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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park \nBird Walk \nMonday\, June 7\, 9:00 am – 10:00 am \nLed by Larry McDaniel – Tri Cities Young Naturalists \nWe will meet at the Visitor Center where we will have a short talk about birds and then we will walk the grounds to see what we can find. Bring binoculars if you have them. We will have some on hand for those who need them to use on the walk. Wear sturdy shoes and you may want to bring water. \n  \n*** COVID-19 GUIDELINES: Face masks are optional on park grounds and inside park facilities. Social distancing of 6 feet is recommended. The park visitors center closes Mon. – Sat. between the hours of 11:00 and 12:00 for cleaning and disinfecting. Restrooms may close periodically for additional cleaning. ***
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bird-walk-4/
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SUMMARY:Liberty: The Saga of Sycamore Shoals - Our 42nd Year!
DESCRIPTION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park  \n  \nLiberty: The Saga of Sycamore Shoals – Our 42nd Year! \nFriday & Saturday\, June 4-5; 11-12 7:30 pm \nThursday\, Friday\, & Saturday – June 17-19; 24-26 7:30 pm \nTennessee’s official outdoor drama presented by local performers against the backdrop of Fort Watauga. See the Revolution through the eyes of the Overmountain Men: colonists who defied British law and settled west of the blue ridge. These settlers formed an independent government\, made treaties with the Cherokee\, defended their homes\, and fought a British army at the epic battle of King’s Mountain. Presented in the Fort Watauga Amphitheater\, bleacher style seating. Sponsored by Friends of Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Admission Charge. Contact the park for further details and ticket pricing. \n  \n*** COVID-19 GUIDELINES: Face masks are optional on park grounds and inside park facilities. Social distancing of 6 feet is recommended. The park visitors center closes Mon. – Sat. between the hours of 11:00 and 12:00 for cleaning and disinfecting. Restrooms may close periodically for additional cleaning. *** \nFor more information call 423-543-5808 or visit www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals  \n 
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/sycamore-shoals-state-historic-park-june-events-programs/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
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SUMMARY:42nd Season of Liberty!
DESCRIPTION:The 42nd season of Liberty! is starting on Friday\, June 4. \nThe cast of Liberty! the Saga of Sycamore Shoals invites you to join them for their 42nd year of presenting the Official Outdoor Drama of the State of Tennessee. Each year\, the Fort Watauga amphitheater comes to life with the sights and sounds of the late 18th century on the frontier. \nNationally significant events that helped to shape the future of our nation before\, during\, and after the American Revolution are presented in an engaging\, exciting\, and entertaining fashion. \nThe Story \nThe story is set along the Watauga River on land historically occupied by Cherokee and early indigenous people before the arrival of explorers and settlers from the British colonies. \nThe Watauga Association\, formed in 1772\, was widely recognized as the first continental government that was “free and independent” of the British Crown. It was designed by leaders to provide for law and order and the right of every free man to vote. Later\, the area was annexed by North Carolina and became known as the Washington District\, named in honor of General George Washington\, who was leading the fight for American Independence. \nIn 1775\, The Transylvania Purchase took place along the Watauga “Old Fields” where Judge Richard Henderson and other land speculators purchased 20 million acres of land from the Cherokee. This negotiation sparked a series of Cherokee attacks on the pioneers of the Watauga and surrounding settlements a year later\, which included a 3-week attack on Fort Watauga. Cherokee Chief’s Attakullakulla and Oconostota\, along with Attakullakulla’s son\, Dragging Canoe all play a large role in sharing this event as it relates to Cherokee history. \nLiberty! is set in front of a full-scale replica of Fort Watauga\, which was used to defend the settlement against attacks from a faction of the Cherokee\, led by Dragging Canoe\, who opposed the sale. Ultimately\, the settlement was successful in staving off the attack and siege of the fort. \nSycamore Shoals also served as the gathering place for the Overmountain Men\, who were an essential part of a broader militia that defeated Major Patrick Ferguson and his British force at the Battle of Kings Mountain in 1780. That event is considered a major turning point in the American Revolution. \nLiberty! tells the stories of these important days in American history as well as demonstrating the life of pioneers and Cherokee. Moreover\, it gives faces to the names we see on many of our street signs and other local area designations. \nWhen & Where  \nLiberty! runs each weekend in June at the Fort Watauga Amphitheater at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in Elizabethton\, TN. Show dates and times for the 2021 season\, \nFriday & Saturday\, June 4-5; 11-12 7:30 pm \nThursday\, Friday\, & Saturday – June 17-19; 24-26 7:30 pm \nThursday\, June 17 – Veteran and 1st Responder’s Night! \nVeteran or 1st Responder and a Guest will be admitted for Free \nGeneral admission tickets -Online at www.thelibertydrama.com OR remaining tickets can be purchased at the door the night of the performance until sold out. \nAdult – $18.00 \nSenior-60 & over – $14.00 \nStudents 6 – 17 – $8.00 \nChildren 5 and Under – Free \nVeterans and 1st Responders – $9.00 \nFriends of Sycamore Shoals Member (Present Card at Check-In) – $10.00 \nThe production of Liberty! is supported by Friends of Sycamore Shoals. Please support this vital organization and become a member of Friends of Sycamore Shoals. Help support the Liberty drama and a host of other educational park activities that take place throughout the year. www.friendsofsycamoreshoalsstatepark.wildapricot.org/membership \n  \nLiberty! is directed by Melanie Yodkins \nProduction Manager – Tony Devault \nStage Manager – Kaitlynn Newcomb \n  \nFor additional information please contact: \nSycamore Shoals State Historic Park \n1651 W. Elk Avenue \nElizabethton\, TN 37643 \n423-543-5808 \n  \nwww.tnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals \nwww.facebook.com/sycamoreshoals \nwww.sycamoreshoalstn.wordpress.com \nwww.facebook.com/LibertyTheSaga/ \nwww.facebook.com/FriendsOfSycamoreShoalsStateHistoricArea \n 
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/42nd-season-of-liberty/2021-06-04/
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SUMMARY:History at Home
DESCRIPTION:On June 2nd\, Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park will begin its annual History at Home interpretive program series.  This year we welcome historic interpreters Matthew Simerly and Slade Nakoff who bring a wide variety of experience and talents to Sycamore Shoals. \n*** COVID-19 GUIDELINES: Face masks are optional on park grounds and inside park facilities. Social distancing of 6 feet is recommended. The park visitors center closes Mon. – Sat. between the hours of 11:00 and 12:00 for cleaning and disinfecting. Restrooms may close periodically for additional cleaning. *** \nPrograms are free of charge with a maximum attendance of 20 – Pre-registration is required -www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals \nWednesday\, June 2nd \n1:00 a.m. “Flint and steel fire starting” –Learn how to start a fire with flint and steel – great for backpackers and hikers. Join seasonal interpretive ranger Matthew Simerly as he shows you how to make a fire quickly and easily. Matthew will show you where to find fire tinder in the woods and how to keep an ember alive until you can build a fire from it. Meet at Fort Watauga. Duration: 30-45 minutes. \nThursday\, June 3nd \n1:00 a.m. “Meet with a continental soldier” –Come meet a continental soldier and hear about life in Washington’s Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would have faced. Learn reasons why he enlisted and what he fought for. See and handle the weapons and equipment that a common soldier would have used. Presented by Matthew Simerly inside Fort Watauga. Duration: 30 minutes. \nFriday\, June 4th \n10:30 a.m. “A Shoemakers Work” –There were not any Nikes during the 18th century but say hello to buckles! Slade Nakoff will be demonstrating and describing the everyday work of a cobbler during the 18th century as he begins work on a pair of colonial shoes. This event will be held inside Fort Watauga. Duration: 30 minutes. \n2:00 p.m. “Evaluation of firearms” –Take a look through time and see the type of guns that the pilgrims carried compared to those used in the Civil War. Join Matthew Simerly as he explains how firearms change over time from Jamestown to Gettysburg. See a live musket fire in real life. Learn how these tools were used for hunting and war work and the history behind them. Meet on the back deck of the visitor center. Duration 20 minutes. \nSaturday\, June 5th \n1:30 p.m. “Chat with a Longhunter” –Meet and talk with a Longhunter as he tells why he would risk life and limb beyond the frontier hunting for over a year at a time. Hear what he does on a day-to-day basis and the dangers that he faces. Learn how the longhunters opened up the lands beyond the Appalachian Mountains for settlers to follow in their footsteps. Presented by Matthew Simerly inside Fort Watauga. Duration 30 minutes. \n2:00 pm. “Casting freedom” –Join Slade Nakoff as he shows how the bullets that won the Revolution were cast. This event will be held inside Fort Watauga. Duration: 20 minutes \nSunday\, June 6th \n10:30 a.m. “Scrimshaw\, what is that?” –Join Slade Nakoff as he discusses the 18th century pastime art of scrimshaw and its history as well as demonstrating different techniques and methods. Meet in front of Fort Watauga. Duration: 30 minutes. \n11:30 a.m. “Inkle loom weaving” –See how to use an inkle loom to weave a sash. Learn how early settlers wove on the frontier as seasonal interpreter Matthew Simerly demonstrates why weaving was an important skill for people in the 18th century to the present day. Learn how to weave for a hobby or as a craft project. Meet in the Visitor Center. Duration 30 minutes. \nWednesday\, June 9th \n10:30 a.m. “Flint and steel fire starting” –Learn how to start a fire with flint and steel – great for backpackers and hikers. Join seasonal interpretive ranger Matthew Simerly as he shows you how to make a fire quickly and easily. Matthew will show you where to find fire tinder in the woods and how to keep an ember alive until you can build a fire from it. Meet in Fort Watauga. Duration 30-45 minutes. \n2:00 p.m. “Firearms of the 18th century” –Join Slade Nakoff as he demonstrates how firearms of the 18th century function as well as describe their construction. Meet in the Visitor’s Center. Duration: 20 minutes. \nThursday\, June 10th \n10:30 a.m. “Tap and Die- a woodworkers puzzle” –Fruit presses and vises during the 18th century all required large wooden bolts. Meet Slade Nakoff at the Visitor’s Center and help him make the large wooden bolts emerge. Duration: 30-45 minutes \n2:00 p.m. “Chat with a Longhunter” – Meet and talk with a Longhunter as he tells why he would risk life and limb beyond the frontier hunting for over a year at a time. Hear what he does on a day-to-day basis and the dangers that he faces. Learn how the longhunters opened up the lands beyond the Appalachian Mountains for settlers to follow in their footsteps. Presented by Matthew Simerly inside Fort Watauga. Duration 30 minutes. \nFriday\, June 11th \n10:30 a.m. “Evaluation of firearms” –Take a look through time and see the type of guns that the pilgrims carry compared to those used in the Civil War. Join Matthew Simerly as he explains how firearms change over time from Jamestown to Gettysburg. See a live musket fire in real life. Learn how these tools for hunting and war work and the history behind them. Meet on the deck outside of the visitor center. Duration 20 minutes. \n2:00 p.m. “A Shoemakers Work” –During the 18th century shoes were a process to make. Join Slade Nakoff as he demonstrates and describes the everyday work of a cobbler during the 18th century while he continues work on a pair of colonial shoes. This event will be held inside Fort Watauga. Duration: 30 minutes. \nSaturday\, June 12th \n10:30 p.m. “A very sad violin” –The violin makes a sweet sound\, but only if it is properly made. Join Slade Nakoff as he describes the work of a luthier during the 18th century while mending a violin. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. Duration: 30 minutes \n2:00 pm. “Inkle loom weaving” – See how to use an inkle loom to weave a sash. Learn how early settlers wove on the frontier as seasonal interpreter Matthew Simerly demonstrates why weaving was an important skill for people in the 18th century to the present day. Learn how to weave for a hobby or as a craft project. Meet in the Visitor Center. Duration 30 minutes. \nSunday\, June 13th \n10:30 a.m. “Meet with a continental soldier” – Come meet a continental soldier and hear about life in Washington’s Army. Hear about everyday life and duty in camp and the hardships that a common soldier would have faced. Learn reasons why he enlisted and what he fought for. See and handle the weapons and equipment that a common soldier would have used. Presented by Matthew Simerly inside Fort Watauga. Duration: 30 minutes. \n2:00 p.m. “Bread from the Fire” –Bread during the 18th century\, as well as today\, was a necessary component of daily life. Come inside Fort Watauga and meet Slade Nakoff at the earthen oven as he describes the daily work of a baker during the 18th century. *Guests are prohibited from consuming this program’s food at this time\, so please eat beforehand* Duration: 25 minutes.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/history-at-home-3/
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SUMMARY:Tomahawk Throwing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover the unique skill of 18th century tomahawk throwing by joining Ranger Jason Davis 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 children younger than 12. Parents who wish to be present but not participate do not need to register. Please dress appropriately for the weather.  Bring your own water\, all other supplies will be provided. Please don’t bring your own tomahawk. Meet inside Fort Watauga\, subject to cancellation due to significantly inclement weather. \n 
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/tomahawk-throwing-workshop-6/
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SUMMARY:26th Annual Siege of Fort Watauga
DESCRIPTION:26th Annual Siege of Fort Watauga  \nMay 15 – 16\, 2021 \n  \n On Saturday\, May 15th and Sunday\, May 16th\, Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park will host nearly 150 living history re-enactors for the 26thannual Siege of Fort Watauga. Colonial\, British\, and Native re-enactors will converge at the re-created Fort Watauga at Sycamore Shoals to relive the days when America’s first frontier was the land beyond the blue ridge.   \n  \nJoin us from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm each day as Sycamore Shoals once again becomes the scene of war during the Siege of Fort Watauga. Step back in time as you visit the fort\, militia camps\, British encampment\, and Native American camp. Be immersed in the 18th century as you witness daily aspects of colonial frontier life. See the clash of two cultures as the attack on fort Watauga is recreated both days at 1:30 pm.   \n  \nDuring the event\, take advantage of colonial merchants selling period wares in “Sutler’s Row”. There will be several vendors offering a myriad of 18th century reproduction items for the colonial enthusiast or the primitive decorator. Vendors this year include; Ft. Vause Outfitters specializing in finished leather goods\, Windhil Woolens offering hand processed and dyed woolen goods such as yarn\, blankets\, and clothing\, Walnut Hill Embellishments specializing in 18th century reproduction and historically inspired jewelry\, Trader Bob offering a wide selection of hides and pelts\, and Wintergreen Farms specializing in antique and original items. Several other vendors will offer everything from 18th century reproduction clothing and gear\, to replica housewares and military accouterments.    \n  \nSeveral Revolutionary War living history units will be in attendance and will make the 18th century come to life during the weekend. Units include the 2nd Regt. SC Continental Line\, the South Carolina Rangers\, and Musgrove’s Mill Militia all based in South Carolina\, and British units; the 71st Highland Regiment\, and the British Legion. The host unit is the Washington County Regiment of North Carolina Militia based at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Also\, enjoy musical entertainment from The Sons of Liberty\, and the Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps.   \n  \nNumerous individuals also participate in the event portraying many 18th century walks of life including Cherokee Natives\, Backcountry Hunters\, Farmers\, Housewives\, Indentured Servants\, Commoners and Gentry. This year we are excited to host the Scoundrels’ Alley who will represent the lowest class of colonial society and showcase the “dirty jobs” available in the 18th century through presentations entitled An Honest Days Work.  \n  \nPrecautions will be taken to minimize the spread of Covid-19. All event activities will occur outdoors. Visitors are asked to stay 6 feet apart from other guests. Face masks are required inside all state park facilities. Face masks are recommended outdoors if social distancing cannot be maintained. Park buildings are subject to closure if maximum capacity is exceeded. Restrooms will also close periodically for cleaning.   \n  \nFor more information on this and other exciting events at Sycamore Shoals please contact the park at 423-543-5808\, visit the park’s websites atsycamoreshoalstn.org and tnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals. Visit us on Facebook at facebook.com/sycamoreshoals for a detailed schedule available soon.  \nAdmission to the event is free and food concessions will be available. Bring the entire family and see how your ancestors played a crucial role in our region’s history and in the formation of our nation. Witness the 18th century come to life\, hear the rattle of muskets\, smell the campfire smoke\, and “Share in the Glorious Cause of Liberty” at the Siege of Fort Watauga.  \nThis event is sponsored by The Washington County Regiment of North Carolina Militia living history organization and The Friends of Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park.  \nSycamore Shoals State Historic Park  \n1651 W. Elk Avenue \nElizabethton\, TN. 37643 \nPhone:    423-543-5808    \n  \ntnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals \nfacebook.com/sycamoreshoals \nsycamoreshoalstn.wordpress.com
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/26th-annual-siege-of-fort-watauga-2/2021-05-15/
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SUMMARY:27th Annual Siege at Fort Watauga
DESCRIPTION:It is the summer of 1776 and the Watauga settlement is at war.  Join us as 200 colonial and Native reenactors present this dramatic retelling of the Cherokee attack brought on the settlers of the Watauga valley.  Visit the living history camps\, shop and period vendors\, and witness battle reenactments both days.  Hear the rattle of muskets\, smell the campfire smoke\, and see history come to life at the Siege of Fort Watauga.  \n Contact the park for detailed schedule.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/27th-annual-siege-at-fort-watauga/2021-05-15/
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk with the Lee & Lois Herndon TOS Chapter
DESCRIPTION:Meet other birders and naturalists at Sycamore Shoals for a morning of birding during the migratory season.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bird-walk-with-the-lee-lois-herndon-tos-chapter/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
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SUMMARY:Misunderstood Animals: The Corn Snake
DESCRIPTION:Come join intern Lauren Thompson for a friendly discussion on one of the most misunderstood animals\, the corn snake. Snakes have been portrayed as a villain in history for as long as anyone can remember. In this program visitors will have the opportunity to learn about native snake species and how they benefit the ecosystem. Gain a basic understanding of the difference between venomous\, non-venomous\, and poisonous reptiles. Even if you don’t like snakes this is an excellent opportunity to learn something new and gain a better understanding of our native neighbor. \nMeet at the Picnic Area Information Kiosk\nPlease no pets. \nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/misunderstood-animals-the-corn-snake/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210428T161757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T161757Z
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SUMMARY:Misunderstood Animals: Awesome Opossum
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what’s going on inside of an opossum’s mind? Can an Opossum hang on a tree upside down by the tail? Come find out with intern Lauren Thompson and learn about how awesome the Opossum can be. From eating ticks that may carry Lyme disease\, to being mother nature’s clean-up crew. The opossum has history and tall tales to share with everyone.    \nMeet at the Picnic Area Information Kiosk\nPlease no pets \nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/misunderstood-animals-awesome-opossum/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Featured,General,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210501T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210428T161351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T161351Z
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SUMMARY:Tennessee's Essential Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join Sycamore Shoals intern Lauren Thompson to learn about some of Tennessee’s Essential Trees! This guided hike will feature outstanding trees and a guided walk along the Watauga River. Learn how to recognize a tree with or without leaves\, how our ancestors used the trees\, and other unique facts. Experience the state park by hearing basic hiking tips such as\, what is good to pack for a day hike\, avoiding poison ivy\, and what to wear on a hike. If you want to learn something new or just enjoy an easy hike\, the Tenn Essential Trees has something for everyone. \nMeet at the Picnic Area Information Kiosk\nPlease no pets. \nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals \n 
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/tennessees-essential-trees/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,General,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210426T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210426T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210328T184612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T184612Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Full Moon Hike\nMonday\, April 26\, 2021 10:00 pm\nAdmission – $5.00 (tax included)\, 6 and under free\nTax included                                                                                         Max:  10\nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals\nOur parks are closed from dusk till dawn\, but this is a special occasion. Join Ranger Cory Franklin\, for a walk under the\nlight of the full moon. Learn about some of the monumental events that took place on the grounds of Sycamore Shoals\nState Park while enjoying the rare chance of seeing the park at night.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/full-moon-hike-2/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210328T184454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T184454Z
UID:93532-1619100000-1619105400@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Hike\nThursday\, April 22\, 2021 2:00 pm\nAdmission: Free! Max: 10\nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals\nJoin Sycamore Shoals intern Lauren Thompson on a guided hike that will feature outstanding trees and a guided walk\nalong the Watauga River. Learn how to recognize a tree with or without leaves\, how our ancestors used the trees\, and\nother unique facts. Experience the state park by hearing basic hiking tips such as\, what is good to pack for a day hike\,\navoiding poison ivy\, and what to wear on a hike. If you want to learn something new or enjoy an easy hike\, the Earth Day\nhike has something for everyone.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/earth-day-hike/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210328T184349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T184349Z
UID:93531-1618581600-1618587000@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Tunes of Time
DESCRIPTION:Tunes of the Time\nFriday\, April 16\, 2021                                                                                                2:00 pm\nAdmission: $5.00 (tax included)\, 6 and under: Free                                                  Max: 10\nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals\nLife on the 18 th century frontier could be harsh and unpredictable. Many early settlers turned to music as a source of joy\nand entertainment. Join Museum Curator Chad Bogart in the “Gathering Place” of the park visitor center for a glimpse\ninto the musical heritage of the colonial frontier. See how music was a part of the everyday lives of colonial Americans\nand how the melting pot of early America influenced the songs and tunes we still enjoy today.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/tunes-of-time/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Historical Events,Music,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210328T184248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T184248Z
UID:93530-1618048800-1618070400@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Carter Mansion Celebration & Militia Muster
DESCRIPTION:Carter Mansion Celebration & Militia Muster\nSaturday\, April 10\, 2021 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nJoin us as we celebrate the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, and the historically prominent Carter Family. Travel back to\nthe 1780’s and tour the Carter Mansion. Witness living history reenactors demonstrating aspects of 18 th Century life\, and\nsee local craftsman showcasing traditional skills.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/carter-mansion-celebration-militia-muster-4/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Festivals,General,Historical Events,Outdoors,Storytelling,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210409T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210328T184133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T184133Z
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SUMMARY:Tomahawk Throwing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tomahawk Throwing Workshop\nFriday\, April 9\, 2021                                                               10 am – 11 am\nCost: $5.00 (tax included)                                                                  Max: 6\nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals\nDiscover the unique skill of 18 th century tomahawk throwing by joining Ranger Jason Davis for a hands-on tutorial.\nTopics will include the versatile applications of the tomahawk on the early American Frontier as well as proper technique\nand release for throwing with safety and accuracy.  No children younger than 12. Parents who wish to be present but not\nparticipate do not need to register. Please dress appropriately for the weather.  Bring your own water\, all other supplies\nwill be provided. Please don’t bring your own tomahawk. Meet inside Fort Watauga\, subject to cancellation due to\nsignificantly inclement weather.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/tomahawk-throwing-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Outdoors,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210328T184017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T184017Z
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SUMMARY:Carter Mansion Tour
DESCRIPTION:Carter Mansion Tour\nThursday\, April 8\, 15\, 22\, 2021                                                                     1:00 pm\nAdults – $9.00; Ages 7 to 17 years – $5.00; 6 and under free\nTax included                                                                                         Max:  6\nRegistration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals\nJoin park staff for a tour of Tennessee’s oldest frame house! Discover the secrets of this elegant frontier home and learn\nthe history of the family who built it between 1775 and 1780.\nThe John and Landon Carter Mansion is located at 1031 Broad Street\, Elizabethton\, TN 37643\nAccessibility to the home includes steps and an interior staircase. Tour may be subject to cancelation in the event of\nseverely inclement weather.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/carter-mansion-tour-7/2021-04-08/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Historical Events,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20210328T184810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T184810Z
UID:93535-1617458400-1617465600@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Living History Weekends at Fort Watauga
DESCRIPTION:Living History Weekends at Fort Watauga\nEach Saturday and Sunday in April (Except 4 th and the 10 th ) 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nJoin our historic interpretive staff for a variety of free living history demonstrations\, displays\, and presentations on various\naspects of life in the 18 th century frontier. You never know what may be going on at the fort. Come by\, check it out\, and\ntake a step back in time.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/living-history-weekends-at-fort-watauga/2021-04-03/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Historical Events,Outdoors,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201206
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20201104T171323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T171323Z
UID:92325-1607040000-1607212799@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Christmastide at the Carter Mansion
DESCRIPTION:Christmastide at the Carter Mansion  \nFriday\, December 4 and Saturday\, December 5                                       5:00\, 6:00\, 7:00 & 8:00 pm \nCost: Adults – $8.00; Ages 7 to 17 – $4.00; Ages 6 and under – Free \nMax: 10 per tour \nPre-registration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals \nRegistration Opens November 1st \nTake a step back in time as historical interpreters guide you through the candle lit rooms of Tennessee’s oldest frame house decorated\, as it would have been in 1780\, with beautiful greenery for the holiday season. Learn about the customs and traditions enjoyed by our colonial ancestors and how they celebrated the month-long season of Christmastide. \n*Meet at The Historic Carter Mansion 1031 Broad Street\, Elizabethton\, TN 37643 \n*Please note\, the Carter Mansion is only accessible by stairs. \n 
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/christmastide-at-the-carter-mansion/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Historical Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201128
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20201104T171522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T171522Z
UID:92326-1606435200-1606521599@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Walking in Frontier Footsteps - After Thanksgiving Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Walking in Frontier Footsteps – After Thanksgiving Day Hike  \nFriday\, November 27                                                                                   9:00 am \nCost: Free \nPre-registration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals \nJoin park staff for a guided walk through the grounds of Sycamore Shoals and along portions of the walking path. Learn about the historic events that took place around Sycamore Shoals and their significance to the formation of our State and Country.  Dress appropriately for the weather as we will be taking a casual stroll on the walking path and through the park grounds. Meet in the picnic area beside the Visitor Center. Please no pets. Hike is by reservation only and subject to cancellation due to significantly inclement weather. \n  \nJoin Ranger Davis for a special guided interpretive walk through the grounds of Sycamore Shoals and along portions of the walking path on Friday\, November 27. Discover the historical events that took place surrounding Sycamore Shoals and their significance to the formation of our State and Country.  Dress appropriately for the weather as we will be taking a casual stroll on the walking path and through the park grounds. Portions of the walk will include ground that may not be flat or solid for people with mobility challenges.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/walking-in-frontier-footsteps-after-thanksgiving-day-hike-4/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20201104T172238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T172238Z
UID:92333-1605353400-1605454200@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Sabine Hill State Historic Site: Guided Tours
DESCRIPTION:Sabine Hill State Historic Site: Guided Tours \nSaturday\, November 14                                                                         11:30 am \nSunday\, November 15                                                                          1:30 pm \nCost: Adults – $8.00; Ages 7 to 17 – $4.00; Ages 6 and under – Free \nPre-registration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals \nJoin Seasonal Interpreter Laura Ellis for a guided tour of this stately home which has been described as one of the finest examples of Federal architecture in the State of Tennessee. Take in the colorful and architecturally detailed interior while learning about the influential Taylor family who called Sabine Hill home in the early 19th century. Duration – 1 hour. \n*Meet at Sabine Hill 2328 West G Street\, Elizabethton\, TN 37643 \n*Please note\, Sabine Hill is only accessible by stairs. Only portable toilet facilities are available currently. \n 
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/sabine-hill-state-historic-site-guided-tours/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Historical Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20201104T171732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T171732Z
UID:92327-1605348000-1605369600@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Colonial Harvest Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Harvest Celebration  \nSaturday\, November 14                                                                             10:00 am – 4:00 pm \nSunday\, November 15                                                                                 10:00 am – 3:00 pm \nJoin the festivities at Fort Watauga as the Washington County Militia gather to celebrate recent victories in the War for Independence and give thanks for a bountiful harvest. Enjoy living history presentations and demonstrations of 18th century frontier life.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/colonial-harvest-celebration-5/2020-11-14/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Historical Events,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201107T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20201104T172429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T172429Z
UID:92334-1604757600-1604764800@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Living History Saturdays at Fort Watauga
DESCRIPTION:Living History Saturdays at Fort Watauga  \nNovember 7\, 14\, & 21                                                                          2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nStop in for an afternoon visit at Fort Watauga and join a member of our interpretive staff as they demonstrate a particular aspect of colonial frontier life. From 18th century woodworking and musket demonstrations\, to open hearth cooking or quill pen writing. You never know what may be going on at the fort. Come by\, check it out\, and take a step back in time.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/living-history-saturdays-at-fort-watauga/2020-11-07/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Historical Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200914
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20200505T191852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200505T191852Z
UID:91601-1599868800-1600041599@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:23rd Annual Fort Watauga Knap-In
DESCRIPTION:Saturday & Sunday\, September 12 & 13 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nKnapping—with a “K”—has nothing to do with sleep! Knapping is the art of making stone tools\, and the Knap-In at Fort Watauga is our celebration of Tennessee Archaeology Week. Watch primitive skills craftsmen make arrowheads\, spear points and other survival tools. There will be demonstrations of primitive tools such as the bow\, arrow and atlatl throughout the day.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/23rd-annual-fort-watauga-knap-in/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Historical Events,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200817T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20191218T180735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210722T175310Z
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SUMMARY:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park: Carter Mansion
DESCRIPTION:Death Comes to the Carter Mansion \nTuesday\, August 17\, 2021\, 7:00 pm \nAdults – $10.00; 17 and under – $8:00 \nTax included Max: 12 \nNot recommended for small children Registration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals \n  \nIn the late 18th century and early 19th-century death was viewed much differently than it is today. Join Museum Curator Chad Bogart for a special after-hours program at the Carter Mansion\, Tennessee’s oldest frame house\, and learn about the strange and sometimes bizarre customs\, rituals\, and superstitions surrounding death and funerals in early America. \n  \nThe John and Landon Carter Mansion is located at 1031 Broad Street\, Elizabethton\, TN 37643 \nAccessibility to the home includes steps and an interior staircase.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/sycamore-shoals-state-historic-park-carter-mansion-tour/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Historical Events,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200823
DTSTAMP:20260404T040329
CREATED:20200213T002644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210722T174704Z
UID:91388-1597104000-1598140799@northeasttennessee.org
SUMMARY:Watauga Valley Art League Show
DESCRIPTION:Watauga Valley Art League Show  \nAugust 11th – 22nd\, 2021 Mon-Sat: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm \nSun: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nJoin us at Sycamore Shoals for the 50th Anniversary of the Watauga Valley Art League Show.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/watauga-valley-art-league-meeting/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,General
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200817
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SUMMARY:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park: Seasonal Interpreter Programs
DESCRIPTION:Seasonal Interpreter Programs: Aug. 1 st – Aug. 16 th\n***In keeping with CDC guidelines to prevent Covid-19\, we can host programs for groups of 10 or\nless\, therefore\, all guests MUST register in advance for the listed programs. We encourage attendees\nto bring masks and keep 6 feet apart from other guests. Thank you for your understanding and \ncooperation*** \nRegistration required: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals or by calling 423-543-5808. \nSaturday\, August 1 st\n10:30 a.m. “Music on the Frontier” – Join Taylor Moorefield and hear history come alive\nthrough song! Taylor will play songs and tunes from the 18 th  century and discuss the ways the\nsettlers made music\, and the important role it played in their daily lives. Meet in the visitor\ncenter. Duration: 30 minutes.\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\nSunday\, August 2 nd\n1:30 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n3:00 pm. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Duration: 1 hour.\nWednesday\, August 5 th\n10:30 a.m. “Basic & Advanced Fire starting”-  Join Taylor Moorefield in a thorough\napproach to building fires for campouts or hiking adventures. Safety\, fire structures\, gathering\ntinder and kindling\, making fire in rain or snow\, natural fire starters from bark and tree sap\, fire\nby friction\, flint & steel\, plus modern methods with lighters\, ferro rods\, batteries\, trioxane\, and\nmore. Topics and difficulty level will be based on experience level of attendees. All ages\nwelcome! Meet at the Longhunter Camp\, directly below and to the left of Fort Watauga in the\npine forest. Duration: 1 hour. \nWednesday\, August 5th continued……\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:30 p.m. “Food Through Time” – Laura Ellis will be inside Fort Watauga’s second cabin\nstirring up some history- food history\, that is! You are invited to join her inside the second cabin\nas she tells of how food was prepared and preserved in the 18 th Century\, and the cultures that\ninfluenced today’s culinary favorites. Please come and fill your brain! *Guests are prohibited\nfrom consuming this program’s food\, so please eat beforehand* Duration: 30 minutes.\nThursday\, August 6 th\n10:30 a.m. “Colonial Men’s Etiquette” Join Taylor Moorefield in the visitor center for a fun\nand fascinating look at how men were expected to behave in the 1800s. From high society\nmanners to fashion\, to Native American culture and trends\, we will explore all manner of\netiquette from the colonists and natives. Duration: 30-45 minutes.\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n3:00 p.m. “Women on the Frontier” – Sit down and learn all about the daily lifestyle of\nyoung ladies\, upper-class women\, and the working housewife in 18 th Century South. Laura Ellis\nwill hold casual discussions on what women wore\, etiquette\, and daily chores that were done in\norder to keep the home in order. This event will be held in the second cabin inside the fort. *Due\nto CDC guidelines\, this program is limited to 5 people.* Duration: 30 minutes.\nFriday\, August 7 th\n10:30 a.m. “18 th  Century Coffee!”  –  Coffee\, anyone? This amazing drink of the modern\nworld has a long and fascinating history! Learn about the origins of coffee\, how it made its way\nto the New World\, and how the settlers of our area would have prepared and enjoyed this drink\nduring the Revolutionary War period. All ages welcome. Meet at Fort Watauga\, located behind\nthe visitor center. Duration: 30 minutes.\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour. \nFriday\, August 7th continued….\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:30 p.m. “Creek Crawl” – Laura Ellis will be hosting a “critter hunt” along the trail.\nTennessee’s waterways are prime area for animals large and small to build their homes and\nhideouts. The mission is to those creatures and the benefits they bring to the region. Please meet\nLaura at the butterfly garden if interested. Catching equipment will be provided and individuals\nshould prepare to get wet. Children Welcome! Duration: 1 hour.\nSaturday\, August 8 th\n10:30 a.m. “Useful Plants of Appalachia” – Join Taylor Moorefield on an easy hike through\nour trails along the beautiful Watauga River. On the hike we will identify and discuss many\nplants\, trees and flowers along the trail\, and any edible and/or medicinal uses they offer.\nTraditional uses by Cherokee and settlers will also be discussed. Plant lovers\, history enthusiasts\,\nand self-sufficiency buffs alike will enjoy this program! All ages welcome. Bring water and\ndress for the weather. Meet at Fort Watauga\, located directly behind the visitor center. Duration:\n45 minutes to 1 hour.\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n3:00 p.m. “Let the Colonial Games Begin!” – In the 18 th Century\, kids would invent many\ndifferent games to pass their time. Laura Ellis will be bringing those games to the 21 st Century in\nthe field by the butterfly garden\, so bring your children\, set up a picnic\, and enjoy the day\nwatching or participating in colonial games! Duration: 1 hour.\nSunday\, August 9 th\n1:30 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n3:00 pm. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Duration: 1 hour. \nWednesday\, August 12 th\n10:30 a.m. “Fifes and Drums – War Music of the Revolution” Learn all about the Fife and\nDrum corps of the Revolutionary War – a vital part of most battles during the time period. You\nwill get to see authentic reproductions of rope-tension snare drums\, fifes and bass drums. Join\nTaylor Moorefield in the visitor center. All ages welcome!\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n3:00 p.m. “Frontier Fire-Starting” – Before settlers arrived\, the native Cherokee had their\nown ways of creating fire for survival. With early European influence\, other means of fire-\nmaking crossed the sea to the New World. Taylor Moorefield and Laura Ellis will be\ndemonstrating the varieties of primitive and paleolithic fire-starting methods practiced on the\nfrontier. Duration: 30 minutes.\nThursday\, August 13 th\n10:30 a.m.  “Do Not Forget Your Knots!” – Taylor Moorefield will demonstrate and discuss\nseveral useful knots for camping\, shelter building and utility uses. You will get a chance to learn\nand practice these knots if you choose. Meet in the visitor center lobby\, and we will walk outside\nas a group\, weather permitting. Otherwise the program will be in the visitor center. Ages 10 and\nup.\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\nFriday\, August 14 th\n10:30 a.m.   “Flintlock Demo” Take a closer look at the flintlock rifle and musket – the\nstandard hunting tools and weapons of war from the Revolutionary War period! Learn all about\nthe history of this significant weapon\, the different types of firearms from the period\, and see one\nfire in real life. Meet in Fort Watauga\, located behind the visitor center. All ages welcome.\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour. \nFriday\, August 14th continued…..\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\nSaturday\, August 15 th\n10:30 a.m.   “How To Pack For An Adventure” – Come learn basic and advanced backpacking\ntips\, often forgotten items\, things you don’t need\, and how to ensure you’re ready for your\nadventure into the woods – whether it’s for a day or a week! We’ll cover minimalist approaches\nall the way up to your own luxurious vacation in nature. All ages welcome. Meet at the visitor\ncenter lobby. Duration: 45 minutes-1 hour.\n11:30 a.m. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour.\n2:00 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n3:00 p.m. “Colonial Letter-Writing” In today’s world of media\, the traditional act of letter\nwriting is increasingly less practiced. Laura Ellis will demonstrate the art behind the main source\nof communication on the frontier\, including formal etiquette\, wax stamping\, and the varieties of\nmessage sending during the Revolutionary War. Please meet inside the visitor’s center gathering\nplace. Duration: 30 minutes.\nSunday\, August 16 th\n1:30 p.m. “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and\ntake a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two\nprominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all\nabout the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour.\n3:00 pm. “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks\nabout the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while\nexploring their restored home. Duration: 1 hour.\nIf you would like to receive updated information throughout the year\, please send your email address to \njennifer.bauer@tn.gov\nVisitors Center Hours: \n9:00 am – 4:00 pm – Monday – Saturday (Closed for Lunch & Cleaning 11:30 am -1:30 pm) \n1:00 pm – 4:30 pm Sunday \nOur Visitors Center is closed on most State holidays. Park grounds open from dawn until dusk.\nIn the event of extremely inclement winter weather\, contact the park about program cancelations and park office \nclosings. \nSycamore Shoals State Historic Park – 1651 W. Elk Avenue- Elizabethton\, TN 37643 \n423-543-5808 \nsycamoreshoalstn.wordpress.com facebook.com/sycamoreshoals\ntnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals friendsofsycamoreshoals.org
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/sycamore-shoals-state-historic-park-seasonal-interpreter-programs/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,General,Historical Events,Outdoors,Storytelling
GEO:36.3424618;-82.252942
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200801
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SUMMARY:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park: History at Home
DESCRIPTION:Seasonal Interpreter Programs: July 15th – July 31st \n\n            ***In keeping with CDC guidelines to prevent Covid-19\, all guests MUST register in advance for the listed programs. We encourage attendees to bring masks and keep 6 feet apart from other guests. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation*** \nCarter Mansion and Sabine Hill Home Tour: Our beautiful historic homes have a TOUR FEE. Adults – $8.00; Children (7-17) – $4.00; Children (0-6) – FREE \n***Historic homes are located off-site from the park grounds. See website for addresses*** \nRegister here:  https://tnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals \n\nWednesday\, July 15th \n\n11:30 a.m.       “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n10:30 a.m.       “Basic & Advanced Firestarting” Join Taylor Moorefield in a thorough approach to building fires for campouts or hiking adventures. Safety\, fire structures\, gathering tinder and kindling\, making fire in rain or snow\, natural fire starters from bark and tree sap\, fire by friction\, flint & steel\, plus modern methods with lighters\, ferro rods\, batteries\, trioxane\, and more. Class topics and difficulty level will be based on experience level of attendees. All ages welcome! Meet at the Longhunter Camp\, directly below and to the left of Fort Watauga in the small pine forest. \n\n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n3:00 p.m.        “Colonial Letter-Writing” In today’s world of media\, the traditional act of letter writing is increasingly less practiced. Laura Ellis will demonstrate the art behind the main source of communication on the frontier\, including formal etiquette\, wax stamping\, and the varieties of message sending during the Revolutionary War. Please meet inside the visitor’s center gathering place. Duration: 30 minutes. \n  \n  \nThursday\, July 16th  \n  \n10:30 a.m.       “Making Rivercane Arrows” – How did the Cherokee make arrows for hunting and warfare? Join Taylor Moorefield and see it done first-hand! Meet in the fort and we will walk down to the long-hunter camp as a group for the program. Duration: 45 minutes. \n  \n11:30 a.m.       “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour \n\n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n3:00 p.m.        “A Life in Linen” – How was linen made? What did early settlers use for dye? Join Laura Ellis inside the fort as she answers questions like these and explains the importance of flax and linen on the frontier\, as well as get an idea of fabric dyeing in the late 1700s. Duration: 30 minutes. \n\nFriday\, July 17th  \n  \n10:30 a.m. “18th Century Coffee!”  –  Coffee\, anyone? This amazing drink of the modern world has a long and fascinating history! Learn about the origins of coffee\, how it made its way to the New World\, and how the settlers of our area would have prepared and enjoyed this drink during the Revolutionary War period. All ages welcome. Meet in the fort. Duration: 30 minutes. \n\n11:30 a.m.       “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n3:00 p.m.        “Fort Watauga Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a detailed walk through the fort. She will explain the earliest history of the land\, the families who raised the walls\, and the siege between the Native Americans and settlers here in the area. Laura will also go into the culture that surrounded the fort walls. If interested\, please meet her outside the fort’s main gate\, located right behind the visitor’s center. Duration: 30 minutes. \n\nSaturday\, July 18th  \n\n10:30 a.m.      “Useful Plants of Appalachia” – Join Taylor Moorefield on an easy hike through our walking trails along the beautiful Watauga River. On the hike we will identify and discuss 20+ plants\, trees and flowers along the trail\, and any edible and/or medicinal uses they offer. Traditional uses by Cherokee and settlers will also be discussed. Plant lovers\, history enthusiasts\, and self-sufficiency buffs alike will enjoy this program! All ages welcome. Rain or shine. Bring water and comfortable walking shoes\, and dress for the weather. Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour. \n\n11:30 a.m.       “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour. \n  \n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n3:00 p.m.        “Frontier Fire-Starting” – Before settlers arrived\, the native Cherokee had their own ways of creating fire for survival. With early European influence\, other means of fire-making crossed the sea to the New World. Laura Ellis will be demonstrating the varieties of primitive and Paleolithic fire-starting methods practiced on the frontier. Duration: 30 minutes. \n\nSunday\, July 19th  \n  \n1:00 p.m.        “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\nWednesday\, July 22nd \n  \n10:30 a.m.        “Music on the Frontier” – Join Taylor Moorefield and hear history come alive through song! Taylor will play songs and tunes from the 18th century and discuss the ways the settlers made music\, and the important role it played in their daily lives. Duration: 30 minutes. \n\n11:30 a.m.       “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Chad Bogart on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour. \n  \n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\nThursday\, July 23rd  \n\n10:30 a.m.        “How To Pack For An Adventure” – Come learn basic and advanced backpacking tips\, often forgotten items\, things you don’t need\, and how to ensure you’re ready for your adventure into the woods – whether it’s for a day or a week! We’ll cover minimalist approaches all the way up to your own luxurious vacation in nature. All ages welcome. Meet at the visitor center lobby. Duration: 45 minutes-1 hour. \n\n11:30 a.m.       “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Chad Bogart on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour. \n  \n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\nFriday\, July 24th  \n  \n11:30 a.m.       “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Chad Bogart on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Meet at Sabine Hill. Duration: 1 hour. \n  \n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n6:30 p.m.      “Campfire Stories” – Join Taylor Moorefield and Laura Ellis in a night of historic stories\, laughs and spooky tales! We’ll have a campfire and benches to sit on\, or you can bring your own chair if you prefer. Due to COVID19\, we cannot serve marshmallows or S’mores\, so eat before you come! Meet at the Longhunter Camp directly below and to the left of Fort Watauga on the park grounds – look for the campfire. Bring an umbrella or raincoat in the case of light rain – program will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rain or storms. All ages welcome. \n\nSaturday\, July 25th  \n  \n10:30 a.m.       “Flintlock Demo” Take a closer look at the flintlock rifle and musket – the standard hunting tools and weapons of war from the Revolutionary War period! Learn all about the history of this significant weapon\, the different types of firearms from the period\, and see one fire in real life. Meet in Fort Watauga. All ages welcome. \n\n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\nSunday\, July 26th \n  \n1:00 p.m.    “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n3:00 pm.        “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Duration: 1 hour. \n\nTuesday\, July 28th \n  \n11:30 a.m.        “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n2:00 p.m.        “Creek Crawl” – Laura Ellis will be hosting a “critter hunt” along the trail. Tennessee’s waterways are prime area for animals large and small to build their homes and hideouts. The mission is to those creatures and the benefits they bring to the region. Please meet Laura at the trail’s butterfly garden\, under the field’s large poplar tree\, if interested. Catching equipment will be provided and individuals should prepare to get wet. Children Welcome! Duration: 1 hour. \n  \nWednesday\, July 29th \n  \n10:30 a.m.        “Fifes and Drums – War Music of the Revolution” Learn all about the Fife and Drum corps of the Revolutionary War – a vital part of most battles during the time period. You will get to see authentic reproductions of rope-tension snare drums\, fifes and bass drums. Join Taylor Moorefield in the visitor center. All ages welcome! \n\n11:30 a.m.        “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n2:00 p.m.        “Fort Watauga Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a detailed walk through the fort. She will explain the earliest history of the land\, the families who raised the walls\, and the siege between the Native Americans and settlers here in the area. Laura will also go into the culture that surrounded the fort walls. If interested\, please meet her outside the fort’s main gate\, located right behind the visitor’s center. Duration: 30 minutes. \n\n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\nThursday\, July 30th \n  \n10:30 a.m.         “Do Not Forget Your Knots!” – Taylor Moorefield will demonstrate and discuss several useful knots for camping\, shelter building and utility uses. You will get a chance to learn and practice these knots if you choose. Meet in the visitor center lobby\, and we will walk outside as a group\, weather permitting. Otherwise the program will be in the visitor center. Ages 10 and up. \n\n11:30 a.m.        “Sabine Hill House Tour” – Join Laura Ellis on a walk through time as she talks about the Taylor family who built today’s Sabine Hill\, and the founders of Happy Valley while exploring their restored home. Duration: 1 hour. \n  \n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n3:00 p.m.        “Food Through Time” – Laura Ellis will be inside Fort Watauga’s second cabin stirring up some history- food history\, that is! You are invited to join her inside the second cabin as she tells of how food was prepared and preserved in the 18th Century\, and the cultures that influenced today’s culinary favorites. Please come and fill your brain! *Guests are prohibited from consuming this program’s food\, so please eat beforehand* Duration: 30 minutes. \n  \nFriday\, July 31st \n  \n10:30 a.m.      “Useful Plants of Appalachia” – Join Taylor Moorefield on an easy hike through our walking trails along the beautiful Watauga River. On the hike we will identify and discuss 20+ plants\, trees and flowers along the trail\, and any edible and/or medicinal uses they offer. Traditional uses by Cherokee and settlers will also be discussed. Plant lovers\, history enthusiasts\, and self-sufficiency buffs alike will enjoy this program! All ages welcome. Rain or shine. Bring water and comfortable walking shoes\, and dress for the weather. Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour. \n\n2:00 p.m.       “Carter Mansion House Tour” – Join Seasonal Interpreter Taylor Moorefield and take a tour of the oldest frame house in Tennessee\, home to Landon and Elizabeth Carter – two prominent settlers of the Carter Family who built their home here in the late 1770s. Learn all about the Carters and their fascinating place in the history of our area. Duration: 1 hour. \n\n\nIf you would like to receive updated information throughout the year\, please send your email address to jennifer.bauer@tn.gov \n  \nVisitors Center Hours: \n9 am–4 pm -Mon.- Sat. (Closed: Lunch &Cleaning 11:30 am -1:30 pm) 1 pm – 4:30 pm Sun. \n\nOur Visitors Center is closed on most State holidays. Park grounds open from dawn until dusk. \n\nSycamore Shoals State Historic Park \n1651 W. Elk Avenue \nElizabethton\, TN 37643 \n  \n423-543-5808 \n  \nsycamoreshoalstn.wordpress.com                               \ntnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals \nfacebook.com/sycamoreshoals                                   \nfriendsofsycamoreshoals.org  
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/sycamore-shoals-state-historic-park-history-at-home-3/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
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SUMMARY:Watauga Valley Art League: Summer Art Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:Art show and sale\, July 9 through July 26\nMeet-the-Artist Awards Reception:\nSunday\, July 12\, 1:30 – 4:00 pm\nThe Watauga Valley Art League celebrates its 50th year in 2020! This multi-media exhibit is two art shows in one: “17th Annual Judged show” and the “25th Annual Watauga Valley Art League Member show”. Please join us for this popular summer event!\nShow will be open for viewing during regular visitor center hours.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/watauga-valley-art-league-summer-art-show-and-sale/
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Week
DESCRIPTION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park plants pollinator garden in celebration of \nNational Pollinator Week – June 22 – 28\, 2020 \n  \nRecently\, on a cool morning in Elizabethton\, the staff of Sycamore Shoals came together to broadcast the seed of native wildflowers and grasses over a ½ acre of land at Sabine Hill State Historic Site. Considering the historic nature of the site\, everyone arrived in historic attire to accomplish the task at hand!  With National Pollinator Week quickly approaching on June 22nd\, this was the perfect time to get the seed in the ground and begin our work in creating new habitat for pollinators in Tennessee. \n\nThe funding for the project was provided through a partnership between the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Pollinator Habitat Program\, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation\, and the Tennessee State Park’s Honey Project\, with a goal to promote pollinator and environmental health in parks and across the state.  Along with this goal are opportunities for interpretive programming that will teach about the importance of pollinators\, the need to protect habitat\, types of pollinators\, and what we can all do to protect these many species. \n\nWe often think of colonial honeybees as being pollinators\, but there are many more.  In Tennessee there are approximately 400 species of solitary bees that do not live in colonies.  They are tiny and can nest underground or in hollow stems.  In addition to bees; birds\, butterflies\, bats\, and beetles all do their part in pollinating our native plants.  In turn\, these beautiful meadows provide shelter\, egg nurseries\, food\, and rest for pollinators. \nSabine Hill State Historic Site\, managed by the Tennessee Historical Commission and Tennessee State Parks\, will be open for tours this summer each Wednesday through Sunday.  You can search for a date and register for a tour by visiting www.tnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals \n\nPlease also visit Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park’s Butterfly Garden near Patriot’s Path walking trail by the Watauga River.  Cared for by the East Tennessee Master Gardeners\, this site is also a North American Butterfly Association Monarch Waystation.   Within easy access of the parking area in front of the Visitors Center\, you will find a Tennessee Urban Forestry certified Arboretum with a wide variety of signed\, native trees.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/pollinator-week/
LOCATION:Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park\, 1651 W. Elk Avenue\, Elizabethton\, TN\, 37643\, United States
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