Private Events & Custom Workshops

Host Your Gathering at Olive’s Porch

At Olive’s Porch, we believe craft is a powerful way to bring people together. Located in the heart of downtown Murphy and operated by the John C. Campbell Folk School, Olive’s Porch is a vibrant, welcoming space designed for hands-on creativity, connection, and Appalachian craft traditions with a fresh perspective.

Whether you're planning a team retreat, birthday celebration, bridal shower, family reunion, or a special gathering with friends, we offer private events and custom workshops tailored to your group.

Custom Workshops Designed for You

Our private workshops are thoughtfully curated to match your interests, skill level, and group size. Choose from a range of craft experiences such as:

• Printmaking & cyanotypes
• Bookbinding
• Fiber arts
• Natural dye
• Stained glass
• Broom & baskets
• Seasonal and holiday-themed projects
• Youth and family-friendly craft experiences

Looking for something specific? We love collaborating to design one-of-a-kind experiences that reflect your group’s goals. Whether that’s creative exploration, team building, celebration, or simply slowing down together.

A Space for Connection

Olive’s Porch blends the warmth of a community studio with the accessibility of a downtown storefront. Our space is ideal for:

• Corporate team-building retreats
• School or homeschool enrichment
• Youth groups
• Bachelorette parties and bridal showers
• Creative birthday parties (for kids or adults)
• Regional conference add-on experiences

As part of the Folk School’s broader craft ecosystem, your event connects to nearly a century of Appalachian making traditions while feeling contemporary and welcoming to newcomers.

What’s Included

Each private event includes:

• Dedicated instructor(s)
• All materials and tools (Materials fees are determined prior to workshop and vary)
• Guided, hands-on instruction
• Set-up and clean-up
• A memorable take-home piece for every participant

We can also coordinate timing around local festivals, downtown events, or regional gatherings to make your experience part of a larger celebration.

Let’s Plan Something Creative

We’d love to help you design an event that feels meaningful, joyful, and uniquely yours.

Pricing is customized based on group size, materials, and duration.
Please contact us to begin planning your private event or custom workshop.