September Sampler offers a sample of all the Alabama Folk School has to offer. Experienced crafters and true beginners alike can find something to love. We’re excited to introduce an expanded schedule for these workshops in 2026! As usual, students will sign up for one of several workshops on Saturday and will enjoy lunch with live music. You now also have the option to spend the night and add a Sunday morning workshop session in the same discipline or something new! Lodging and meals are available from Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. Join us and create the schedule that works for you!

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At Old Time & Gee’s Bend, painting, ceramics, and blacksmithing students pursue their work in an encouraging atmosphere while music students fully immerse themselves in Old-Time workshops, their days and nights filled with instruction from expert musicians and community jam sessions. Mary Ann Pettway and China Pettway will simultaneously host their famous quilting retreat.

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The Alabama Folk School's Creative Retreat offers a restful weekend with the beautiful backdrop of Camp McDowell in the fall. Bring your personal projects and join us for a long weekend of focused time to rest and create. In the past, participants have brought sewing, woodworking, and writing projects or have simply spent their time reading, hiking, and resting. The time is your own! We’ll provide all your meals, access to wifi, nature trails, quiet spaces to work and rest, and evening refreshments.

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