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Magic, Music & Nature: The Great Smokies With Your Grandchild

Program No. 21737RJ
Learn about showbiz from local musicians, create a musical instrument and live life as a passenger on the Titanic as you discover the wonders of the Great Smokies with your grandchild.
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GrandparentTheaterRegional StudiesAges 8 – 12
Length
6 days
Rating (5)
Activity Level
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1,999 / ADULT
999 / CHILD

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6 days
5 nights
13 meals
5B 4L 4D
1
Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation
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2
Make An Instrument, Titanic Museum, Dolly Parton's Stampede
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3
Dollywood Theme Park Full Day Field Trip
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4
Magician, Bandoleros, Illusionation show, Array Variety Show
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5
Smoky Mountain National Park, Lumberjack Feud
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6
Program Concludes
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At a Glance

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be in show biz? Have you dreamed of performing magic tricks? Come join us for a fun-filled discovery of the music, culture and entertainment of the Great Smoky Mountains. Pigeon Forge started as a quiet mill town, but today it’s the “Entertainment Capital of the Great Smokies” and your grandchild’s learning playground for a week of performances, storytelling, theme parks and nature. Meet magicians, musicians and a local artisan.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking two miles on varied terrain. Elevations up to 6,643 feet.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Explore the history of Dollywood, one of the most unique theme parks, packed with rides, concert venues and mountain crafts.
  • Meet a stage magician to learn about showbiz life, and laugh, listen and eat your fill at the Pirates Voyage Dinner Show and The Chuckwagon Supper at Skyland Ranch.
  • Explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and a visit to Cherokee, North Carolina.

General Notes

Program is for grandchildren ages 8-12.
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Mike Gwinn
Mike Gwinn has made Pigeon Forge his home since 1995, and has never regretted a moment. He is a charter member of the bluegrass group, Pine Mountain Railroad, and has been singing and playing musical instruments since he was a young boy. He plays a variety of instruments during presentations including the guitar, “clawhammer” banjo, banjola, and dojo. His love for music and this area are clearly evident as he shares bluegrass, old-time and mountain music.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Mike Gwinn has made Pigeon Forge his home since 1995, and has never regretted a moment. He is a charter member of the bluegrass group, Pine Mountain Railroad, and has been singing and playing musical instruments since he was a young boy. He plays a variety of instruments during presentations including the guitar, “clawhammer” banjo, banjola, and dojo. His love for music and this area are clearly evident as he shares bluegrass, old-time and mountain music.
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