Museum of NC Handicrafts
Discover our extensive collections of North Carolina handicrafts, including our Native American collection.
Special Event Booking
The historic Shelton House grounds and barn provide an inviting venue for a wide variety of events.
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The Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts
The Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts, founded in 1977, stands as a testament to crafters, both Native American and North Carolina heritage artisans. Its treasures include many gems of history as well as contemporary examples of heritage handicrafts, each with a unique story to tell.
News & Events
July 14, 2018 Kids “Summer Craft” Event
Saturday, July 14, 2018 (9 am -10 am) – Kids “Summer Craft” Event. The craft for July is water bombs. Weather permitting, [...]
July 21, 2018 “Crafter Showcase Spotlight” with Cindy Shock – Knitter and Quilter
Saturday, July 21, 2018 (1 pm) – “Crafter Showcase Spotlight” with Cindy Shock, Knitter and Quilter. Cindy will be discussing [...]
July 26, 2018 A Shelton House “Barn Fund – Raiser” Event at “The Classic Wineseller”
Shelton House, the 1875 historic house and museum located at 49 Shelton Street in Waynesville, N.C., will hold a fundraising [...]