GATLINBURG, TN - Great Smoky Mountains National Park invites the public to attend “Celebrating Cosby: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” community programs at the Cosby Campground Amphitheater. These programs honor the rich cultural and natural history of the Cosby area through storytelling, dance, music and history talks.

Each program features musicians, dancers, storytellers, moonshiners or former residents who once lived in the park. Visitors are invited to step back in time during these summer programs to experience the stories, music and mountain ways of people living in the Cosby area from the past to the present.

“These programs offer incredible opportunities for visitors to discover Cosby by experiencing it firsthand with the people who live and work here,” said Stephanie Kyriazis, Chief of Resource Education. “We are grateful to our friends from the local community who are leading these unique experiences.” 

• June 19, 7-8 p.m. Mountain Edge Band — Enjoy traditional bluegrass music and the stories of Cosby families during this musical night!  Featuring musicians: Judge Carter Moore (banjo), Andy Williams (mandolin), Kurry Cody (guitar), Bo Cutshaw (guitar) and Carty McSween (bass).
• June 26, 7-8 p.m. Eastern Band of Cherokee People — Learn about Cherokee culture and stories through dance, music and storytelling featuring members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee People.
• July 10, 7-8 p.m. Moonshiners — Distill myth from fact as you learn details of making moonshine in the mountains from Moonshine Legends Mark Ramsey, Sally Clark, Digger Manes and Kelly Williamson.

All programs will be held at the Cosby Campground Amphitheater. In the event of rain, programs will move to the covered picnic pavilion. Visitors are welcome to find seating in the amphitheater or bring their own chairs or blankets.