Upcoming Events
The President James K. Polk State Historic Site has a full calendar of family events, educational programming, historic demonstrations, and other learning experiences for history buffs off all ages. Keep an eye on our social media as well for pop-up events!
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The Historic Kitchen: A Class on the Old Southern Way of Cooking
Learn the traditions and techniques of the Historic Southern Kitchen from trained chef and historic cook Cheryl Henry during this half-day class. Students will prepare a three-course meal from scratch in the rustic environs of the log kitchen house at the President James K. Polk State Historic Site. The labor of preparing ingredients and cooking over the open hearth will make the fruits of your labor taste that much sweeter as you enjoy your prepared dishes at the conclusion of the class. Each participant will also receive recipes and tips from Cheryl to take home and use to create new traditions of your own. Only 8 spots available for this intimate workshop. |
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Join us for our annual festival and fundraiser: Music, Dance, 'n Que! Click here to get more details on the day's events. 
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Gathering Gourmet: An Introduction to Wild Edibles
Growing up on a farm, David Williams’ food often came from places far removed from the grocery store. But you don’t have to live in a remote country setting to find tasty foods growing right outside your doorstep. Learn how to identify many wild edibles found all over North Carolina and sample natural food and drink prepared from local fare. Expect a 30-minute to 1-hour easy/moderate hike. No experience necessary. Children younger than 12 must be accompanied by parents. |
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Apron-Making Workshop with Mia Dappert
Historic re-enactor and avid seamstress Mia Dappert will teach you 18th century sewing techniques and stitches. Then, you will put your new skills to use creating an apron like those worn by women during the 18th and 19th centuries. All workshop materials will be provided. You do not need to have prior sewing knowledge to sing up for this class. All ages are welcome. This simple project serves as a great introduction to hand-sewing for future seamstresses and tailors of all ages. Pre-registration is required, so be sure to visit the link on the left to get your tickets before the event. |
Every Wednesday
10:00 am - 1:00 pm Last Thursday of the Month 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ************************ Call for confirmation: 704-889-7145 |
Fiber and Phun: Weekly Fiber Arts Meetup
Join us at the site as Laura Bain of Phun Knits leads a weekly get-together of fiber lovers of all sorts. Those interested in either modern or historic fiber arts are welcome! Whether you knit or crochet; spend hours pouring over the many gorgeous yarn choices or hours spinning the wheel as your create your own yarn; follow a carefully laid-out cross stitch design or free hand an embroidery creation all your own, all fiber lovers are welcome! Members interested in historic spinning, dyeing, weaving, knitting, etc. will be encouraged to join Laura and staff members as they share their knowledge with school groups visiting the site. Period-appropriate clothing (1790s-1810) may be provided to those interested in the educational aspirations of the group. |
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The Historical Cooking Guild of the Catawba Valley
The Historical Cooking Guild of the Catawba Valley is at the site on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, September through May. Use all your senses as you see, smell, and hear about what the average cook would have prepared during the time that James Polk was a boy. The ladies may simply be stoking the fire and researching "receipts" or they might be rendering some bear fat to use in a wide variety of dishes. You never know what you may see when you stop in, but it is sure to be a fascinating glimpse into a time gone by. |
Every 2nd + 4th Thursday
September through May ************************ Call for confirmation: 704-889-7145 
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