Come to the Beaufort Historic Site and watch the Warped Weavers demonstrate how a barn-frame loom works. The volunteer group has been volunteering on our grounds for 40 years producing beautiful rugs, shawls, tea towels, placemats, and more which can be purchased in the Old Beaufort Shop. Space is limited to 8 people so please call 252-728-5225 to reserve your spot.
Make your own barn quilt! It's a large piece of painted wood that looks like a single quilt block and decorates the side of a barn or building. Our barn quilts will measure 24"x24" and you'll take home your finished product. This workshop is led by Donna Haggerty and has a materials fee of $75. There is a limit of 6 people so please call 252-728-5225 to reserve your spot.
Come to the grounds of the Beaufort Historic Site and spend the morning with the Master Gardeners of Carteret County. They will teach about propagation, give a tour of the three gardens they maintain at the Site, and answer any of your gardening questions. This is a free event.
Witness the retirement of an American Flag in a ceremonial burning on the grounds of the Beaufort Historic Site. It may come as a surprise to learn that this is one of the proper methods of retiring your tattered or damaged flags. This free event is led by Doug Cawman.
It's the 62nd annual walking tour of private homes, gardens, churches, and historic places in Beaufort! In addition to the amazing historic homes open to the public, ticket holders will also be able to tour the Beaufort Historic Site buildings, the Old Burying Ground, and join the charming narrated bus tours of the historic district. Don't miss the Old Homes Tour featured artist, Larry Dean, in the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery! Tickets can be purchased here, by calling (252)728-5225, or by stopping in the Visitor's Center at 130 Turner St. Thank you to our Old Homes Tour Booklet Sponsors Will & Kristy Harvey, and our ticket sponsor Emerald Isle Realty.
Learn how to make pine needle baskets, a skill dating back almost 9,000 years ago. Baskets served as vessels for grain, crops, and other essentials. Be sure to bring a bag lunch with you. Space is limited to 10 people, so reserve your spot today by calling (252)728-5225. This workshop is led by Penny Holland and has a materials fee of $50.
Area canvas rugs, today known as floor cloth, had their start in 18th century England. Initially used by the wealthy, the designs and patterns mimicked parquet flooring, tile, and marble. Make your own floor cloth in a workshop led by Donna Hagerty. Space is limited to 8 people so reserve your spot by calling (252)728-5225. There is a materials fee of $50.
Back by popular demand! Another Floor Cloth Workshop for the year has been added. Area canvas rugs, today known as floor cloth, had their start in 18th century England. Initially used by the wealthy, the designs and patterns mimicked parquet flooring, tile, and marble. Join us in learning the art and fun of these floor cloths. Led by Donna Haggerty. There is a limit of 8 people, and spaces are already filling up so please RSVP to 252.728.5225 to reserve your spot. MATERIALS FEE $50
EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Learn how to make pine needle baskets, a skill dating back almost 9,000 years ago. Baskets served as vessels for grain, crops, and other essentials. Be sure to bring a bag lunch with you. Space is limited to 10 people, so reserve your spot today by calling (252)728-5225. This workshop is led by Penny Holland and has a materials fee of $50.
Create four different ornaments made from local materials. There is a limit of 8 people for this workshop led by Donna Haggerty. Please call (252)728-5225 to reserve your spot. Materials fee of $30.