Join us for our Herbal First Aid Class! Life happens and that means accidents. Learn the ways of the past using plants as medicine for scrapes, burns, bites, food poisoning and lots more! You will learn how to make your own updated Herbal First Aid Kit for today's living! No previous workshops required. Plus, take […]
The 2nd Annual Kids Take Over the Museum will provide kids of all ages with hands-on activities that are rooted in rich Appalachian history! There will be no shortage of activities for your young crafter or artist! From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, they’ll enjoy basket weaving, blacksmithing, and pottery making! Over 25 demonstrations, on-site […]
Join us for our next Smoky Mountains Storytellers event! Nestled amidst the captivating backdrop of the Smoky Mountains, the Smoky Mountain Storytellers Association is a vibrant collective of individuals deeply passionate about the age-old art of storytelling. These tellers, drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of the region, weave tales that range from traditional Appalachian […]
Oils infused with herbs are wonderful for topical use! The healing properties of many herbs are soothing to the skin for rashes, bug, bites and many other skin irritations! Watch a demonstration on how to make herbal topical oils and then turn that into a healing salve. Make your own topical oil to take home […]
This class will teach you about Tinctures, an alcohol extraction and the longest lasting herbal remedy! Tinctures are easy to take and easy to make! Taken by the drops rather than cups, a very small amount makes a very potent medicine. Watch a tincture making demonstration and learn why this could be the best medicine […]
Herbal Syrups: A Sweet Remedy Take tea making a step further! The healing properties of honey and herbs are a great way to incorporate not so great tasting herbs into your life. Syrups are wonderful for colds, flu and sore throats. Join us as we demonstrate how to make herbal syrup and how to use […]
Learn one of the oldest and most basic herbal remedies that has been used since ancient times! See demonstrations for both types of preparations and beyond that to nourishing infusions. Join us for our own Appalachian Tea Ceremony, and learn how to formulate easy tea blends for health and enjoyment! Make your own tea blend […]
Join us for our next herbal-themed class! Oils infused with herbs are wonderful for topical use. The healing properties of many herbs are soothing to the skin for rashes, bug bites, and many other skin irritations. As part of this class, you will watch a demonstration on making herbal topical oils and then turn that […]
Join us as we step back in time for the annual Winter Heritage Festival at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center! You’ll experience hands-on demonstrations, practice pioneer survival skills, and get a sense of how challenging life was during pioneer times! Learn a new craft, see historic artifacts, and learn about the weapons the pioneers […]
Take tea-making a step further! The healing properties of honey and herbs are a great way to incorporate not-so-great-tasting herbs into your life. Syrups are wonderful for colds, flu, and sore throats. Join us as we demonstrate how to make herbal syrup and how to use them! We will sample a tasty treat made with […]
