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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

  • Free Yoga
    Free Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jan 14
    Center for Pioneer Life
    Jan 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Jan 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Join us for our weekly free Yoga Session with Kiesa Kay! Enjoy a nice, relaxing stretching/yoga session. Free snacks and refreshments available.
  • Pioneer Writing Circle
    Pioneer Writing Circle
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jan 16
    Center for Pioneer Life
    Jan 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
    Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Jan 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
    Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Share your works in progress, explore creative prompts, and connect with fellow writers in a supportive environment.
  • Free Fiber Giveaway
    Free Fiber Giveaway
    Sat, Feb 08
    Center for Pioneer Life
    Feb 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    Feb 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
    The Next Big Fiber Giveaway provides an opportunity for Western North Carolina fiber artists and farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene to replace their lost supplies and tools.

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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