Miles B. Carpenter Folk Art Museum

10/03/2026

We had the best day today celebrating 40 years!

The weather cooperated and we couldn't have asked for a better turn out, musicans or vendors!

Thank you to everyone who stopped in to celebrate with us!

And very special thank you to our sponsors who helped make this day possible!
Carla Mayes, Realtor - Harris & Associates, Inc., McHugh’s Auctions & Estates, Wolosuk Farms, HRA & Parhams Welding!

10/02/2026

Tomorrow’s the day, y’all!

We’ve got a little bit of everything going on, and we’d love to see a big crowd out enjoying the day with us!

Live music, Lots of talented vendors, A community paint-by-number, the Miles B. Carpenter Folk Art Museum will be open & The Peanut Museum too!

Grab a friend, bring your lawn chair or a blanket, and come hang out for a while! Come shop, listen to some music, check out the museums, grab something to eat and just enjoy a good day!

October 3rd | 10 AM–4 PM

And don’t worry about parking — **overflow parking will be available at Temple Ministries / Kingdom Kids Daycare.**

Hope to see y’all tomorrow! Come on out and make a day of it!

Cody Christian Music
Mad Grace + Co
Banner Creations by Lyss
Bultman Family Farm and Farm Stand
Woodland Farm Apiaries
The Teal Ribbon Gift Co

10/01/2026

Parking lot prep is under way!

Looking forward to seeing everyone on Saturday!

09/30/2026

JUST 3 SLEEPS & A WAKE-UP!

We’re getting SO close to the 40th Anniversary Celebration!

We can’t wait to welcome everyone for a day full of history, community, good food, great vendors, and plenty of fun.

Grab your friends, bring a chair and come on out!

Who’s counting down with us?!


Cody Christian Music
Mad Grace + Co
Bultman Family Farm and Farm Stand
Banner Creations by Lyss
The Claremont Candle Company
Sweet Pea’s Sweets and Such
The Teal Ribbon Gift Co
Woodland Farm Apiaries
Sasquatch Coffee LLC

09/29/2026

And we are so looking forward to hosting Cody Christian Music, along with a few other super talented folks! Be sure to stop in on Oct 3rd as we celebrate 40 years!

Four very important things happening this weekend if you find me to be important!

1 - Where Corn Don’t Grow, Live at The National is gonna be on all streaming platforms Friday.

2 - There’s a cool show at The Miles B Carpenter Folk Art Museum to celebrate 40 years! And I’m playing from 12:30 to 2:30 on Saturday 10/3

3 - Nansemond Brewing Station Nansemond Brewing Station has allowed me to play some tunes in there righteous facility from 6-9 on Saturday 10/3

4 - Sunday afternooner I’m going back to Morris Farm Tony Markun for some tune playing! Sunday from 2-3:30

That is all for this week.

09/25/2026

We’re getting SO excited for the 40th Anniversary Celebration of the Miles B. Carpenter Folk Art Museum!

It’s hard to believe we’re celebrating 40 years of folk art and history in our community. ❤️

We’ve got a great day planned with vendors, artists, music, food, and lots of familiar faces—and we can’t wait to celebrate with all of you!

📅 October 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Miles B. Carpenter Folk Art Museum
201 Hunter St., Waverly, VA 23890

Come out, bring your family and friends, enjoy the museum, shop with our vendors, listen to some great music, and help us celebrate this very special milestone!

We’ll see you there!

Cody Christian Music

09/24/2026

If you haven't preordered your 40th Anniversary shirt yet - today's the day to do it!

Order now & pick up at the event on Oct. 3rd!

https://www.theartroomllc.com/product/miles-b-carpenter-folk-art-museum-40th-anniversary-shirt/HJG5YHYHF7YAZ7FAPZ5ULIKT?cs=true&cst=custom

09/18/2026

🎉 Just 2 weeks to go! 🎉

The countdown is on for the Miles B. Carpenter Folk Art Museum 40th Anniversary Celebration!

We're getting ready for a fun-filled day of live music, local vendors, folk art, food, demonstrations, and activities for all ages.

Be sure to help create our Community Paint-by-Number mural and test your observation skills with our Eye Spy challenge hosted by local folk artist Gordon Kendrick!

For 40 years, this museum has been a special part of our community, and we can't wait to celebrate with all of you.

Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and join us as we celebrate 40 years of art, history, and community!

📅 October 3rd 2026
⏱️10am - 4pm
📍 Miles B. Carpenter Folk Art Museum

Cody Christian Music

09/16/2026

We are so excited to be teamed up with The Teal Ribbon Gift Co to create a 40th Anniversary T-Shirt!

All shirts must be preordered using the link below, and will be available for pick up on October 3rd at our welcome table!

Thank you so much for your support!

https://www.theartroomllc.com/product/miles-b-carpenter-folk-art-museum-40th-anniversary-shirt/HJG5YHYHF7YAZ7FAPZ5ULIKT?cs=true&cst=custom

09/11/2026

We want to give a big thank you to Virginia American Water for their continued support of the Miles B. Carpenter Folk Art Museum and art education here in Waverly.

It's always encouraging to see organizations investing in our town, our history, and our children. We are thankful to have VAW as a partner in helping keep arts and culture thriving here in Waverly.

Thank you, VAW, for believing in what we do and helping make it possible!