Presentation: Brasstown Carvers Roundtable with Carolyn Anderson, Richard Carter, Rae Bachus, Mary Doornbos, Helen Gibson, & Angela Wynn
Brasstown Carvers Roundtable with Carolyn Anderson, Richard Carter, Rae Bachus, Mary Doornbos, Helen Gibson, & Angela Wynn
March 11, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us in the Keith House Community Room for a presentation with the Brasstown Carvers. The presentation will include a lively roundtable discussion with Carolyn Anderson, Richard Carter, Rae Bachus, Mary Doornbos, Helen Gibson, and Angela Wynn. Panelists will share insights, stories, and the history of carving traditions.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: Keith House: Community Room, 1 State Rd 1565, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Presentation: Lynn Gault and His Contributions to the Folk School: A Creative Journey Across Craft, Performance, and Community with Bethany Chaney
Presentation: Lynn Gault and His Contributions to the Folk School: A Creative Journey Across Craft, Performance, and Community with Bethany Chaney
March 18, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us in the Keith House Community Room for a presentation with Bethany Chaney exploring Lynn Gault and his contributions to the Folk School. Bethany will highlight Lynn Gault’s lasting impact through his work in craft and his contributions to the Folk School.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: Keith House: Community Room, 1 State Rd 1565, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Presentation: Craft Revival Collection Highlights with Susanna Pyatt
Presentation: Craft Revival Collection Highlights with Susanna Pyatt
March 25, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us in the Keith House Community Room for an engaging presentation with the Folk School Archivist Susanna Pyatt. Susanna will review the Craft Revival Collection and explore its significance within the Folk School’s history.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Presentation: Folk School Morris Dance Teams with Nanette Davidson and the Folk School Morris Dancers
Presentation: Folk School Morris Dance Teams with Nanette Davidson and the Folk School Morris Dancers
April 1, 2026 at 7 p.m.
Join us for a presentation with the Folk School Morris Dance Teams featuring Nanette Davidson and the Folk School Morris Dancers. This lively session explores the history, traditions, and community spirit of Morris dancing at the Folk School.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Presentation: Craig R. Evans Presents from His Book 'Old-time Conversations
Presentation: Craig R. Evans Presents from His Book 'Old-time Conversations
April 8, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Author and filmmaker Craig R. Evans presents from his book "Old-time Conversations: Finding Health, Happiness and Community Through Traditional Music."
The presentation features several short films from his documentary film series, now archived at Smithsonian Folkways and the Southern Folklife Collection at UNC-Chapel Hill. Evans will be available to personally sign copies offered for sale by the John C. Campbell Folk School.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Presentation: Traditional Music is Alive & Well! Filmmaker Craig Evans Discusses the Clifftop Experience
Presentation: Traditional Music is Alive & Well! Filmmaker Craig Evans Discusses the Clifftop Experience
April 8, 2026 at 7 p.m.
This presentation features two short films filmed at the Appalachian String Band Music Festival in Clifftop, WV.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM.
Presentation: The Mountain Dulcimer with Jack Smoot
Presentation: The Mountain Dulcimer with Jack Smoot
April 15, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us in the Keith House Community Room for an engaging presentation with Jack Smoot about the Mountain Dulcimer.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Presentation: Music & Dance Collection Highlights with Susanna Pyatt
Presentation: Folk School Archives Collections Highlight with Susanna Pyatt
April 22, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us in the Keith House Community Room for a presentation on Music & Dance Collection Highlights with Folk School Archivist Susanna Pyatt. This talk explores Folk School Archives materials that document the rich traditions of music and dance at the Folk School.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
30th Annual Maypole Parade & Dance
Celebrate May Day with us! Brasstown Morris Dancers present 30th annual Maypole Parade and Dance takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026. This event is free and open to all.
If you’d like to join in the short parade, meet at Festival Barn at 11:30 a.m.
(or 10:30 to adorn yourself with flowers or be a giant puppeteer)
The procession leaves Festival Barn at 11:45 a.m.
Maypole dance performances at 12:00 p.m.
The procession will move from the Festival Barn, past the garden and down to the field outside the Craft Shop for the Maypole dance around noon. After the Maypole ribbons are tied there will be a simple circle dance, open to any attendees, followed by a performance by the Brasstown Morris Dance Teams. Festive dress & nature-themed costumes encouraged.
Community potluck afterwards back up in Festival Barn. Bring a dish or a few bucks to contribute toward the salad, sandwiches, drinks and eatingware.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: Free. Folk School Locations: Festival Barn: John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902.
Saturday, May 2, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.folkschool.org. Presentation: Veterans Roundtable with Joe Harvey
Presentation: Veterans Roundtable with Joe Harvey
May 6, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us for a Veterans Roundtable presentation with Joe Harvey. This engaging discussion will center on shared experiences, service, and the role of community among veterans.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Presentation:Quaker Women at the Folk School with Rooney Floyd
Presentation: Quaker Women at the Folk School with Rooney Floyd
May 20, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us for a presentation on Quaker Women at the Folk School with Rooney Floyd. This talk explores the contributions and influence of Quaker women in shaping the Folk School’s values, community, and programs.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Presentation: Folk School Community Programs with Tammy Elwell
Presentation: Folk School Community Programs with Tammy Elwell.
May 27, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us for a presentation on Folk School Community Programs with Tammy Elwell. This talk highlights the programs that connect the Folk School with the wider community.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Presentation: Junior Appalachian Musicians with JAM program participants
Presentation: Junior Appalachian Musicians with JAM program participants
June 3, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.
Join us for a presentation on Junior Appalachian Musicians with JAM program participants. This session features stories and musical experiences from young musicians involved in the program.
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Folk School Stories: Celebrating 100 Years
Join us in conversation with archivists, folklorists, historians, musicians, Folk School friends and Brasstown regulars as they share snapshots of Folk School history and discuss how the Folk School has made an impact on their lives, our community, and beyond.
Audience: Faculty & Staff. General Public. Student. Cost: FREE. Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Price: FREE.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.