The holidays are all about traditions and we are so happy to celebrate our Community Christmas as one of the many traditions at Pine Mountain Settlement School. Beginning at 5 pm, we will host the children’s program. Each child will choose a gift and participate in holiday craft activities. Supper will be served at 6 pm - come share in the warmth and joy of the season!

We are so happy to invite friends and family to attend the very first JAM Recital on Monday, December 9th beginning at 5:30 pm. Students, instructors, and guests will enjoy a meal and entertainment in celebration of our young musicians.

Our Nativity Play is the longest-standing tradition of Pine Mountain Settlement School! The first play was performed in 1913, the year Pine Mountain Settlement School was established. The play was written by Katherine Pettit and Ethel deLong Zande. Originally performed outdoors, the play is a compilation of passages of scripture, hymns, carols and carols. We offer two shows on December 8th:

Doors open at 2:30 pm and the play begins at 3:00 pm to be followed by a reception at Laurel House

Doors open at 6:30 pm and the play begins at 7:00 pm to be followed by a reception at Laurel House.

Blacksmithing is a time-honored traditional craft! Fred Loving will be hosting this free class as part of our Pass It On Series. Participants need to bring a lunch - the workshop is a full day. Space is limited so register today!

Join the festive fun of wreath-making and deck the halls with boughs of holly, pine, and cedar! Maggie Bowling will be guiding you through the process to make your very own holiday cheer! This a FREE workshop beginning at 4:30 for children and 6 pm for adults on December 5th in the Draper Building.

This is one of our most popular workshops! Fred Loving will be hosting blacksmithing on November 23rd. This is an all day event and participants need to bring their own lunch. The class is limited to 5 participants so be sure to register now!

We are happy to host our annual Veterans Day Dinner to honor and celebrate those who have served our country and communities! Please join us at 6 pm for a meal and fellowship. Meals for veterans are free. Meals for others are $15. Please register below!

Woodworking is a longstanding tradition among Appalachian crafters. Join Curtis as you design, cut, sand, and oil your very own cutting board - perfect for holiday charcuterie boards or as a gift! This workshop is limited to ages 8+

The Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, provides operating support to Pine Mountain Settlement School with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

The fields and forests of Pine Mountain are the perfect back drop for spooky season! Join our FREE celebration on Thursday, October 31st! We will have trick our treat from 4 to 6 pm and our first PUMPKIN GLOW TRAIL from 5 to 8 pm. Warm up with coffee or hot cocoa from our newly renovated coffee shop and share the fun of Halloween in the mountains!

We are delighted to bring you the Streambank Management Workshop presented by Hindman Settlement School! In collaboration with Hindman Settlement School, Community Farm Alliance, Grow Appalachia, and UK, we will be live-streaming the event for anyone interested in learning more about strategies to manage streambank erosion - which is an ongoing issue as our region struggles with consistent flooding. This a FREE event that will take place from 5 to 7 pm in Laurel House. Light refreshments will be available.

During this FREE workshop, participants will work with a variety of tools to create their very own unique pendant. This workshop will include metal cutting and soldering and is restricted to ages 13 years and older.

The Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, provides operating support to Pine Mountain Settlement School with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Pine Mountain Explorers is a free outdoor/environmental education program open to children 8-14 years old. This once a month workshop will introduce children to the wonder of nature and the science we use to better understand and manage our world.

Explorers will be held on the third Thursday of the month: September 26th, October 24th, November 21st

Register HERE - Registration limited to 15 children

Register HERE (Enroll only once)

Block Printing is one of the earliest methods of textile printing. During this FREE workshop, participants will engage with the artistic process by coming up with a design, carving on a Lino block, and printing the design with ink on paper or fabric. This process is ideal for making cards, wall art, and much more. Participants will meet in the Draper Building on campus.

The Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, provides operating support to Pine Mountain Settlement School with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Register HERE (Enroll only once)

Visit the gardens, high tunnels, and pastures of the Settlement School’s farm.

Join our guests as they walk you through heart-healthy fresh recipes.

Register HERE (Enroll only once)