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Preserving the legacy of the Southern Appalachian

pioneer families who settled this region and

experiencing how they lived. 

Our Vision is to enhance pride and confidence among students, teachers, and residents of this region by fostering knowledge, understanding, and appreciation for the courage skills, and values of our predecessors - the Southern Appalachian Pioneers.

We offer four main types of specialized programming:

Field trips for local schools and homeschool groups, as well as other community groups

Hands-on workshops in traditional skills

Community conversations and guest lectures

Special seasonal events, such as our Fall Festival

Upcoming Event

  • Hat Making Workshop
    Hat Making Workshop
    Sat, Oct 12
    Burnsville
    Oct 12, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Oct 12, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Join Dona Locke at the Center for Pioneer Life on October 12th and create a beautiful Crocodile/Dragon Hat! NOTE: THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER CLASS. Participants minimally need to know the following stitches: Chain (ch) slipstitch, V stitch, & Double croctet (dc).
  • Community Corn Shucking
    Community Corn Shucking
    Sat, Nov 23
    Burnsville
    Nov 23, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Nov 23, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    On November 23rd at 5 PM, head to the Center for Pioneer Life for a Community Corn Shucking event. 🎶 Enjoy live music, learn about the rich history of corn shucking, and connect with your community. Plates are just $5! 🍽️
  • History Happy Hour: Dr. Luke Manget
    History Happy Hour: Dr. Luke Manget
    Tue, Dec 03
    Burnsville
    Dec 03, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Dec 03, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA

Open Hours

Office Hours 

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 

10 am - 2 pm

 

Walk-in Tours (groups 5 or less)

Wednesday 1 pm - 4pm

Saturday 10 am - 2 pm

Guided GroupTours

Call/Email to schedule tour

Schedule a Tour, Field Trip,
or Special Event

Get Involved 

Volunteer

Volunteers are absolutely essential to making the Center function.  We love and appreciate all our volunteers.  They are a passionate, knowledgeable, and FUN group of folks!  To learn more about volunteer opportunities:

Teach a Workshop

Join our little community of amazing workshop instructors!  We offer a variety of workshops throughout the year.  For more information about teaching at the Center:

The Center for Pioneer Life

134 Joe Young Road

Burnsville, North Carolina 28714

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