The Environmental History of the Civil War
App State presents Examining the ecological impacts of the Civil War and how scholars write history A discussion with Dr. Judkin Browning and Dr. Tim Silver
Free
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Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
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Tapestry Weaving Demonstration
Moses Cone Manor Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesSandy Adair will be demonstrating how she creates her large mountain landscapes on a tapestry loom. This demonstration will be held on the front porch of the the Moses Cone Manor from 10am-4pm.
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Joan Osborne & Lisa Loeb – An Appalachian Summer Festival
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United StatesLisa Loeb and Joan Osborne, two unmistakable voices of the ’90s, team up for a special evening marking the 30th anniversaries of their breakthrough albums — Loeb’s Tails and Osborne’s Relish.
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39th Rosen Sculpture Walk – An Appalachian Arts Festival
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United StatesJoin juror Joseph Bigley as he leads the outdoor tour of the 10 sculptures he selected as finalists for this year’s competition.
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Artists in Residence: Jack Hamrick & JoAnn Pippin
Edgewood Cottage 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesThis free art show allows people to browse art from local artists, meet the artist, and purchase art directly from the artisan. Artists are often glad to talk about their process and answer questions. Different artists will be featured each week from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends.
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Raku Pottery Demonstration
Moses Cone Manor Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesLynn Jenkins will demonstrate Raku pottery techniques. This demonstration will be held on the front porch of the the Moses Cone Manor from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process!
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How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Film- An Appalachian Summer Festival
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United StatesA man, driven by his desire for a multi-million-dollar inheritance, begins to care for his terminally ill grandmother. However, winning her favor will not be an easy task and he is not the only one with an eye on the money.
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Peabo Bryson – An Appalachian Summer Festival
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United StatesPossessing a beautifully rich, almost operatic voice, two-time Grammy Award winner Peabo Bryson celebrates 50 years in music. Viewed in touring and pop culture as one of music’s iconic vocalists...
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How Art can Upgrade your Brain
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesScience is telling us daily about the incredible power of the brain, but not about how to tap into that incredible resource. In “How Art Can Upgrade Your Brain” you’ll learn:
fascinating and easy to understand information about your brain
how art impacts the brain
practical tools and techniques for your brain that you can use in your everyday life.
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ArtTalk: Alonzo King LINES Ballet – An Appalachian Summer Festival
Turchin Center for the Visual Arts 423 West King St, Boone, NC, United StatesSince 1982, celebrated contemporary dance company Alonzo King LINES Ballet has collaborated with composers, musicians, and visual artists from around the world, drawing on deeply rooted cultural traditions and changing the way people look at ballet.
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Artists in Residence: Beth Lyons & Waitsel Smith
Edgewood Cottage 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesThis free art show allows people to browse art from local artists, meet the artist, and purchase art directly from the artisan. Artists are often glad to talk about their process and answer questions. Different artists will be featured each week from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends.
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The Last Journey Film – An Appalachian Summer Festival
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United StatesWhen French teacher Lars Hammar retires, he envisions a delightful “third age” with travel, wine, and experiences together with his wife, Tiina. However, instead of indulging in life’s pleasures, Lars becomes increasingly passive and lacking in willpower, to the great frustration and despair of both Tiina and their son, Filip.
$10