John C. Campbell Folk School Dance Classes

One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC 28902

mapOne Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC 28902

About

John C. Campbell Folk School Dance Classes are part of a larger program that offers activities in craft, art, music, dance, cooking, gardening, nature studies, photography, writing, blacksmithing, pottery, woodworking, jewelry making, and weaving. Classes run for six hours a day in a non-competitive, small-sized format, and are taught by expert instructors. Over 800 classes are offered year-round in these areas.

• Ages: 19
• Schedule: Year-round weeklong and weekend classes for adults; most sessions begin on Sunday and run through the following Saturday; classes run for six hours a day

The Folk School is a nonprofit organization and a founding member of the Southern Highland Craft Guild. It was founded nearly 100 years ago and is recognized as a historical landmark, with founders inspired by the 19th century Danish folk school model. The Folk School is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Guests are welcome to tour studios and observe classes, visit a Craft Shop that is open seven days a week and sells handcrafted items by over 300 local and regional artists, and explore a History Center that shares the Folk School’s story and displays works by legendary and contemporary artisans. Olive’s Porch, a related location in downtown Murphy, offers workshops and additional activities. The leadership team includes Adrianna Vasquez, Student Services Manager, and E. Lane Gresham, Director of Marketing & Communications.

Last updated December 25, 2025.

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