Sheep Shearing Day at Museum of Appalachia- 2nd Weekend

 Museum of Appalachia prepares for springtime pioneer celebration with Sheep Shearing Days.

The Museum of Appalachia, a Smithsonian Affiliate, invites the community to celebrate the arrival of spring and the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Guests will have the opportunity to witness every step of the wool-making process and learn first-hand how pioneers turned fleece into woven goods. Sheep shearing is the centerpiece of an event that includes a host of pioneer demonstrations, including sheep herding, dollmaking, basketmaking,
coopering, wood carving, chair caning, and dozens more. Interactive activities for kids include spelling bees, painting, an animal meet-and-greet, shape-note singing, old-fashioned games, storytelling, and more.

The event will be held on Friday, April 24 and Friday, May 1 from 9:00am-3:00pm.