The Old Mill Square’s Heritage Day 2009 was a great success. Visitors were treated to live demonstrations of traditional mountain crafts like quilting, basket making, pottery and apple butter making. There was a farmer’s market set up in front of the Old mill General Store. Members of the local Antique Tractor and Engine Association had a collection of refurbished machinery.
There was plenty of stuff for the kids as well. Kid’s activities included games, pumpkin painting and a cake walk.
Live music was provided by Lonesome Mountain, Van Eaton & Friends, and Jimbo Whaley & Greenbrier from a stage in front of the cafe.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park was on hand to provide information about the Smokies 75th Anniversary.
There was plenty of great traditional food like cornbread and pinto beans, hotdogs and barbeque. The Old Mill Farmhouse Kitchen was letting visitors try free sample of their cooking.
Overall it was a great way to spend some quality time in Pigeon Forge and escape the madness of the Grand Fall Rod Run.
Tags: Heritage Day, Old Mill Square
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