Transylvania Heritage Museum's 3nd Annual
Appalachian Folk Festival
Saturday, June 29
10am - 3pm
Step into a world filled with the rich tapestry of Appalachian Culture!
Join us for a day packed with music, artisan demonstrations, historical wonders, and fun activities for all ages.
Explore the 1815 Allison Deaver House, a gem of history nestled in the mountains. Get ready to be entertained by the
musical talents of The Pearls and Award-winning performer Laura Blackley, who will regale you with tales of mountain life. Watch the J.Creek Cloggers bring the spirit of Appalachia to life through dance, and maybe try your hand (or foot) at it as well!. Listen to local historian Yvonne McCall Dickson share captivating stories of Life in a Logging Camp passed down through generations. Grab your family, a blanket, or chairs, and be part of this unforgettable experience!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
On Stage
10:00-10:15 Welcome
10:15-11:05 The Pearls
11:15-12:15 The J Creek Cloggers
12:30-1:00 Life In A Logging Camp/Yvonne McCall Dickson
1:30-2:30 Laura Blackley
On the Grounds
Artisans, Vendors and Historic Displays
Children's Activities
Historic House Tours
LUNCH
Lunch will be available for purchase from Amazing Grace Barbeque
EVENT INFORMATION
This is a free family event.
Parking is available at the Taco Bell end of the Walmart Parking lot and visitors are
encouraged to enter the property from that direction.
To learn more about Transylvania County History, visit the Transylvania Heritage Museum at 189 West Main Street, Brevard NC. The Museum is open Thursday through Saturday, from noon until 4:00 pm. The exhibit Mountain Legacies: Exploring Appalachian Culture will run until mid-October. The exhibit and accompanying programs have been supported by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.