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Welcome to Hart Square, the nation's largest collection of original, historic log cabins.
🪵 100 preserved structures dedicated to Southern Appalachian heritage. Hart Square Foundation preserves cultural heritage through living traditions, both past and present
We celebrate the rich diversity of crafts, trades, and practices of our region. The foundation preserves and shares the nation's largest collection of historic log cabins known as Hart Square Village, an open-air museum of 103 original structures constructed between 1760 to 1880. All of these structures tell the larger story of American history and the specific story of North Carolina's regional heritage.

10/23/2026

We still have tickets available, and we sure do hope to see you tomorrow at the 41st Fall Heritage Festival at Hart Square Village!

The village has been bustling, and the smells are already wafting through the village. Looks like we are being blessed with the perfect fall festival weather! The leaves are turning, the apples are ready to be cooked, and it is autumn in the village.

Get your tickets online at www.hartsquare.com or at the gate!

10/23/2026

Tomorrow is the BIG day! We look forward to welcoming you to the 41st Fall Heritage Festival at Hart Square Village on October 24th, where you will see the largest collection of historic log cabins come to life!

Don’t miss the big day! Get your tickets now!

This Saturday, experience a Hart Square Village Autumnal celebration, the annual Fall Heritage Festival. For the 41st ye...
10/23/2026

This Saturday, experience a Hart Square Village Autumnal celebration, the annual Fall Heritage Festival. For the 41st year, the cabins are bustling with docents, craftspeople and musicians. The village comes alive with the sounds, aromas and flavors of 1800s America.

New to Hart Square? Hart Square Village is open year round; home to the largest collection of historic log cabins, offering a truly unique experience. Each cabin tells a story, and there is an adventure around every corner. The Fall Heritage Festival is a special time where not only are all cabins open, but hundreds of historians, artisans and demonstrators bring the village to life. We are located in the foothills of North Carolina, in Vale. We can’t wait to show you the magic of Fall in the village.

Tickets available on line or at the gate.

10/22/2026

We are two days out from the event of the year, and the village is bustling with our team of volunteers as we prepare for the 41st Fall Heritage Festival.

One thing all volunteers agree on: the village is truly magical this time of year. We cannot wait to share the magic with you. We hope to see you this Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

📍Hart Square Village is located at 5055 Hope Road, Vale North Carolina, USA

🎟️ Ticket prices are $50 for adults, $25 for teens, and 13 and under are FREE. Admission includes entry to all 103 historic log cabins as well as craft demonstrations, Foodways throughout the site, and various spots to enjoy live music.

Tickets: https://hartsquare.com/product/41st-fall-heritage-festival/

Join us in Hickory for A Taste of 1776: A French-American W**e Dinner hosted by Vintage House Restaurant. $50 from every...
10/22/2026

Join us in Hickory for A Taste of 1776: A French-American W**e Dinner hosted by Vintage House Restaurant. $50 from every ticket will go directly to Hart Square Foundation, supporting our mission of preserving and sharing the history, craftsmanship and traditions of our region for generations to come.

Seating is limited, so secure your reservations today!

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10/22/2026

Step back in time with a day dedicated to preserving and sharing traditional crafts and trades. You don’t want to miss Hart Square Village come to life at the Fall Heritage Festival this Saturday, October 24th! With a multitude of demonstrations taking place throughout the Village, there is something new to experience year-over-year. We hope to see you Saturday!

Secure your tickets today.
https://hartsquare.com/product/41st-fall-heritage-festival/

Step back in time with a day dedicated to preserving and sharing traditional crafts and trades. You don’t want to miss H...
10/22/2026

Step back in time with a day dedicated to preserving and sharing traditional crafts and trades. You don’t want to miss Hart Square Village come to life at the Fall Heritage Festival this Saturday, October 24th!

With a multitude of demonstrations taking place throughout the Village, there is something new to experience year-over-year. We hope to see you Saturday!

Secure your tickets today.
https://hartsquare.com/product/41st-fall-heritage-festival/

10/22/2026

Step back in time with a day dedicated to preserving and sharing traditional crafts and trades. You don’t want to miss Hart Square Village come to life at the Fall Heritage Festival this Saturday, October 24th! With a multitude of demonstrations taking place throughout the Village, there is something new to experience year-over-year. We hope to see you Saturday!

Secure your tickets today.
https://hartsquare.com/product/41st-fall-heritage-festival/

10/21/2026

Discover the rich culinary history of early communities at Hart Square Village! Historic and regional foodways will be on full display at the Fall Heritage Festival on October 24th. Delight your senses with the smell of apple butter cooking over an open fire, a fall feast cooking over an open hearth, and a visit to the chuckwagon. This “step back in time” event offers the unique opportunity to experience a variety of aspects of traditional foodways, including gardening, food preparation, and food preservation.

Join us on October 24th to see many aspects of cultural heritage on display!

Tickets are available:
https://hartsquare.com/product/41st-fall-heritage-festival/

Discover the rich culinary history of early communities at Hart Square Village! Historic and regional foodways will be o...
10/20/2026

Discover the rich culinary history of early communities at Hart Square Village! Historic and regional foodways will be on full display at the Fall Heritage Festival on October 24th. Delight your senses with the smell of apple butter cooking over an open fire, a fall feast cooking over an open hearth, and a visit to the chuckwagon. This “step back in time” event offers the unique opportunity to experience a variety of aspects of traditional foodways, including gardening, food preparation, and food preservation.

Join us on October 24th to see many aspects of cultural heritage on display!

Tickets are available:
https://hartsquare.com/product/41st-fall-heritage-festival/

Address

5055 Hope Road
Vale, NC
28168

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5am
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(828) 528-5029

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