Foxfire Mountaineer Festival
We are thrilled to announce the return of the annual Foxfire Mountaineer Festival! Join us for a day of arts, crafts, music, and more, all in celebration of our Appalachian culture! Admission: $5...
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Music
Canjo-Making Workshop
Join Les Barnett for an afternoon of canjo-making! Canjos are one-stringed instruments, perfect for kids of all ages. Kits will be available for purchase on-site; there is no additional charge for...
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It Still Lives: Season 2, Back to School
As students every where prepare for drastic changes to their schooling, we thought we’d take a look back at school in the early 1900s. This month, we feature interviews from Richard Norton,...
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It Still Lives: Season 2, Movies Made in Rabun
Our small corner of Northeast Georgia has surprisingly been the filming site of several movies, as far back as the 1950s. In this month’s episode, we feature oral histories from local folk who...
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It Still Lives: Season 2, Shape Note Music
In Appalachia, shape-note singing dominated musical and religious groups. Shape-note music, often referred to by the song book used, such as Sacred Harp or Christian Harmony, uses different...
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Heritage Days
A Celebration of Southern Appalachian Culture. Join us for a full day of interpretive demonstrations of weaving, blacksmithing, basketry, open hearth cooking, broom making, bark berry baskets, corn...
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Music on the Mountain
Join us on The Land to enjoy music by local artists the second Saturday of the month. Doors 6:30 pm, music at 7:00 pm. Suggested donation of $10, no registration required. Bring a picnic and some...
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Learning in a Time of Quarantine
School may be out, but learning never stops! Looking for more activities for your kids? Try out these heritage-focused activities! For more learning opportunities, check out our education page, our...
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