The Museum’s signature fundraising event features wagon rides, a sumptuous Southern dinner, traditional bluegrass and old-time musical entertainment, Appalachian square dancing, and live and silent auctions. Join in the Museum's efforts to preserve and celebrate the rich heritage of Appalachian culture while enjoying an unforgettable evening.
The Museum of Appalachia, a Smithsonian Affiliate, invites the community to celebrate the arrival of spring and the rich cultural heritage of the region with their annual Sheep Shearing Days, Friday, April 24, and Friday, May 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to witness every step of the wool-making process […]
The term "Appalachian" is not only the name of the mountain range in Eastern North America. It also refers to a unique American culture of crafts, music, cuisine, heritage, and beliefs. And more importantly, it is about the people of this mountain range that embody that culture. The Museum of Appalachia hosts this annual dinner […]
Bring the family for a lively afternoon of music at the Museum of Appalachia with the Hominy Mamas.
Guided tours of the Museum of Appalachia's Hall of Fame every Tuesday. Meet in the Visitor Center.
Enjoy live mountain dulcimer music every Monday.
2/20 Come hang out with a duck
Bring the family for a lively afternoon of music at the Museum of Appalachia with the Hominy Mamas.
Guided tours of the Museum of Appalachia's Hall of Fame every Tuesday. Meet in the Visitor Center.
Enjoy live mountain dulcimer music every Monday.
2/13 Valentine Card Craft with Earl the Bunny 2/20 Come hang out with a duck
Guided tours of the Museum of Appalachia's Hall of Fame every Tuesday. Meet in the Visitor Center.
Enjoy live mountain dulcimer music every Monday.
2/6 Meet Louie & Rice, the pigs 2/13 Valentine Card Craft with Earl the Bunny 2/20 Come hang out with a duck
Bring the family for a lively afternoon of music at the Museum of Appalachia. The Hominy Mamas will team up with a traditional Celtic band for a joyful mix of fiddles, accordions, guitars, and banjos.
Nicolas Jamerson The Museum of Appalachia will host its next outdoor concert event, unofficially dubbed the (Not-So) Full Moon Pickin’ Party, on Thursday, September 19, featuring acclaimed Kentucky singer-songwriter Nicholas Jamerson. While there won’t be a full moon that evening, the event carries on the spirit of the Museum’s popular Full Moon Pickin’ Party series […]
Join the Museum of Appalachia for a Full Moon Pickin’ Party on Friday, August 8, featuring rising country music star Jake Worthington. Set beneath the glow of the full moon, this family-friendly outdoor concert offers an unforgettable summer evening on the Museum’s scenic stage. Presented by Yee Haw Brewing Co., the event kicks off at […]
The Museum of Appalachia, a Smithsonian Affiliate, invites the community to celebrate the arrival of spring and the rich cultural heritage of the region with their annual Sheep Shearing Days, Friday, April 24, and Friday, May 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to witness every step of the wool-making process […]
Experience the serenity of an Appalachian Christmas at the Museum of Appalachia! The centerpiece of this holiday event is an evening tour of the Museum’s pioneer village. The cabins will be adorned with old-fashioned Christmas decorations and festively lit for the occasion. Activities will include storytelling, visits with farm animals, music, and wagon rides. Historic […]
While most Americans celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, the Museum of Appalachia marks the occasion with an old- fashioned “anvil shoot." Every 4th of July, the Museum uses gunpowder to launch a 200-pound anvil hundreds of feet into the air! Anvil shoots were once a common way for pioneers to commemorate holidays, elections, and other […]
