Plans are underway for the first annual Cherokee Heritage Festival to be held Saturday, October 15 from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Cherokee Homestead Exhibit in Hayesville. Demonstrations and information will be shared by:
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- Cherokee basket weaver Emma Garrett
- Southeastern potter Tammy Beane
- Cherokee artist and historian Davy Arch
- Local resident and native lore expert Darry Wood
- Cherokee educator and storyteller Diamond Brown
- Cherokee trading trails expert Lamar Marshall
- Hiawassee Valley town settlements expert T. J. Holland
These experts will be demonstrating their skills and knowledge throughout the day and offering their handiwork for sale. On the day of the event, the Clay County Historical Museum will be open, and food will be available. As this event is being publicized throughout our region and beyond, we expect a large number of visitors.
Other Happenings at the Exhibit: Our own artist and retired educator Reba Beck has spent countless hours painting basket weave patterns on the concrete slab near the corn crib. Additional medallions created by local blacksmith Joe Miller have been added. You’ll want to stop by the exhibit to see these wonderful works of art created by local talent!
We’re gearing up for the student field trip experiences at the exhibit, which will be scheduled during the latter part of September and early October. Fourth and eighth grade students in North Carolina, and second and eighth graders in Georgia are invited to attend. The curriculum and activities are written, and materials are available to use with the students. If you’re interested in providing these experiences for our children, please contact Sandy Nicolette at 389-3045.
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