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Special Event

Smokies Harvest Celebration

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Fee:

Free.

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Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, October 8, 2022

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

5 hours

Type of Event

Cultural/Craft Demonstration

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Description

Take a glimpse into the past and join us for the Smokies Harvest Celebration on the Mountain Farm Museum at Oconaluftee Visitor Center.  On Saturday, October 8^th and 15^th, from 10AM – 3PM, share in some of the traditional fall pursuits that were an important part of rural life in these southern mountains. Our celebration reflects the spirit of cooperation that existed among families and neighbors. This event preserves the legacy of Appalachian folkways that were practiced for generations by the many families who lived on lands that would later become Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy interactive demonstrations such as sorghum-processing, blacksmithing, apple cider pressing, broom-making, fiber arts and textiles, folk remedies, woodworking, and much more! All activities are free and open to the public.

The Mountain Farm Museum is located adjacent to the park`s Oconaluftee Visitor Center on US 441 in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, two miles north of Cherokee, North Carolina. For more information call the visitor center at [phone].

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Reservation or Registration: No

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Image Gallery

A horse wearing gear on its head and neck in front a fence and trees.

A woman wearing traditional Appalachian clothing speaking with visitors at a table.

Two women wearing traditional Appalachian clothing preparing food in large pots.

Sorghum syrup is made much the same way it was generations ago, using a horse or mule-powered cane mill (pictured) and wood-fired sorghum furnace.
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The Smokies Harvest Celebration preserves the legacy of Appalachian folkways that were practiced for generations by the many families who lived on lands that would later become Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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Explore the farm and watch demonstrations during the Smokies Harvest Celebration.
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