Storied Homes & Curious Gardens – Preservation Month 2026 Guide
Celebrate Historic Preservation Month with a self-guided tour of storied homes and curious gardens across Forsyth County! Plan your visit for May 15–17 or explore […]
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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: Salon Solos
Piedmont Wind Symphony in Residence Join us on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Körner’s Folly for Salon Solos, an intimate chamber performance featuring members of […]
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Pig Pickin’ & Lowcountry Boil with Chef Gunny + Chef Avery
Pig Pickin’ & Lowcountry Boil with Chef Gunny & Chef Avery Saturday, May 23 | 12–3 PMKörner’s Folly Visitors Center401 S. Main Street, Kernersville, NC […]
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Crafting with the Körners: High Tea and Floral Design with Idella’s Garden
Enjoy an elegant and creative evening at historic Körner’s Folly with a High Tea and Floral Arranging Workshop led by Idella’s Garden, a truly special […]
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Party for the Pergola
PARTY FOR THE PERGOLA – Purchase Tickets Here A Historic Preservation Month Project Supporting the Care & Continuity of the Folly Grounds Join us on […]
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June 2026 Taste of History – Local Legends: Fact or Fiction?
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 Back by popular demand, we present our most popular Taste of History program to date! Have you ever wondered if there […]
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Family Fun Day: Night at the Museum
Step into an evening of discovery at Körner’s Folly during A Night at the Museum, a family-friendly program filled with exploration, play, and a little […]
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Folly Flower Show July 18th, 2026
Step into a world of color and fragrance at our 4th Annual Folly Flower Show on Saturday, July 18th and Sunday, July 19th! Join us […]
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Step into a world of color and fragrance at our 4th Annual Folly Flower Show on Saturday, July 18th and Sunday, July 19th! Join us […]
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View AllKörner’s Folly Launches Pergola Restoration Campaign with June Garden Party Fundraiser
Körner’s Folly Launches Pergola Restoration Campaign with June Garden Party Fundraiser KERNERSVILLE, NC — Körner’s Folly Foundation has officially launched restoration efforts for the historic […]
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Celebrate Historic Preservation Month with Körner’s Folly
Each May, Historic Preservation Month invites us to consider what it means to care for the places that shape our communities. At Körner’s Folly, preservation […]
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Piedmont Wind Symphony Residency at Körner’s Folly
PIEDMONT WIND SYMPHONY RESIDENCY AT HISTORIC KÖRNER’S FOLLY Year-long chamber series brings music back to America’s first private little theatre WINSTON-SALEM, NC – Music and […]
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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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