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Discover Körner's Folly

Explore the 22-room Victorian house museum and see what sparks your imagination. Open Tuesday – Sunday.

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Welcome to Körner's Folly

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 and artwork, cast-plaster details, carved woodwork, and elaborate hand laid tile.

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Upcoming Events

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Scout Day: Patch Party

Scout Day: Patch Party

  Join us this Spring with your troop, group, and Scout family! All troops, groups, Scouts and Girl Scout families are invited to enjoy a […]

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Spring Vintage Market

Spring Vintage Market

  Historic Körner’s Folly will host the annual Spring Vintage Market, presented by The Reuben Rink Company, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 9 a.m. […]

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What Our Visitors Are Saying

This is an amazing place to go. I am looking forward to going back for the different events.

Patricia S.

Must see historic home decorated for Christmas.

Gary S.

Beautiful and unique home. Truly a historical treasure!

Jessica S.

What a great treasure in the heart of historic Kernersville. Such a great self guided tour. Certainly worth the price of admission.

Louis B.

It's such a cool place, and the history is so fascinating. Highly recommend to see and check it out for yourself.

Jessi W.

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Recent News

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What Goes Up Must Come Down

What Goes Up Must Come Down

Thanks to all for a wonderful Christmas season! Körner’s Folly and the John & Bobbie Wolfe Visitors Center will be temporarily closed from Sunday, January […]

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Experiences for Everyone at Körner's Folly

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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