
Avon Hills Folk School
Building and enriching community through the sharing and teaching of traditional practices, craft and art. Avon Hills Folk School offers hands-on learning in a non-competitive, inter-generational environment that creates the opportunity for community to happen within the natural splendor of the Avon Hills. We have created and continuously nurture an environment that allows people to discover, learn, and create. We provide a venue for local and regional artists and craftspeople to share and teach their knowledge and skills with others.

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Avon Hills Folk School Naturally inspired. Art Community in the Great Avon Hills of Central Minnesota What is a folk school. You may have heard of it but what exactly is a folk school. When is the last time you did something for the first time.
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- 2025-08-01
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What an amazing place to learn and grow together! Can't wait to try out the fiber arts classes and connect with fellow makers in the community! 🌿❤️

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I've always wanted to try timber framing! The Avon Hills Folk School sounds like the perfect spot to dive into something new while surrounded by nature. Count me in! 🛠️✨

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