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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
Elizabethton, TN 37643 United States Get Directions
Events at this venue
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Old Time Music Jam
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesOld Time Music Jam – Led by Art Lang Sunday, September 24 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm Enjoy the rich musical traditions of our region. Old time musicians of all levels are welcome. Don’t play an instrument? Come on over, kick back, and enjoy the tunes!
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Overmountain Muster at Sycamore Shoals
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesOvermountain Muster at Sycamore Shoals Saturday, September 23 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, September 24 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Join us for a weekend of living history during the encampment of the Overmountain militia before the Battle of King’s Mountain in 1780. Re-live some of the most crucial days of the American Revolution.
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18th Century Games
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States18 th Century Games Tuesday, September 19 2:00 pm Come out and enjoy the games of yesteryear with Ranger Sarah Vogt. This program will be held inside Fort Watauga. During this program we will have some fun and try our hand at the games of the 18 th century.
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Fellowship English Country Dancing
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesFellowship English Country Dancing Sunday, September 17 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm Beginners and seasoned dancers alike are all welcome! The afternoon will include the opportunity to learn dances from the early 19 th century. No cost to attend. Open to anyone, with or without experience or a partner. Meet in the Visitor Center. Sponsored
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Fall Knap-In at Fort Watauga
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesThe Gathering at Sycamore Shoals Saturday, September 9 10:00 am Join the Tennessee Society Sons of the American Revolution at Fort Watauga in honor of the Overmountain Men and their victory over loyalist forces at the Battle of Kings Mountain. The 243 rd anniversary of the “Gathering at Sycamore Shoals” will be celebrated with a
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Tomahawk Throwing
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesTomahawk Throwing Thursday, September 7 2:00 pm Discover the unique skill of 18 th century tomahawk throwing by joining Ranger Taylor Moorefield for a hands- on tutorial. Topics will include the versatile applications of the tomahawk on the early American Frontier as well as proper technique and release for throwing with safety and accuracy. No
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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park: Cherokee Heritage Day
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesCherokee Heritage Day Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park will host the 3 rd Annual Cherokee Heritage Day on Saturday, August 26 th from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm. Sycamore Shoals is forever linked with the rich traditions and influence of the Native Cherokee. Join us for a day devoted to sharing Cherokee history and culture
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Cherokee Heritage Day
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesCherokee Heritage Day Saturday, August 26 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Admission: Adults - $8.00; Ages 7 to 17 years - $3.00; 6 and under free (Pre-Registration Not Required) Sycamore Shoals is forever linked with the rich traditions and influence of the Native Cherokee. Join us for a day devoted to sharing Cherokee history and
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Sycamore Shoals State Park: History at Home
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesHistory at Home Seasonal Interpretive Programs With Andrea Price & Slade Nakoff August 15th – August 26th Thursday, August 17 10:00 a.m. “Colonial Music” - Join Andrea Price as she plays some popular tunes to come from the Colonial Period on her banjo. Popular songs include “Yankee Doodle”, “Alouette”, and more. Meet at the park
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Small Works Art Show
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United StatesSmall Works Art Show Saturday, August 12 – Sunday, August 20 Visitor Center Hours Reception: Sunday, August 13 1:30 pm Displays of 8 x 10 or smaller works by members of the Watauga Valley Art League will be featured during this show.
