presents
DAYS OF THE PIONEER
An 18th & 19th Century Antiques Show
to benefit the Museum of Appalachia
Friday, September 14, and Saturday, September 15, 2012
This premier antique show features the finest selection of early antiques from dealers across the country. Admission also includes a tour of the Museum of Appalachia, demonstrations from pioneer craftsmen, traditional cooking, informal mountain music throughout the grounds and a Civil War encampment. The hours of the antique show are 9 a.m-5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.
Advance tickets are available here.
A great place
to visit in winter
We are open 7 days a week, 10AM until 5 PM
Outdoors, vegetable gardens lie fallow; sheep and goats huddle under log shelters. But like early Appalachian pioneers who mended socks and repaired tools at the fireside during winter months, Museum visitors find much to do—and still remain warm.
In the Hall of Fame exhibit building, the central heat’s always on—so visitors can take a leisurely, comfortable tour. There’s time to read about multi-skilled mountain man Alex Stewart, and marvel at his perfectly crafted butter churns and backwoods wisdom.
There’s time to admire the intricate folk art woodcarvings of James Bunch and Bill Henry…time to study the fascinating lore of “angel crowns” found in feather pillows after a loved one’s demise...time to examine the mysteries of Asa Jackson’s perpetual motion machine.
There’s time to “get to know” famous native Appalachian musicians, politicians, heroes, and other historical figures…time to marvel at eccentric “Tater Hole Joe” and other colorful characters…time to admire the meticulously pieced quilts, homemade toys, mechanical contraptions, and handcrafted musical instruments made by our resourceful and innovative forebears.
Hot soups and sandwiches are available in the Museum’s cozy café, where visitors enjoy lunch while watching sheep and ducks outside. Rocking chairs beckon before the fireplace in the adjacent gift shop, which offers handiwork by local artisans. On Fridays around noon, the Museum’s “porch musicians” may gather to play old-time music.
Beginning on January 10 through February, the Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (closed Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday). We'll be happy to accommodate any groups that may want to visit during closed hours. Please call Jessica Boyd to schedule your visit. 865-494-7680.
The restaurant serves hot lunches from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and snacks until 3 p.m. See the Admission information link on the left side of this site for more details. Museum admission is not required to enter the restaurant or gift shop.
