Crossnore Weavers

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205 Johnson Ln
Newland, NC 28657

History

Crossnore Weavers was established in 1920 by Dr. Mary Martin Sloop, founder of The Crossnore School. Dr. Sloop's desire was to provide a trade for women and girls so they could support their families. Sale of woven goods then supported the mission of the School.

Specialties

Crossnore Weavers, located on our Avery campus, was created to preserve the Appalachian art of hand-weaving, to give an economic opportunity to women, and to promote Crossnore School & Children's Home through the sale of beautiful hand-woven goods all over the world.

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3.52 reviews
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Steven N.
7/8/2021

This is a very attractive, small but well-filled museum and shop connected to the Crossnore Children's Academy. Even the bathroom contains attractive art objects. I was dragged there by an...

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Debbie P.
10/21/2014

This weaving room has people sitting at the looms weaving items that they sell in the adjoining room. They use the old techniques and you can observe them and ask questions. It's a marvelous...

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