John C. Campbell Folk School - Little Middle Folk School
A summer day camp offering traditional arts and crafts for children and teens.
▌ Editor's read The John C. Campbell Folk School, established in 1925, operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to traditional arts and crafts. The Little Middle Folk School program is a day camp for children aged 6-12, offering various classes in traditional Appalachian arts, crafts, and music. The website details specific camp sessions, including activities like pottery, weaving, and instrument making. While the main Folk School has a long history, specific details about the Little Middle program's staff-to-camper ratio or background check policies for its youth programs are not explicitly stated on the provided page. The camp leverages the Folk School's established reputation and facilities, providing a structured environment for creative learning. Social media links for the main Folk School are present, indicating an active online presence.
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Since 1011925+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
John C. Campbell Folk School - Little Middle Folk School is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. arts programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 101 (1925 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 7–17
- Address: 1 Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902, USA
- Phone: 828-837-2775
- Email: [email protected]
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Planning guides
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