Crafting with the Körners: “Blooming Book” Workshop with Bethany Ackiss of Forage Joy Florals
This workshop has sold out. We hope you’ll join us for one of our other upcoming events or programs. Join us for a hands-on […]
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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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Homeschool Day: Preservation and Conservation
Homeschool students and teachers are invited to spend a special day at Körner’s Folly, becoming historians and conservationists for the day! This interactive program explores […]
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April Taste of History: Victorian Coffee Culture with Savage Roasters
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 Join us for a Taste of History program exploring the rich history and culture of coffee, presented in partnership with Savage […]
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Piedmont Wind Symphony: Ragtime Concert
Piedmont Wind Symphony in Residence Join us on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, as the lively rhythms of ragtime fill Körner’s Folly, brought to life by members […]
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Community Day: America’s 250th + Kernersville 155th + Körner’s Folly 146th Birthday Celebration
Join us for our 3rd Annual Kernersville Community Day! Come to enjoy a day jam-packed full of springtime fun! Join us on Saturday, April 11, […]
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Spring Vintage Market 2026
Historic Körner’s Folly will host the annual Spring Vintage Market on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the beautiful grounds […]
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Scout Day: Patch Party
Join us this Spring with your troop, group, and Scout family! All scouts are invited to enjoy a program that explores the art, history, and […]
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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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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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America250: Time Capsule
In 1971, members of our community sealed a message to the future on the occasion of the Town’s 100th anniversary, which was opened on July […]
Read moreKörner’s Folly CLOSED December 5, 2025
☃ Winter Weather is Coming!  Please be advised that Körner’s Folly and the John & Bobbie Wolfe Visitors Center will be closed on Friday, […]
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View our Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report
Thank you to our visitors, members, and supporters as well as our staff, Board of Directors, and volunteers for another amazing year at Körner’s Folly […]
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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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