Open Tuesdays - Sundays, last entry of each day 3pm.
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.
Buy TicketsIn 1781, the American Revolution surged into North Carolina as British forces under Charles Cornwallis pursued the Southern Army led by Nathanael Greene in a […]
Read moreHistoric 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 […]
Read moreTeachers, professors, and educational professionals are invited to join us on Wednesday, September 16th, from 4 – 6 pm for a special evening designed just […]
Read moreHomeschool 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 […]
Read moreExperience the Best of Local Brews and Flavors! Presented by First Citizens Bank Celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest and our local German heritage with an […]
Read morePiedmont Wind Symphony in Residence: Enjoy the sounds of the season on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, as members of the Piedmont Wind Symphony perform Moravian […]
Read moreCollections 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 […]
Read moreVisitors 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 […]
Read moreIn honor of our upcoming Fourth Annual Folly Flower Show, this July we highlight a beautiful etched glass bud vase, once owned by the Körner […]
Read moreSelf-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+.
Learn MoreScavenger Hunts, Photo Adventures, Please Touch Baskets, and more help families connect with history – hands-ON!
Learn MoreWhile 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+
Learn MoreEach 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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