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John C. Campbell Folk School
The Folk School offers visitors a chance to experience a special blend of history, art and natural beauty in the mountains of Western North Carolina.
http://www.folkschool.org/
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- Hands on Crafts Learn about pottery, weaving, quilting, and basketry techniques and traditions in online studios.
- Lesson plan: History in quilts Students will recognize how people from different cultures and time periods have passed down the tradition of quiltmaking.
- NC Folk Artists It is important to recognize and preserve the art forms of North Carolina. On this site the artists explain their art through audio, video, images, and text.
- Lesson plan: Observing connections: North Carolina pottery and face jugs This is the third lesson in a series of three in which students are creating art based on their observations: Lesson 1 Observing connections—art, poetry and the environment; Lesson 2 Observing connections—changing landscapes; Lesson 3 Observing connections—North Carolina pottery and face jugs.
Related pages
- Old Depot: The museum provides exhibits that honor the local and mountain heritage and crafts. A photographic exhibit in the Caboose Museum shows the pictures of the history of the depot and has railroad memorabilia and music of the era.
- Blue Ridge Parkway Folk Art Center: Students will enjoy visiting the folk art center and learning about the heritage of the southern Appalachian mountain people.
- Homegrown Handmade: Culture and agriculture come together on these unique “agri-cultural” trails which can be found in 72 North Carolina counties.
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- Learn more about 20th century, Appalachia, Clay County, North Carolina, artisans, arts, baskets, blacksmiths, cooking, crafts, folk art, glass, history, history museums, music, nature, paintings, photography, pottery, quilting, sculpture, sewing, textiles, weaving, woodcarving, and woodworking.
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Nestled on 380 acres in a rolling valley, the John C. Campbell Folk School offers visitors a chance to experience a special blend of history, art and natural beauty. Journey through time in our History Center, where 20th Century Appalachia is on display. From the old bench where the world-famous Brasstown Carvers began, to the original photographs of world-renown photographer Doris Ulmann, you’ll discover the rich heritage that has made the Folk School an historical landmark. Call 1-800-FOLK SCH or (828)837-2775 and ask to speak to David Brose to schedule a class visit.