Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
Preserving Our Unique History and Rich Culture
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Summertime Reading
On select Wednesdays this summer, from 10am-12pm & 4pm-6pm kids can keep their reading momentum going by joining us for a summer reading adventure! Learn strategies to help with phonics, build vocabulary, and keep engaged with reading all summer long! At the end of the summer, join us for a Summer Literacy Celebration at the […]
Summertime Reading
On select Wednesdays this summer, from 10am-12pm & 4pm-6pm kids can keep their reading momentum going by joining us for a summer reading adventure! Learn strategies to help with phonics, build vocabulary, and keep engaged with reading all summer long! At the end of the summer, join us for a Summer Literacy Celebration at the […]
Autos Through the Ages
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr, Townsend, TennesseeAutos Through the Ages Car Show The East Tennessee Antique Automobile Club is partnering with West Chevrolet, Twin City Buick/GMC and the Smoky Mountain Tourism Development Authority to present the 2023 “Autos through the Ages” car show July 15. The show will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Great Smoky Mountains […]
Smoky Mountain Storytellers
Join the members of the Smoky Mountains Storytellers Association. Smoky Mountain Tellers
Free
Play Music on the Porch Day
Immerse yourself in an enchanting musical experience at the Heritage Center on this special day. As part of a worldwide movement, we are hosting the Knoxville Area Dulcimer Club for an unforgettable musical gathering. Revel in the melodious tunes of the dulcimer, a unique string instrument with deep roots in American folk music. This event […]
Smoky Mountain Storytellers
Join the members of the Smoky Mountains Storytellers Association. Smoky Mountain Tellers
Free
Tuckaleechee Pottery Festival
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr, Townsend, TennesseeInterested Vendors Click Here! Saturday, October 28 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Set against the picturesque backdrop of Townsend, the festival is a gathering of some of the nation’s most esteemed potters. This event is more than just a showcase; it's an immersive experience where attendees have the rare opportunity to witness the craftsmanship […]
Cancelled-Smoky Mountain Storytellers
Join the members of the Smoky Mountains Storytellers Association. 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 […]
Free
Winter Heritage Festival
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 hard life was during pioneer times. Learn a new craft, see historic artifacts, and learn about the weapons the […]
