Holly Springs Center

Holly Springs Center We're a nonprofit committed to promoting the beauty and culture of the Upstate of SC.

🌿 Skip the hassle. Rent at Holly Springs! 🌿Planning a celebration, meeting, or special event? Holly Springs Center has b...
06/01/2026

🌿 Skip the hassle. Rent at Holly Springs! 🌿
Planning a celebration, meeting, or special event? Holly Springs Center has beautiful, affordable spaces ready for you!

✨ Spaces Available:
β€’ Cafeteria Only – $40/hour
β€’ Cafeteria & Kitchen – $55/hour
β€’ Classroom – $25/hour
β€’ Half-Court Gym – $40/hour
β€’ Ball Field – $45/day
β€’ Sound System – $120/day (security deposit required)
β€’ 75” TV & Podium – $20
β€’ Tables and Chairs available
πŸ•“ For rentals outside of regular business hours (8 AM–6:30 PM Mon–Sat, 1–5 PM Sun), an additional fee will be required to cover an on-site staff member.
πŸ’΅ $50 security deposit due prior to occupation.

Host your next event in a welcoming space surrounded by the beauty of the mountains!
πŸ‘‰ Learn more or check availability:
πŸ”— https://loom.ly/wKcUlaQ

Call for Vendors: Fourth Annual Pickens Appalachian Folk FestivalπŸ“… October 23-24, 2026πŸ“ Hagood Mill Historic Site – 138 ...
06/01/2026

Call for Vendors: Fourth Annual Pickens Appalachian Folk Festival

πŸ“… October 23-24, 2026
πŸ“ Hagood Mill Historic Site – 138 Hagood Mill Rd., Pickens, SC

The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce, in proud partnership with Hagood Mill Historic Site and Holly Springs Center, invites artisan vendors, food vendors, and heritage craft demonstrators to be part of the Third Annual Pickens Appalachian Folk Festival!

This two-day festival celebrates the traditions, stories, and culture of the Appalachian region with live music, heritage demonstrations, handcrafted goods, and mouthwatering Appalachian cuisine. Thousands of visitors are expected to attend, making this an excellent opportunity to showcase your work and connect with the community.

Vendor Opportunities

We are seeking:

πŸ› οΈ Artisan & Craft Vendors – Handmade goods, heritage trades, traditional crafts, and locally sourced products.

🍲 Food Vendors – Appalachian cuisine, local specialties, and festival favorites.

🎨 Demonstrators – Artists and craftspeople who can share heritage skills and Appalachian traditions.

Why Join Us?

Be part of one of Pickens County’s fastest-growing cultural festivals.

Gain exposure to a regional audience passionate about local arts, food, and heritage.

Support the preservation and celebration of Appalachian culture.

Vendor Registration

➑️ Vendor applications are now open!
Visit https://pickensappalachianfolkfestival.org/vendor-application/

🎨πŸͺ΅ June Classes at Holly Springs Center 🧺πŸ”₯Summer is the perfect time to learn a new skill, explore Appalachian arts, and...
05/30/2026

🎨πŸͺ΅ June Classes at Holly Springs Center 🧺πŸ”₯

Summer is the perfect time to learn a new skill, explore Appalachian arts, and get creative at Holly Springs Center! Join us this June for hands-on workshops and classes in woodworking, pottery, nature studies, fiber arts, beekeeping, and more through the School of Mountain Arts & Heritage.

πŸ“ Holly Springs Center
120 Holly Springs School Road
Pickens, SC

πŸ“ Sign Up Here: https://loom.ly/YoaFxys

Come create, learn, and connect with our amazing community this June! ✨

πŸͺ΅βœ¨ Wooden Bowl Turning Workshop ✨πŸͺ΅Ever wanted to create your own beautiful wooden bowl on a lathe? Join master craftsman...
05/29/2026

πŸͺ΅βœ¨ Wooden Bowl Turning Workshop ✨πŸͺ΅

Ever wanted to create your own beautiful wooden bowl on a lathe? Join master craftsman Bill Higgins for a hands-on Wooden Bowl Turning class at Holly Springs Center!

Learn the basics of safe lathe operation and bowl turning techniques while creating your own handcrafted piece. This class is perfect for beginners interested in woodworking and traditional craftsmanship.

πŸ“… Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM EDT
πŸ“ Holly Springs Center
120 Holly Springs School Road
Pickens, SC 29671

πŸ’² $125.00

Important Notes:
βœ”οΈ Wear appropriate clothing (no loose or dangling items)
βœ”οΈ Feel free to bring your own safety glasses, gloves, or apron
βœ”οΈ Bring your own lunch and water bottle
βœ”οΈ No students under 16

Register today: https://loom.ly/YoaFxys

πŸ¦‰ Owls & Owl Houses: Learn, Build, and Help Them Thrive πŸ› οΈπŸŒ²Join us for Part 2 of our Winged Wildlife Habitats & Conserva...
05/28/2026

πŸ¦‰ Owls & Owl Houses: Learn, Build, and Help Them Thrive πŸ› οΈπŸŒ²
Join us for Part 2 of our Winged Wildlife Habitats & Conservation Series and discover the fascinating world of owls native to Upstate South Carolina! Learn from a master naturalist about owl habitats, behaviors, diets, conservation challenges, and how you can help protect these incredible nighttime hunters.
Then head into the woodshop to build your own Eastern Screech Owl nesting box using pre-cut materials and beginner-friendly instruction. Based on plans from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, your finished owl house will provide a safe habitat for local owls right in your own backyard. πŸ¦‰βœ¨
No experience needed β€” just come ready to learn, build, and make a difference for wildlife!
πŸ“… Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT
πŸ“ Holly Springs Center
120 Holly Springs School Road
Pickens, SC 29671
πŸ’² $75
Register today: https://loom.ly/YoaFxys

05/19/2026

🎨 Hand Build a Face Jug –May 23, 2026 🎨

Discover the fun and creativity of hand-built pottery in this unique clay workshop! Join instructor Michelle Petty as she teaches you how to create a traditional face jug using the coil method of handbuilding. You’ll learn how to sculpt expressive facial features, attach a handle, and bring your one-of-a-kind piece to life.

After your jug is fired, participants will return during open studio hours to glaze their finished piece.

πŸ—“ Date & Time
Saturday, May 23
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

πŸ“ Location
Holly Springs Center
120 Holly Springs School Road
Pickens, SC 29671

πŸ’² Cost: $70

πŸ”— Register here: https://loom.ly/YoaFxys

Come get your hands in clay and create a piece full of personality β€” no two face jugs are ever the same!

Address

120B Holly Springs School Road
Pickens, SC
29671

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