Friday, October 21, 2011

Ghost Walks at Powhatan Historic State Park

7pm – 10pm

Admission: $2/adult, $1/children 6-12, 5 years & under free

 

Powhatan and Northeast Arkansas have a long, rich history, so it only makes sense that there are probably a few ghosts still wandering around. Century-old buildings, the Black River and old cemeteries play host to a number of Powhatan’s ghost stories, folktales and legends.  What makes the rattling in the jail?  Who is that you see in the second story window of the courthouse as you drive by at night?  Come join Powhatan Historic State Park for a Ghost Walk on Friday, October 21, from 7pm to 10pm.  With admission, $2, $1 for children ages 6-12, 5 and under free you are invited to our 5 historic structures to be introduced to the spirits and spine-tingling tales of ghostly happenings. These ghostly tales may very well be hauntingly true, or more likely just flights of fancy. We’ll let you decide…

 

Victorian Dutch Oven Workshop

Saturday October 29, 2011

9:00am – 1:00pm

Registration Fee: $35/person

In the 19th century, homes lacked electricity and gas to see with or cook food.  How’d they do it then?  Why, over the fire!  Come learn several recipes from the Victorian dinner table and stay to eat them!  Participants will leave with a Dutch oven accessory kit, recipe booklet, and know-how of 19th century cooking!  Fee includes all materials. Class size is limited; please call 870-878-6765 or email powhatan@arkansas.com to reserve your space!

 

Gourds, The Versatile Plant!  Beginners Workshop

Saturday November 5, 2011

9:00am – 1:00pm

Registration fee: $20/person

Gourds have been used for centuries for a variety of artistic and functional purposes.  This exciting workshop will show you how to decorate and shape these versatile and unusual plants.  Fee includes all materials and tools. Please bring protective clothing, as some materials used may stain.  Class size is limited; contact the park to reserve your space. Call 870-878-6765 or email powhatan@arkansas.com.