Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia

09/05/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY!

The wait is over, the 18th Annual Folk Pottery & Arts Festival is happening TODAY! Join us for a full day celebrating the rich traditions of folk pottery and Appalachian arts.

60+ artists & vendors
Live pottery & folk life demonstrations
Live music
Four food trucks
Hands-on activities
…and so much more!

TODAY, Saturday, September 5, 10 AM–4 PM
Sautee Nacoochee Center

Come spend the day with us, we can’t wait to see you!

09/04/2026

A little warm weather won’t stop the fun! The SNC campus has lots of beautiful shade, plus four air-conditioned buildings where you can cool off while exploring.

Between the outdoor vendor booths, step inside to see:

Historic Gym: Meet & shop with Folk Potters
Community Hall: Artist vendors
Folk Pottery Museum: Pottery demos & Face Jugs exhibit
Schoolhouse: Explore the newly renovated SN History Museum & The Center Gallery
Don't forget to grab a cool treat at Jana's Bananas booth.

Take your time, find some shade, cool off inside, and enjoy everything the festival has to offer. We’ll see you there!

09/04/2026

1 DAY AWAY! Tomorrow is the day you've been waiting for.

The 18th Annual Folk Pottery & Arts Festival is THIS SATURDAY!

Join us September 5 from 10 AM–4 PM at the Sautee Nacoochee Center for a full day celebrating the rich traditions of folk pottery and Appalachian arts.

60+ artists & vendors
Live pottery & folk life demonstrations
Live music
Food trucks
One-of-a-kind handmade treasures
FREE admission & parking!

With something happening across the entire SNC campus, there’s plenty to see, shop, hear, and enjoy. Bring your friends and family and make a day of it!

Saturday, September 5, 10 AM–4 PM
Sautee Nacoochee Center

We’ll see you at the festival!

09/03/2026

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Here's what you need to know before you arrive at the Folk Pottery & Arts Festival 2026!

Saturday, September 5, 10 AM - 4 PM

●Parking
There are 3 FREE public parking lots. This is the only parking available. Please refer to the map in this post to plan where to go. The beginning of the Festival is historically very busy, please be patient with our volunteer parking team as they help guide you!

●No animals allowed- Service animals only
We love our furry friends, but the festival is going to be too busy to safely allow pets- service animals are the only animals allowed on campus.

●4 Food Trucks on campus
Spend your day with us! Plenty of food options will be available at the festival. Dine with Smokin’ Axel, Alpine Pizza Wagon, EggRoll Boyz, and The Mad Greek.

●First-aid tent will be on campus
Your safety is our top priority. A First-aid tent will be located by the orange welcome tent on the south side of the outdoor stage.

●Pre-registration is required for workshop
There will be 1 in-person workshop the day of the festival- you must be pre-registered to participate.

●Shout out to our sponsors for helping make this our best year yet! Thank you Davens Ceramic Center, The North Georgia Auction Company, and Sutton Tire Company for your generosity.

● Check out our website for food trucks, full vendor lists, and all of the detailed festival information that you need!

https://www.folkpotterymuseum.com/folkpotteryfestival

09/03/2026

Shop native plants at the Folk Pottery Festival too!

The Sautee Nacoochee Center's Environmental Stewardship & Preservation program will have a selection of native plants available at the Folk Pottery & Arts Festival THIS weekend!

Can't wait until our Fall Native Plant Sale? Shop early at their booth this weekend.

See you this Saturday, September 5, from 10 AM- 4:00 PM.

Find more festival details on the Folk Pottery Museum page.

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

A few spots are still available for our Face Jug-Inspired Wall Planter Workshop during the Folk Pottery Festival!

Looking for a hands-on way to experience the Folk Pottery & Arts Festival? Join potter Blake Carter for a fun, beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll create your own one-of-a-kind ceramic wall planter inspired by the expressive tradition of Southern face jugs!

No pottery experience necessary, just bring your creativity! Your finished piece will be glazed and fired by the Folk Pottery Museum and ready for pickup in approximately 4–6 weeks.

Saturday, September 5, 10 AM–12 PM
$50 per person
Ages 13 & up
Sautee Nacoochee Center, John Burrison Pottery Studio

Spots are limited, so reserve yours before they’re gone!
Register here: https://www.folkpotterymuseum.com/classes