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There are many ways to visit the Center for Pioneer Life. Come see us!

Location

134 Joe Young Rd.

Burnsville, NC 28714

Call (828) 536-0337 with any questions

Open Hours

TOURS

Schedule tours by appointment.

Cost: Tours are $5 per person, and free for children under 8.

We are often able to schedule private tours for individuals or groups at other times. Please contact us at programs@pioneerlife.org to discuss.

READING LIBRARY

Wednesday and Friday from 1:00-4:00 PM.

Our (non-lending) community reading library contains titles that pertain to the history, culture, and traditions of the Toe River Valley and Southern Appalachia. Guests are welcome to sit and read, study, and discuss. There are comfortable chairs and internet access. Copies of a limited number of book pages may be made for a small fee.

Come enjoy our lovely space in person!

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Upcoming Events

History Happy Hour: Dr. Kevin Young
Tue, May 07
Burnsville
May 07, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
May 07, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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Clogging in the Cabin with Linda Block
Sat, May 18
Burnsville
May 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
May 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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Pine Needle Baskets with Erika Schneider
Sat, Jun 01
Burnsville
Jun 01, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Jun 01, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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History Happy Hour: Elaine Dellinger
Tue, Jun 04
Burnsville
Jun 04, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Jun 04, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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Blue Ridge Storytelling Summit
Sat, Jun 22
Burnsville
Jun 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Jun 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
ATTENTION: If you have purchased tickets to the Historical Storytelling Workshop, you do NOT need to purchase General Admission Tickets. They are included in your workshop ticket!
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Historical Storytelling with Nancy Reeder and Sherry Lovett
Sat, Jun 22
Burnsville
Jun 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Jun 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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History Happy Hour: Michael Hardy
Tue, Jul 02
Burnsville
Jul 02, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Jul 02, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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History Happy Hour: Hannah Presnell
Tue, Aug 06
Burnsville
Aug 06, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Aug 06, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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History Happy Hour: Elaine Dellinger
Tue, Sep 03
Burnsville
Sep 03, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Sep 03, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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History Happy Hour: Micaville Outpost's Noah V. Styles
Tue, Oct 01
Burnsville
Oct 01, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Oct 01, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Burnsville, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
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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
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