Pencil Puppet Plays with Miss Marcia
Join us for Pencil Puppet Plays with Miss Marcia in the Community Room of the John & Bobbie Wolfe Visitors Center! This free, family-friendly program […]
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Welcome to Körner’s Folly
American Ingenuity. Eccentric Architecture. Victorian Culture.
Körner’s Folly is the architectural wonder and home of artist and designer Jule Gilmer Körner. Built in 1880 in Kernersville, North Carolina, the house originally served to display his interior design portfolio. Visitors can now explore the 22-room house museum and its unique original furnishings.
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Piedmont Wind Symphony: Bierhallen to the Bandstand
Piedmont Wind Symphony in Residence Join us Tuesday, August 18, 2026, for a festive evening as members of the Piedmont Wind Symphony, in collaboration with Körner’s […]
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Crafting with the Körners Workshop: Perfume Making with Poesie
Join us on Sunday, August 23, 2026 for a hands-on perfume-making workshop with Poesie Perfume and Tea, and discover the art of crafting your own […]
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September 2026 Taste of History: Revolution in the Piedmont: NC Military History with CJ Idol
In 1781, the American Revolution surged into North Carolina as British forces under Charles Cornwallis pursued the Southern Army led by Nathanael Greene in a […]
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Fall Vintage Market Presented by OutWest Steakhouse
Historic Körner’s Folly, 413 South Main Street, will host the annual Fall Vintage Market, presented by OutWest Steakhouse, on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 9 […]
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Educators Open House
Teachers, professors, and educational professionals are invited to join us on Wednesday, September 16th, from 4 – 6 pm for a special evening designed just […]
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Homeschool Day: Fun with Fiber presented by Metcalf Family Dentistry
Homeschool families are invited to spend a special day at Körner’s Folly exploring the world of Victorian textiles by becoming a fiber artist for the […]
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16th Annual Kernersville Oktoberfest
Experience the Best of Local Brews and Flavors! Celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest and our local German heritage with an exclusive, 21+ event at Körner’s […]
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Piedmont Wind Symphony: Moravian Holiday Brass
Piedmont Wind Symphony in Residence: Enjoy the sounds of the season on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, as members of the Piedmont Wind Symphony perform Moravian […]
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August Collections Spotlight and From the Archives
Collections Spotlight: Doré Körner’s Salem College Yearbook In honor of the beginning of the school year in America, the Collections Spotlight for the month of […]
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Pergola Progress: Preservation Begins with Paying Attention
Visitors arriving at Körner’s Folly may have noticed that work is underway around the historic pergola that once served as a children’s playhouse as well […]
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July Collection Spotlight and From the Archives
In honor of our upcoming Fourth Annual Folly Flower Show, this July we highlight a beautiful etched glass bud vase, once owned by the Körner […]
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Public & Private Tours
Self-Guided Tours allow the opportunity to explore at your own pace, a great option for inter-generational groups! Guided Tours are also available for groups of 10+.
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Children's Activities
Scavenger Hunts, Photo Adventures, Please Touch Baskets, and more help families connect with history – hands-ON!
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Victorian Parlor Series
While sipping, snacking, and socializing, explore a variety of exciting topics related to Historic Körner’s Folly and popular art and culture of the late 1880s – 1910s, for visitors 21+
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Spectacular Holidays
Each year, Körner’s Folly transforms into a winter wonderland with traditional Victorian decorations in every room. From Black Friday to New Years, visitors can delight in an extra-magical tour experience.
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