Historic Bidstrup House

Historic Bidstrup House Welcome to the Bidstrup House! Located in Brasstown, North Carolina, Bidstrup House exudes elegant simplicity. Campbell Folk School.

Come enjoy a quiet, peaceful respite in our beautiful mountain get away. The Bidstrup House, completed in the late 1940s, was built for Georg and Marguerite Butler Bidstrup. The Bidstrups played integral roles in the foundations of the John C. Marguerite Butler co-founded the School, along with Olive Dame Campbell, in 1925. Georg Bidstrup, a native Dane, was recruited for his experiences with Dani

sh folk schools to start the farming program. Georg, who came to Brasstown in 1926, served as farm manager and gymnast, and later became director of the School in 1952. Both Georg and Marguerite were responsible for bringing folk dancing to the School and wider regions. Georg and Marguerite married in 1936 and lived on the Folk School campus while their house was being built. The vintage bungalow style house was designed by Asheville architect Henry Irving Gaines. Frank Hogan, a local Brasstown man, was the primary builder. The high quality craftsmanship is evident in every aspect of the house, including the ironwork. Careful consideration of design was put into every hinge, thumb latch, and other iron embellishments, which were created by the Folk School’s first blacksmith, Oscar Cantrell. The ironwork in the house was a birthday present to Marguerite. The wood throughout the house is also notable, as it is local wood and much of it was milled at the Folk School. Woods found throughout the house include heart pine, oak, maple, river birch, holly, cherry, sycamore, and poplar. Beautiful period art, antiques, and photographs by Marguerite Butler Bidstrup also grace the house. After the Bidstrups passed away, they left the property in the care of Knud and Lissi Oland. Knud and Lissi came (separately) from Denmark to Brasstown, in search of opportunities through the Folk School. Knud and Lissi married and became very well known for creating artful wood turned vessels. Knud originally was the turner, while Lissi finished pieces. After Knud passed away, Lissi continued the craft and became very well known in her own right. The Olands were very active in the North Carolina Woodturners Association. After many years enjoying the serene beauty of this place, Lissi returned to Denmark, where she still continues her impressive large-scale wood turning. The present owners of the Bidstrup House wish to continue the legacy of the house by preserving and sharing its unique history. We have a deep love and appreciation for the folk school and craft traditions, especially woodturning. We welcome you to come experience the incredible views of the mountains and Brasstown Creek, as well as the hospitality of this very special home.

*The Historic Bidstrup House is privately owned and not to be mistaken for the Bidstrup House at John C Campbell Folkschool.

04/05/2025

If you're looking for a picturesque getaway with that classic small-town America charm, consider visiting this town often likened to a Norman Rockwell painting.

12/08/2024

Whether you're soaking your feet in the peaceful riverbanks or exploring the trails of the nearby Smoky Mountains, Murphy invites you to get back to the basics and enjoy the simpler things in life. Here are 15 ways to make the most of your stay in this historically-rich town.

09/29/2024
07/23/2024

📚 Our new catalog is here! Featured on the cover are the talented Brasstown Carvers: Carolyn Anderson, Richard Carter, Angela Wynn, and Helen Gibson. These artists embody the rich tradition of carving in Brasstown and continue to inspire with their craftsmanship. Catalog is now open for January - June 2025 classes!
folkschool.org/classcatalog

Read more about the Brasstown Carvers' history and discover how you can become a Brasstown carver below!
https://www.folkschool.org/2024/07/23/brasstown-carvers-keeping-a-tradition-alive/

🎉 Spread the word with friends or family members who may be interested in our non-competitive, supportive, and hands-on learning environment–where you will make new friends, learn a new craft, and discover something about yourself in the process.



Brasstown Carvers

07/01/2024

July in Hayesville, NC!

05/18/2024

🎟️ Tickets are available for John C. Campbell Folk School's Empty Bowls ! Help to raise funds and awareness about hunger in our local communities. 🎟️

All profits from the event will benefit food banks serving Clay and Cherokee counties: the Sharing Center in Murphy, Matt's Ministry, Cherokee County Food Bank, and Clay County Food Pantry. Last year's event generated over $14,000, and they hope to raise even more this year.

Save the date! 🗓️ The 2024 event is scheduled for Saturday, June 8th, in the Folk School Dining Hall. Bowl preview and selection start at 5 p.m., and the event concludes at 6:30 p.m. with the announcement of Brown Bag Raffle winners.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause.
For more information, visit: https://www.folkschool.org/events/empty-bowls/

04/18/2024
03/19/2024

Join us April 12-13, 2024, for two days of family-friendly fun! We'll have storytelling, workshops, a quilt display, and more.

03/11/2024

White tablecloths, upscale service, and, most importantly, incredible food: Here’s where to eat when you’ve got something to celebrate.

02/19/2024

Mark your calendars for Thursday 2/29/24 at 7pm— with Dr. Jane Eastman and Dr. Brett Riggs will present at the !

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10025 Old Highway 64
Brasstown, NC
28902

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(828) 835-9982

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