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Art in the Park: Corn Husk Dolls

Date: Sat, Oct 10, 2026

Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Venue: William B. Umstead State Park - Crabtree Creek Entrance and Visitor Center, Raleigh

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Category: Outdoors

Join a Ranger to learn the story of the corn husk doll! Participants will make their own corn husk dolls to take home – all materials will be provided.

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Art in the Park: Corn Husk Dolls

Arrive 15 minutes early to secure a spot in the visitor center classroom.

When
Oct 10
Sat, Oct 10, 2026
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Ages
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Art in the Park: Corn Husk Dolls is a hands-on crafting workshop led by a park ranger at William B. Umstead State Park. During this one-hour session, children will listen to the traditional history of these seasonal toys and use provided natural materials to assemble their own doll. This program is best suited for elementary-aged children who have the fine motor skills to tie and fold the husks. The event is free to attend, and all crafting supplies are provided at no cost. Meet at the visitor center at the Crabtree Creek entrance off Glenwood Avenue, where you will find plenty of paved parking and public restrooms. It is a smart addition to your weekend plans because it combines a quick, structured creative activity with the chance to spend the rest of your afternoon hiking the nearby kid-friendly Oak Rock Trail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a fee for the corn husk doll workshop?
No, this park program and all the crafting materials are completely free, though registration may be limited by space.
Which park entrance should we use for this event?
You must use the Crabtree Creek entrance located at 8801 Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh, as the park entrances do not connect internally.

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Schedule

Art in the Park: Corn Husk Dolls runs Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM.

Getting There

William B. Umstead State Park - Crabtree Creek Entrance and Visitor Center is at 8801 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

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