# Plant Dyes Demonstration at the President James K. Polk Historic Site

> Event for families in the Charlotte–Concord–Gastonia area (NC / SC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Where: President James K. Polk State Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Highway, Pineville, NC 28134
- Ages: All Ages / General Public
- Price: Not stated
- Organizer: President James K. Polk State Historic Site (NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources)
- Official page: https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/president-james-k-polk
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

A drop-in, hands-on demonstration at the President James K. Polk State Historic Site in Pineville. Site interpreter Amelia demonstrates how colors were made from plants, and visitors who want to take part can get their hands into the dyes themselves. The demonstration runs through the day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., so families can stop by at any point and chat with the demonstrator. The state lists the program for all ages and the general public.

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