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Crafting an Heirloom Rocking Chair

November 10, 2008 – 2:31 pm

You’ll love to see Randy Ogle making a rocking chair like the one Aden Carver made.
One of the Great Smoky Mountains’ most remarkable residents was Aden Carver, born at Smokemont in 1844. Carver lived to be 101 years old. He was a farmer, craftsman, millwright, and deacon of the Oconaluftee Baptist Church.
He lived through 5 [...]

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Weaving Across the Generations

October 15, 2008 – 5:40 am

Here’s a wonderful video about local weaver Hope Reagan. It shows her weaving limited edition placemats and tablerunners to celebrate the park’s 75th anniversary. Click on the photo to see the short film.

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Making Brooms Like Grandfather Taught Me

October 15, 2008 – 5:32 am

Here’s a fascinating look at David Ogle making brooms. He does it the way his grandfather showed him. It’s his way of celebrating the park’s 75th anniversary. You’ll love this peek inside his studio. Click on the picture below to watch the short film.

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