McCreary County Museum

06/14/2026

Add a little creativity to your Saturday with Painting with Tonya! 🎨

Whether you’re trying something new or just looking for a fun afternoon activity, this magnet painting class is a great way to relax and create something unique!

📅 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 The Artisan Classroom at the Big South Fork Scenic Railway Depot
💲 $25 — all supplies included

To register, text 606-310-3416 or email [email protected].

06/13/2026

Celebrate the Fourth of July in downtown Stearns with “250 Years – Voices of McCreary Past and Present”! 🇺🇸

Join us on July 4, 2026 for a full day of community celebration featuring live music, artisan demonstrations, food vendors, craft vendors, historical displays, family-friendly activities, and more as McCreary County takes part in America’s 250th anniversary celebration.

From honoring local history to celebrating the people and traditions that make this community special, this event is all about coming together and celebrating hometown pride.

Make plans now to spend your Fourth of July in Stearns — we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

06/10/2026

Quilters, it’s time for the next class! 🧵

Join Charlotte Smith for Blocks 10–12 in this ongoing quilt class series. Whether you’ve been attending from the beginning or are continuing your quilting adventure, this class offers hands-on instruction and a welcoming creative environment.

📍 The Artisan Classroom at the Big South Fork Scenic Railway Depot
💲 $25 tuition

To register, text 606-310-3416 or email [email protected].

06/05/2026

Get creative with Painting with Tonya this June! 🎨

This month’s class will feature magnet painting, giving participants the chance to create colorful handmade magnets to take home.

📅 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 The Artisan Classroom at the Big South Fork Scenic Railway Depot
💲 $25 tuition (includes all supplies)

To register, text 606-310-3416 or email [email protected].

06/02/2026

Spend the day weaving, learning, and creating at our Farewell Virginia Basket Class! 🧺

Instructors Pat Jones and Kim King will guide participants through a beautiful basket pattern created by Nancy Tucker, formerly of Piney Creek Baskets. This advanced beginner class is perfect for anyone looking to continue growing their basket-weaving skills.

To register, text 606-310-3416 or email [email protected].
*Must register at least one week in advance*

05/31/2026

These day trips by train are so scenic and easy, you'll love every minute.

05/30/2026

05/30/2026

McCreary County is preparing for a special celebration as “250 Years – Voices of McCreary Past and Present” comes to downtown Stearns on July 4, 2026! 🇺🇸

This community event will feature live music, food trucks, artisan demonstrations, vendors, historical displays, family-friendly activities, and more as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and the stories that make McCreary County unique.

We’re currently looking for:
• Vendors and food trucks
• Artisan demonstrators and makers
• Art submissions
• Essay submissions

Whether you want to showcase your business, share your creativity, or help tell the story of our community, we’d love for you to be part of this celebration.

Visit the link in the comments for participation details, submission information, and vendor applications.