]
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Heritage Days
Explore Appalachian history and culture during this two-day festival, held at the Foxfire Museum. Each day will feature special demonstrations, hands-on activities, and music for the whole family! The Cost […]
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Community Dye Day
Unfortunately, due to the weather forecast, we are postponing this event until June 8th during our Heritage Day Festival. We apologize for any inconvenience. Join us for a summer community […]
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Poplar Basket Class
Learn to take the bark of the native tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) and turn it into a handy basket to hold berries, mushrooms, flowers, snacks, or just to hang on […]
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Poplar Basket Making Class
Learn to take the bark of the native tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) and turn it into a handy basket to hold berries, mushrooms, flowers, snacks, or just to hang on […]
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Soapmaking Class
Come join Miss Jenny and Briar Stevens as you spend an honest day making old-fashioned Lye soap. Old-fashion in a sense that you can pronounce the ingredients and understand the […]
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Cordage/Glue Making Class
The construction of cordage and glue by first communities likely represented a significant leap forward for humanity, not unlike learning to make the first tools. Andrew Lee brings significant teaching […]
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Summer Foraging Walk
Enjoy a guided plant and fungi identification walk at the Foxfire Museum. Southern Appalachia is one of the most botanically diverse regions of the world. On this walk, led by […]
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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 […]
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Basic Basket Making Class 3
BASKET CLASS 3 Aug.17 "We'll make a small basket style that Paula calls 'the Potato Basket.' Moderate hand strength is required for this class. Bring wooden clothespins if you have them, […]
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Flintknapping
Learn the essentials of flint knapping from Foxfire contact Jim Enloe. Classes include basic instruction on how to shape flint and other stones into useful tools such as knives, axe […]
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Snake Class will be moved to Spring 2025
This Class will be moved to Spring 2025 Join Dr. Chris Jenkins, CEO of The Orianne Society, as he presents the rich diversity of reptilian species found in this region, […]
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Mushroom Identification Walk
Come join the fun as we meet at 10:30 to discuss common beginner edible mushrooms in Georgia and then walk the beautiful acreage at Foxfire Museum to search for wild […]
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Basic Blacksmithing Class
Using a coal forge, you will learn hammering techniques essential to blacksmithing. This is a hands-on class. Bring along your lunch and please wear long pants and closed toe shoes. […]
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Atlatl and Darts Workshop
The Atlatl and Darts workshop is broken into a morning and afternoon session, six hours of instruction total. First, students will be given a short piece of river cane and […]