BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME:Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Events X-WR-CALDESC:Upcoming events at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:adamgibbons/ics METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:18600E84-D989-B104-D185894783944209@nps-ical SUMMARY:Gap Cave Tour DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000 DESCRIPTION:Step into Gap Cave and follow a trail filled with history\, sci ence\, and natural beauty. From Dr. Thomas Walker’s early explorations to stories from the Civil War\, this tour brings the past to life while guidi ng you through stunning cave formations and the wildlife that call this pl ace home.\n\nFee info: Visit website for fee breakdown.\n\nRegistration: R eservations must be made by calling the visitor center.\n\nMore info: http s://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/gap-cave-tours.htm\n\nEvent details: ht tps://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=18600E84-D989-B104-D1 85894783944209\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calen dar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/gap-cave-tours.htm LOCATION:Meet at the Daniel Boone VIC CATEGORIES:Guided Tour RRULE:UNTIL=20260812T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=MO,TU,WE,TH,FR;INTER VAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1879E28A-AD89-A1AB-A00BC617D8EA9946@nps-ical-0 SUMMARY:Gap Cave Tour DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000 DESCRIPTION:Step into Gap Cave and follow a trail filled with history\, sci ence\, and natural beauty. From Dr. Thomas Walker’s early explorations to stories from the Civil War\, this tour brings the past to life while guidi ng you through stunning cave formations and the wildlife that call this pl ace home.\n\nFee info: Visit website for fee breakdown.\n\nRegistration: R eservations must be made by calling the visitor center.\n\nMore info: http s://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/gap-cave-tours.htm\n\nEvent details: ht tps://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1879E28A-AD89-A1AB-A0 0BC617D8EA9946\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calen dar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/gap-cave-tours.htm LOCATION:Meet at the Daniel Boone VIC CATEGORIES:Guided Tour RRULE:UNTIL=20260812T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=SA;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1879E28A-AD89-A1AB-A00BC617D8EA9946@nps-ical-1 SUMMARY:Gap Cave Tour DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T143000 DESCRIPTION:Step into Gap Cave and follow a trail filled with history\, sci ence\, and natural beauty. From Dr. Thomas Walker’s early explorations to stories from the Civil War\, this tour brings the past to life while guidi ng you through stunning cave formations and the wildlife that call this pl ace home.\n\nFee info: Visit website for fee breakdown.\n\nRegistration: R eservations must be made by calling the visitor center.\n\nMore info: http s://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/gap-cave-tours.htm\n\nEvent details: ht tps://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1879E28A-AD89-A1AB-A0 0BC617D8EA9946\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calen dar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/gap-cave-tours.htm LOCATION:Meet at the Daniel Boone VIC CATEGORIES:Guided Tour RRULE:UNTIL=20260812T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=SA;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:188115B8-0776-A9B0-BB932FDC3732F774@nps-ical SUMMARY:Gap Cave Tour DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T143000 DESCRIPTION:Step into Gap Cave and follow a trail filled with history\, sci ence\, and natural beauty. From Dr. Thomas Walker’s early explorations to stories from the Civil War\, this tour brings the past to life while guidi ng you through stunning cave formations and the wildlife that call this pl ace home.\n\nFee info: Visit website for fee breakdown.\n\nRegistration: R eservations must be made by calling the visitor center.\n\nMore info: http s://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/gap-cave-tours.htm\n\nEvent details: ht tps://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=188115B8-0776-A9B0-BB 932FDC3732F774\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calen dar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/gap-cave-tours.htm LOCATION:Meet at the Daniel Boone VIC CATEGORIES:Guided Tour RRULE:UNTIL=20260812T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=SU;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8ABDF28E-CC26-046E-5C535644A8424167@nps-ical SUMMARY:Hensley Settlement Tours DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T143000 DESCRIPTION:Step back in time with park staff as you explore the Hensley Se ttlement\, a preserved early 20th-century Appalachian community perched at op Cumberland Mountain in Kentucky. Wander along fence-lined lanes\, peek inside the springhouse\, and experience the charm of the one-room schoolho use\, where children once learned by lantern light. During the tour\, your guide will take you into several buildings\, including cabins\, blacksmit h shop\, and barn. Established in 1903 by Sherman Hensley\, the settlement remained occupied until 1947. With Sherman remaining by himself until 195 1. Today\, its historic buildings and breathtaking views provide a rare gl impse into a bygone era.\n\nFee info: $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for chil dren under 12 and $5.00 with Senior/Access pass\n\nRegistration: Call the visitor center to make reservations.\n\nMore info: https://www.nps.gov/cug a/planyourvisit/hensley-settlement-tours.htm\n\nEvent details: https://www .nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=8ABDF28E-CC26-046E-5C535644A84 24167\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/hensley-settlement-tours.htm LOCATION:Meet at the Visitor Center\, from there we will take a shuttle van to Hensley Settlement. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour RRULE:UNTIL=20261101T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=SU,MO,FR,SA;INTERVAL =1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1AE27666-034F-806A-9A7CF490AB1F0347@nps-ical SUMMARY:Coopering Crafting Barrels DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000 DESCRIPTION:Experience the centuries-old tradition of coopering\, where ski lled craftspeople shape and assemble wooden barrels and casks using time-h onored tools and techniques\, bringing this essential historic trade to li fe through live demonstration.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/plany ourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1AE27666-034F-806A-9A7CF490AB1F0347\n\nAll e vents: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1AE27666-034F-80 6A-9A7CF490AB1F0347 LOCATION:Outside of the Visitor Center CATEGORIES:Living History RRULE:UNTIL=20261010T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=SA;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1A106EBA-D401-60EB-7C340C6523239479@nps-ical SUMMARY:Textiles Talk DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000 DESCRIPTION:Stop by and discover the rich heritage of textile traditions th rough spinning\, weaving\, and old-world fabric making from the 18th and 1 9th centuries\, where history comes alive through hands-on demonstrations and timeless craftsmanship.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyour visit/event-details.htm?id=1A106EBA-D401-60EB-7C340C6523239479\n\nAll even ts: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1A106EBA-D401-60 EB-7C340C6523239479 LOCATION:This program will be upstairs in the visitor center. CATEGORIES:Talk RRULE:UNTIL=20261012T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=SA;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7D096AD7-C173-3A93-ACD3341D2FB3ED87@nps-ical SUMMARY:Cumberland Gap Tour DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000 DESCRIPTION:Step into history on a guided tour of Cumberland Gap\, where a guide brings to life the journeys of Native peoples\, explorers\, and pion eers who crossed this natural passage through the Appalachian Mountains. A long scenic trails and overlooks\, you’ll experience sweeping views and st ories that reveal why the Gap became known as the “First Gateway to the We st.”\n\nThis 1.2-mile round-trip hike is considered moderate.\n\nEvent det ails: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=7D096AD7-C173 -3A93-ACD3341D2FB3ED87\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvis it/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=7D096AD7-C173-3A 93-ACD3341D2FB3ED87 LOCATION:Meet at the Thomas Walker Parking Lot. CATEGORIES:Hike RRULE:UNTIL=20261025T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=SU;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1A14A55F-ECF7-01DF-7C64F85CF526469D@nps-ical SUMMARY:Textiles Talk DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T160000 DESCRIPTION:Stop by and discover the rich heritage of textile traditions th rough spinning\, weaving\, and old-world fabric making from the 18th and 1 9th centuries\, where history comes alive through hands-on demonstrations and timeless craftsmanship.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyour visit/event-details.htm?id=1A14A55F-ECF7-01DF-7C64F85CF526469D\n\nAll even ts: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1A14A55F-ECF7-01 DF-7C64F85CF526469D LOCATION:This program will be upstairs in the visitor center. CATEGORIES:Talk RRULE:UNTIL=20261012T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=SU;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7D9F16AB-FAC0-CD52-03A5B60510BE05BF@nps-ical SUMMARY:Metalwork Monday DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T140000 DESCRIPTION:Stop by this drop-in blacksmith demonstration at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park and experience early metalworking in action. Wat ch glowing iron take shape at the forge and learn how blacksmiths created the tools that supported daily life on the frontier. Come and go anytime d uring the program.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/eve nt-details.htm?id=7D9F16AB-FAC0-CD52-03A5B60510BE05BF\n\nAll events: https ://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=7D9F16AB-FAC0-CD 52-03A5B60510BE05BF LOCATION:Held at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Visitor Center. CATEGORIES:Talk RRULE:UNTIL=20261026T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=MO;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1A07F54A-0A55-D22B-E55A5AD954703118@nps-ical SUMMARY:Textiles Talk DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T100000 DESCRIPTION:Stop by and discover the rich heritage of textile traditions th rough spinning\, weaving\, and old-world fabric making from the 18th and 1 9th centuries\, where history comes alive through hands-on demonstrations and timeless craftsmanship.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyour visit/event-details.htm?id=1A07F54A-0A55-D22B-E55A5AD954703118\n\nAll even ts: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1A07F54A-0A55-D2 2B-E55A5AD954703118 LOCATION:This program will be upstairs in the visitor center. CATEGORIES:Talk RRULE:UNTIL=20261012T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=MO;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7B66041D-F4F1-6B7A-D9A3AB303D69427A@nps-ical SUMMARY:Furnace Friday DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T150000 DESCRIPTION:This weekly Friday program invites you to stop by the Iron Furn ace between 2:00 and 3:00 PM to explore how it operated and the role it pl ayed in shaping the region. Constructed around 1820\, the site has endured periods of migration\, early communities\, industrial growth\, labor syst ems\, conflict\, liberation\, transformation\, and decline.\n\nEvent detai ls: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=7B66041D-F4F1-6 B7A-D9A3AB303D69427A\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit /calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=7B66041D-F4F1-6B 7A-D9A3AB303D69427A LOCATION:Located at the Iron Furnace. CATEGORIES:Talk RRULE:UNTIL=20261030T040000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=FR;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:153E9536-E668-51DF-B7F102D03D7EA645@nps-ical SUMMARY:Pinnacle Talks DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T150000 DESCRIPTION:Come meet a ranger at the Pinnacle Overlook for a breathtaking view and a deeper look into the history of the Cumberland Gap. Drop by any time during the program to hear fascinating stories and gain a better unde rstanding of what you’re seeing from this remarkable vantage point.\n\nEve nt details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=153E953 6-E668-51DF-B7F102D03D7EA645\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/cuga/plany ourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=153E9536-E668-51 DF-B7F102D03D7EA645 LOCATION:Pinnacle Overlook CATEGORIES:Talk RRULE:UNTIL=20261111T050000Z;FREQ=WEEKLY;WKST=SU;BYDAY=WE,TH,FR,SA;INTERVAL =1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7F3A313E-A103-366C-2F292CDDA0F2901C@nps-ical SUMMARY:The Cumberland Gap's Role in the American Revolution DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T203000 DESCRIPTION:Discover how the Cumberland Gap served as a vital gateway to th e western frontier during the American Revolution\, shaping the movement o f settlers and supplies. This evening program explores the Gap’s strategic importance and the stories of those who passed through it on the path tow ard independence.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/even t-details.htm?id=7F3A313E-A103-366C-2F292CDDA0F2901C\n\nAll events: https: //www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=7F3A313E-A103-36 6C-2F292CDDA0F2901C LOCATION:Wilderness Road Campground Amphitheater CATEGORIES:Campfire/Evening Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:79E550B1-DDF4-FC08-CDAF51413D429A75@nps-ical SUMMARY:Independence Day Celebration DTSTAMP:20260511T003735Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T160000 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate America’s Independence with special programs about st ate flags and historic weapon demonstrations of muskets from the 18th and 19th centuries.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event- details.htm?id=79E550B1-DDF4-FC08-CDAF51413D429A75\n\nAll events: https:// www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=79E550B1-DDF4-FC 08-CDAF51413D429A75 LOCATION:Located at the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Visitor Cen ter. 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