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Colonial Harvest Celebration & Fall Fibers Show
Autumn Heritage Celebration
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
November 13 & 14, 2021
Colonial Harvest Celebration & Fall Fibers Show
Autumn is in full swing. As both the temperature and the leaves continue to fall, we begin to think of the many holiday festivities that wait in the coming days. Over two hundred years ago it was quite the same for the early frontier settlers. On Saturday, November 13 from 10:00 to 4:00 and Sunday, November 14 from 10:00 to 3:00 Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area will become the scene of a Frontier Harvest Celebration as we enjoy a time of friendship, thanksgiving, and recognition of our patriot ancestors.
In Colonial America, before Thanksgiving was declared a national holiday, each colony or community observed days of thanksgiving usually after the harvest had been brought in or after a significant military victory. Join the Washington County Militia, host living history organization at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area, for their monthly militia muster and a colonial “Harvest Home” as they celebrate the Overmountain Men’s victory at the battle of Kings Mountain!
Activities throughout the weekend will include programs and demonstrations of 18th century frontier life including open hearth cooking, flintlock musket and rifle demonstrations, music, Revolutionary War era battle tactics, and much more. The weekend will also include a special Veterans Day program on Saturday, November 13th to honor the combatants at the Battle of Kings Mountain and our current veterans and armed service members.
In the Visitors Center, visit fiber artists from the Overmountain Weaver’s Guild as they demonstrate spinning, weaving, and all things fibers. The building will be alive with activity as vendors offer a selection of holiday gifts. Whether you are a seasoned fiber artist or would like to learn more, this educational event is a must for all ages!
This is a perfect opportunity for the entire family to visit one of Tennessee’s finest state parks and enjoy a day immersed in history and fun. Admission is free so don’t miss this unique event showcasing Tennessee’s rich heritage. During your time at the park be sure to experience the interpretive exhibits as well as our book and gift shop to make your visit complete.
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park is located at 1651 W. Elk Ave. Elizabethton, TN 37643.
For additional information about this and other exciting events at the park please call 423-543-5808 or visit us on the web at www.sycamoreshoalstn.wordpress.com and tnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals.
We look forward to seeing you at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park, where you too can “Share in the glorious cause of Liberty”!
