
46th Annual Heritage Weekend with Southern Highland Craft Guild
Southern Appalachian heritage comes alive through hands-on craft demonstrations, traditional tunes, and culture-forward activities. A two-day celebration at the Folk Art Center geared for all ages, with artisans working live and plenty of family-friendly happenings.
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