Butter-Making Workshop; A Hearth & Timber Program
Sat, Apr 19
|Knoxville
Join us for the first event in our Hearth & Timber series at Marble Springs! Learn traditional and modern butter-making techniques, explore the science behind the process, and take home your own flavored butter creations.
Time & Location
Apr 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Knoxville, 1220 W Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA
About the event
Kick off our 2025 educational series, Hearth & Timber: Experiences of the Past, with a hands-on workshop that brings history to life! In this butter-making class, you’ll learn how early Appalachian families made their own butter from scratch — and how you can do the same at home.
We’ll guide you through the process step-by-step, from cream to churn to flavoring, with insights into both historical methods and modern adaptations. You’ll even get to mix in herbs and seasonings to make your own custom-flavored butter to take home.
This is the first program in a monthly series focused on traditional frontier and survival skills used in the Appalachian region. It follows the success of our 2024 Beyond Petticoats series, which explored the stories and domestic arts of 18th-century women.
Whether you're a history lover, homesteading enthusiast, or just looking for a fun new skill — this workshop is for you!