There is also a large gift shop run by Irwin's daughter, Elaine Meyer, which sells locally-made quality crafts. Charlie Acuff and others perform throughout the year. The Museum is open year round and offers an educational and cultural experience for visitors of all ages. July 4th Celebration. Other activites and demonstrations include sassafras tea brewing, saw milling, sheep herding, rail splitting, and crosscut sawing.
Musicians perform in various locations.