Ozark Folk Center Craft Village

The Ozark Folk Center Crafts Village has more than 20 artisans demonstrating Ozark Heritage crafts including broom making, blacksmithing, pottery making, knife making, weaving, quilting, wood carving, yarn spinning, soap making, herb gardening, doll making, candle making, letterpress printing and more. Between mid-April and October, the Ozark Folk Center State Park offers visitors a chance to experience the living tradition of Ozark craftsmanship and visit with the people who make their living with these crafts.

Note: Ozark Folk Center is closed for the season and opens on April 15, 2025. The Craft Village and Gift Shop open this day. The Skillet Restaurant opens for normal business hours that week. The season closes on October 25, 2025.

The Craft Village is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Ozark Folk School in March and August also provides you with the opportunity to learn broom making, drawing, candle making and many other crafts demonstrated in the Crafts Village from a talented instructor, in a relaxed, non-competitive environment. Other craft workshops are available throughout the year. 

Contact the park for details at 870-269-3854. Come visit us, meet friendly people, explore your creativity, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and you'll know why we treasure our Ozark Mountains.