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Our brick & mortar stores are closed, but our online shop is still in operation. We will continue to evaluate a potential re-opening date as we closely monitor the status of COVID-19. Group events and craft demonstrations scheduled through May have been cancelled. Check our website or Facebook page for the latest information.

The Folk Art Center

folk art center, southern highland craft guild on the blue ridge parkway

In addition to the country's oldest handicraft shop, you will find a museum, two exhibitions, and an American Craft library rich with archives. Visit the Folk Art Center to learn our story, experience regional craft, & admire the works of over 300 Appalachian artists. 

382 Blue Ridge Parkway | Asheville, NC

Jan-Mar: Mon-Sun 9a-5p  | April-Dec: Mon-Sat 9a-6p, Sun 9-5p

Daily Craft Demonstrations: 

March- December 10a-4p

Educational Event Series

Mentoring Workshop

Mentoring Workshop

Wood Day

The Craft Fair, Day 4

The Craft Fair, Day 3

The Craft Fair, Day 2

The Craft Fair, Day 1

Mentoring Workshop

Clay Day

Dulcimer Day

News & Stories

Meet the Maker: Joseph Rhodes

March 31, 2020

The Earth Provides: Guild Member Exhibition

February 24, 2020

Artful Eating – A Crafted Cook Book

February 20, 2020

Allanstand Cottage Industries

February 7, 2020

Folk Art Center’s New Shop Manager

February 7, 2020

Meet the Maker: Charlie Patricolo

February 1, 2020

Guild Member E-News

January 29, 2020

The Power of Distinction

January 25, 2020

Robert W. Gray Meets Ladybird Johnson, 1965

January 23, 2020

SHCG Celebrates 90th Anniversary

January 6, 2020

Exhibitions on Display

The Earth Provides: Guild Member Exhibition

February 24, 2020

The Power of Distinction

January 25, 2020

Craft Traditions: A Permanent Collection

January 1, 2020

Allanstand Interiors

January 1, 2020

The Art of Detailing

December 5, 2019

Stellar Objectives: Main Gallery Exhibition

September 28, 2019

Featured Maker

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