Seed Swap this Saturday
Got Whippoorwills, Razorbacks, Red Rippers, Pencil Cob, Hickory King, Greaseback or Turkey Craws to trade? On May 23, 2015, the 7th Annual Ozark Seed Swap will take place in the Administration Building at the Ozark Folk Center State Park between 1:00 and 4:00 P.M. This event is cosponsored by ROOST (Revitalizing Ozark-Ouachita Seed Traditions) and the Ozark Folk Center State Park. All interested persons are invited to attend this free event.
We invite you to bring some seeds and stories to swap with other Ozark seed savers and yarn spinners. If you have no seeds to swap but want to get started, come along to mingle with gardeners and farmers who can help. Come with the intent to grow the seed you obtain and return in 2016 to swap what you save for even more varieties. If you do not have seeds, you could bring envelopes or garden implements, baked goods or tea, just anything to share or trade with other gardeners. In this way, we can observe the heritage of Arkansas.
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Correction – Civil War on the Sylamore, Sunday, May 24
Travel back to the Civil War years between 1861 and 1865 in this land along the Sylamore Creek on Sunday evening, May 24.The program begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Large Auditorium. Through a series of 20 minute programs held throughout the Craft Village, you’ll learn how the families who had settled in this area dealt with the war. A map and a schedule will guide you on the walking tour through the village. Costumed interpreters will present living histories, songs and stories of the war.
In case of inclement weather, the entire program will be held in the large auditorium.
Auditorium doors open at 5:30, program begins at 6:00 pm. in the Large Auditorium.
The first presentation will be at 6:30; then 7:00; then 7:30.
Music and Dancing will begin at the Picnic Pavilion at 8:00.
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Craft Village Open Sunday and Monday for Memorial Day Holiday
Bring the family to the Ozark Folk Center State Park this Memorial Day Weekend for a memorable holiday experience.
In addition to our regular Tuesday-Saturday hours, the Craft Village will be open Sunday and Monday, May 24 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the holiday.
Visit with the crafts people as they create beautiful and functional items. Listen to the harmonies of live music on the outdoor stage. Enjoy a fried pie at the Smokehouse and hospitality of great southern cooking at the Skillet Restaurant.
The Ozark Folk Center State Park is a great place to spend your Memorial Day holiday.
The Cabins at Dry Creek still have rooms available.
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