Events

The art of basket making is woven into the rich tapestry of the Southern Appalachian Mountains, a tradition that has been passed down through generations. Join the talented Bridget Van Remortel for an immersive, full-day workshop at the Center for Pioneer Life creating your very own market basket.

Join us for an evening with Linda Goodwin learning all about "Wonderful Wasps"

This year, the 3rd Annual Blue Ridge Storytelling Summit shifts from honoring the spoken traditions of Appalachia to highlighting the voices of Appalachian storytellers who are capturing these stories on the page.

Join Nico the Mead Scientist for an interactive mead making workshop!

Join Tod Kershaw and craft your own steel serving spoon or ladle in this hands-on blacksmithing workshop! Using reclaimed materials, you'll learn essential skills like metalworking, cold swaging, and riveting to transform scrap into a functional work of art.

Fire Cider is a traditional herbal tonic that can boost your body’s immunity, fight inflammation, and stimulate digestive fire. It's a staple of wintertime home health. Let’s brew our own fire cider with fiery herbs and vegetables, vinegar, and honey.