Village Apothecary Shop

04/17/2026

I’m all stocked up on Snuggle Buddies and Heat/Cold Packs! Come to the Ozark Folk Center State Park for a visit!

04/13/2026

Can’t wait to get the 2026 season going at the Ozark Folk Center State Park! We start up tomorrow. Come for a visit!!

03/29/2026

Had such a wonderful day yesterday! Machelle and I taught a delightful family in the Herbal Apothecary class. They learned how to make tinctures, salves, sachets, roll-ons, teas, and pastilles.

03/25/2026

Such a fun group of ladies in my Soap Class at the Ozark Folk Center State Park! They learned to make cold process soap, and, as an added activity, they made felted soap. Such an awesome day!

03/21/2026

Join us for a Folk-Friendly Spring Break in the Ozark Folk Center Craft Village, March 23–27! 🌸🎶
✨ Garden tours
✨ Live craft demos
✨ Music, dance & magic shows
✨ Hands-on heritage fun

Admission is FREE.

👉 Plan your visit + see the full schedule:
https://adobe.ly/4sVFod3

Make a getaway of it—stay just down the hill at the Cabins at Dry Creek 🏡
👉 Book your stay:
https://bit.ly/2SkV8p5

Come wander, listen, learn, and make a little springtime magic with us next week at the Ozark Folk Center in Mountain View, March 23-27. 🌼

03/16/2026

Soap Making in the Ozarks with Linda Odom

Ever wondered how traditional handmade soap is made? Spend the day learning this time-honored skill with artisan Linda Odom at the Ozark Folk Center State Park.

In this hands-on class, students will learn the basics of traditional soap making and leave with the knowledge and confidence to make their own batches at home.

Monday, March 23, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Ozark Folk Center State Park, Mountain View

Whether you're interested in homesteading skills, natural living, or traditional crafts, this class is a great way to spend a day learning in the Ozarks.

Register here:
https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ozarkfolkcenter/soap-making-in-the-ozarks

Registration deadline extended!

03/13/2026

The Village Apothecary Shop will be open Friday and Saturday during the Spring Bluegrass Festival.

The Mountain View Spring Bluegrass Festival is back! Hear toe-tapping tunes from some of the finest bluegrass acts in the country and enjoy the company of fellow bluegrass fans at Ozark Folk Center State Park. Get your tickets now at MountainViewBluegrass.com.

01/20/2026

Treat your sweetheart to a unique get-away in the beauty of the Ozarks. Starting Thursday, February 12, take the two day Make a Stained Glass Swedish Heart Class. Taught by Dona Sawyer. In this class you'll make an 8” stained glass Swedish Heart in your choice of colors. Book your stay in our Cabins at Dry Creek by calling 870-269-3871 to get your discount for students staying three or more nights. After your class on Valentines Day you can explore the trails in the nearby Ozark National Forest or enjoy the quaint shopping in downtown Mountain View. Read more about the class here https://www.ticketleap.events/events/ozarkfolkcenter

12/09/2025

Thanks to all who visited our booth at the Arkansas Craft Guild Christmas Showcase! It was a fun weekend!
Troy Odom
Linda Odom

11/29/2025

Rocky will be making these fresh wreaths at the craft show tomorrow. We have over 40 crafters and artisans, almost all indoors. Need something to do after Thanksgiving? Visit the Ozark Folk Center Craft Village from 10 to 4 tomorrow! Free admission.