Living History

Join the Beaufort Historic Site at the Welcome Center on Tuesday, August 4th, from 9:00am to 4:00pm for a Madras Planter Workshop, part of the Living History Series. This madras planter has 3" x 10" solid maple base. It is woven with space dyed reed and #3round reed. It is about 4" tall and comes with 3 clay pots for planting. This basket looks great on a window sill or kitchen counter! Cost: $75.00 Instructor: Kathy Petronzio To reserve a spot, contact the Welcome Center at 130 Turner Street or call 252.728.5225 *Participants only*

Discover the timeless art of pine needle weaving with instructor Penny Holland at the Beaufort Historic Site! Whether you're brand new to the craft or an experienced pine needle basket maker looking to expand your skills, this class offers a fun, hands-on opportunity to create beautiful pine needle jewelry while learning traditional techniques in a welcoming environment. For more details, call the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center at 252.728.5225, or swing by at 130 Turner Street. Cost: $60.00 Instructor: Penny Holland

Join the Beaufort Historic Site for an Acorn Basket Workshop as part of the Living History Series. This distinctive basket is woven over a resin mold and features an attached maple base, creating a beautiful and sturdy finished piece. Woven with Hamburg cane, the basket is highlighted by a unique curled design that gracefully accents the sides, giving it both texture and character. Measuring approximately 5 inches in diameter and 9 inches tall, this elegant basket is perfect for display or practical use. Participants will learn traditional basket-weaving techniques while creating a one-of-a-kind handcrafted piece to take home! September 22 | 9:00am | $95.00 To reserve a spot, contact the Welcome Center at 130 Turner Street or call 252.728.5225

This special Old Burying Ground Tour, with additional new characters, will take place on Sunday, November 1, in timed groupings at 4:00pm, 4:30pm, 5:00pm and 5:30 p.m. The tour coincides with Allhallowtide, the three-day period dedicated to remembering the departed. Our tribute, including new characters, will bring to life fascinating tales of those laid to rest in Beaufort’s Old Burying Ground. While the Beaufort Historical Association offers tours of the Old Burying Ground year-round, Voices of the Past provides a truly unique experience. Guests will be assigned a Caretaker Guide who will provide safe passage through the ground’s winding paths by lantern light. Expect friendly and storied encounters with spirits at select gravesites who have long awaited your visit. There is also a "Day of the Dead" (Dia De Los Muertos) Festival on Middle Lane, 4:00pm - 8:00pm, hosted by the businesses of Middle Lane, featuring live music, beer garden, dancing, food vendors, children's crafts & activities, and more. PLEASE NOTE: This tour and the Middle Lane event honor the past and are not intended to frighten or evoke fear. Tickets are $24.00 for adults and $12.00 for ages 6 - 12 and are available for purchase online or in […]

This Nantucket Cuff Bracelet is hand-woven using traditional cane rattan that mimics the classic look of a Nantucket Basket. There are 3 dyed staves used to create the design. The sturdy brass core that you weave over is flexible and can be adjusted to size. The cuff is finished with decorative end caps. Instructor: Kathy Petronzio Cost: $75.00 Stop by the Beaufort Historic Welcome Site Center at 130 Turner Street, Beaufort, NC, call 252.728.5225, or email Shelly Brannan at bhaeducation@outlook.com to sign up for this great class!

Join the Beaufort Historic Site in the Welcome Center on Tuesday, December 1, at 9:00am for a Felted Soap Workshop with Pat Tester, part of the Living History Series. What is felt? How do you make felt? What is felt used for? In Felting 101 we’ll have answers for your questions and more. We’ll explore the characteristics of different kinds of fiber that felt and some that don’t. We’ll take a short walk through the history of felt, felting and the use of felted articles. The hands-on part of this short workshop will be felting a soap bar or two. This is a wet felting exercise, so you’ll be asked to bring a dishpan-sized plastic bowl (or smaller) and a bath towel/beach towel to cover your workspace. All other supplies will be provided. If you have a favorite bar of soap, you may bring it, but it should have round, not square, corners. Cost: $15 Instructor: Pat Tester To reserve a spot, go by the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center at 130 Turner Street or call 252.728.5225.