Thomas Irvin will be demonstrating how he turns wood on a lathe, creating wonderful sculptural pieces! He will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: […]

Peter Werner will be demonstrating the traditional craft of broom-tying in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.

Lorraine Cathey will be demonstrating how she "paints" landscapes with colored wool and a felting needle. She also makes Teddy bears, and will very likely have some of her furry friends with her during her demo! She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged […]

Lynn Jenkins will be demonstrating wheel throwing, and discussing raku firing techniques - she'll have examples of both glazed and horse hair raku - in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call […]

Second generation broom maker Marlow Gates will be demonstrating Appalachian broom-tying in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.

Noel Yovovich will be demonstrating her jewelry techniques using anodized titanium, silver, and wire. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.