• 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 […]

  • Tuckaleechee Pottery Festival

    Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr, Townsend, Tennessee

    Interested 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
  • 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
  • Mornings in the Garden

    Join the Tuckaleechee Garden Club at the GSM Heritage Center the week of June 2-8, to learn more about our kitchen garden. Learn about heirloom plants and their planting techniques. This event is free of charge.

  • Maker Mondays

    Join the Tuckaleechee Garden Club at the GSM Heritage Center on Monday, June 3rd, from 10a-12p for some fun in the garden! Our first Maker Monday event will focus on several fun activities for kids including a scavenger hunt, planting and harvesting, and a fun craft! This event is free of charge.  Please email JBowen@gsmheritagecenter.org […]

  • Maker Mondays

    Join us for a fun dive into nature crafts! Master how to make a nature journal using simple materials and let your creativity shine. Learn with step-by-step instruction to make your own seed balls to begin your own flower garden! Each child will make seed balls and one nature journal to take home. Cost is […]

  • Maker Mondays

    This Maker Monday will focus on tie-dying! Bring your own tshirt or use a provided bandana. All ages welcome. Messy! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting stained or dirty.  Please email JBowen@gsmheritagecenter.org to register.

    $10
  • Music for Seniors

    We are partnering up with Music for Seniors to have an intergenerational music event. Including an instrument petting zoo, opportunities for hands on instruction, and a low impact square dance lessonwith caller Leo Collins! This event is free of charge. Please let Sarah Pirkle know if you are interested! Email SPirkle@gsmheritagecenter.org

Composite of various images at the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center