Park Happenings
Corn Husk Dolls Craft
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN 37643 (opens in new tab)Event Details
Long before modern toy stores existed, children found joy in toys crafted straight from the landscape. In the late 1700s, Cherokee families used incredible ingenuity to turn simple natural materials into treasured keepsakes. By skillfully slicing, soaking, and tying everyday items from the wetlands and fields, they brought unique figures to life. Join Kaden Payne at Fort Watauga to explore the fascinating art of traditional toymaking! You will discover the clever techniques used to transform raw materials like corn husks into timeless crafts. Come step into the past and see how resourcefulness shaped frontier playtime! You can "make and take" your own doll!
- Event Host
- Kaden Payne
- kaden.payne@tn.gov
- Price
- FREE
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
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1-888-867-2757Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park, encompassing 75.78 acres, invites you to step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Tennessee. More than just a pretty landscape, this park is where pivotal events unfolded that shaped the state and the nation. From exploring a reconstructed fort to wandering through historic homes, Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park offers a unique blend of outdoor beauty and historical significance that you won’t soon forget.
