Public Invited - “The Paranormal Side of Körner’s Folly”
Körner’s Folly invites the public to attend “The Paranormal Side of Körner’s Folly,” Friday, July 31st, 7 pm, at in Cupid’s Park, the Folly’s top-floor community theater. (Details HERE!)
On hand will be the Southern Paranormal and Anomaly Research Society (SPARS) to share experiences and results from their May 23rd investigation. SPARS is a family member of The Atlantic Paranormal Society, better known as TAPS, made famous by SyFy Channel’s Ghost Hunters. SPARS has five members based in the Triad area.
The event is open to the public. Tickets are $7.50 and can be purchased BELOW! Seating is limited. All proceeds go to the Körner’s Folly Foundation.
The Folly is Officially HAUNTED! .. But Friendly!
On July 15th, Iris Carter & Deonna Kelli Sayed, from the Southern Paranormal & Anomaly Research Society (SPARS) gave their official report and YES, the Folly is "Officially Haunted". They presented voice & video evidence where EVP's (Electronic Voice Phenomena) were captured in the outhouse, the childrens' room, the reception room, the sewing room and Cupid's Park theater. They recorded voices saying "Peek-a-Boo", the name "Annie", as well as video showing convincing evidence that SOMETHING was present. Their investigation occurred the night of May 23, 2009.
Polly Wolfe, Granddaughter of Jule Korner, was present. She was a bit hesitant to give her opinion on the "spirits", but she did say that her Grandfather would have been very proud of this research and findings.
Abe Visits: Actor who depicts Lincoln tells a few stories at Korner's Folly - by Monica Young - July 14, 2009
KERNERSVILLE - Abraham Lincoln came to Korner's Folly in Kernersville last weekend, courtesy of actor Peter Holland.
Holland, depicting Lincoln as he was in November 1863, four months after Gettysburg, used research and Lincoln's writings to portray his life and mannerisms.
Dressed in period costume with a similar hairstyle, Holland seemed to closely resemble the nation's 16th president. As he performed, the lighting cast a tall shadow on the angled ceiling walls of Körner's Folly.
The show began with Lincoln rooting around in his hat for important pieces of paper that he called "raisins." Each paper reminded him of a story. Holland, in character, explained that Lincoln kept important documents in his tall top hat when he was an attorney in Illinois.
Most of the facts were woven into humorous stories, a device that Lincoln was famous for using and one that often frustrated his foes. The show lasted an hour, with an opening of three time-relevant spirituals sung by Holland's wife and partner, Christina Holland. The Hollands, who live in Virginia and run drama camps in Mount Airy, travel during the year with shows on Abraham Lincoln... (full article HERE!)
Mr. Lincoln Came to Korner's Folly
July 10th & 11th, both at 7PM, Abe Lincoln (starring Peter Holland of Once Upon a Blue Ridge) traveled a great distance and presented a one-man-show in our theater. Once Upon a Blue Ridge, is
a touring Theatre Company that specializes in original, educational, and entertaining productions for everyone. The Lincoln Bicentennial is celebrated
based on the writings of Abraham Lincoln.
A timely and historically significant production.
"A Once Upon a Blue Ridge Production"
A dynamic live performance
Based on the writings of Abraham Lincoln
Adaptation and Performance by Peter Holland FLIER!
Bruce Frankel, the new director, poses in what he hopes to bill as a corporate meeting room at Körner's Folly. Frankel has 15 years in the travel and hospitality business.
KERNERSVILLE -- Connie Martin's run as executive director of Körner's Folly ended after six years in storybook fashion.
Her work at the Folly introduced her to Jule Körner IV, the great grandson of Jule Gilmer Körner, the man who built what is billed as "the strangest house in the world.''
Love blossomed, and the couple was married, with Connie Martin Körner moving to live with Jule Körner, the last living descendant to bear the family name, outside of Washington... (Full Article HERE)
Ghost hunters employ technology, skepticism - Sunday, June 14, 2009 By Robert C. Lopez - Staff Writer - Accompanying Photos, Joseph Rodriguez (News & Record) -
Photo Caption: A paranormal themed sticker on a member's toolbox.
Melinda Waldrup takes a seat on the floor of the maid's quarters at Körner's Folly in Kernersville. She speaks into her tape recorder, noting the time: 9:15 p.m.
The lights go out. In the next room Caroline Rogers asks, "Is anybody with us tonight?"
A few seconds later, Waldrup chimes in.
"What was your life like here?"
Some ice in a cooler trickles down. An air conditioner hums. And Rogers thinks she hears some kids playing.
But there are no kids around.
Rogers and Waldrup are members of the Southern Paranormal and Anomaly Research Society, which recently extended its reach into the Piedmont Triad. (Full article HERE!)
Körner's Folly, the showcase home of artist, designer,
decorator Jule Gilmer Körner, has intrigued neighbors
and visitors to Kernersville, NC for over 125 years.
This historic and eccentric structure offers 22 rooms
spread out over seven levels on three floors. Ceiling
heights range from 5-1/2 feet to 25 feet, with 10-foot
doorways and 2-foot passageways. Ornate mantles top the
15 fireplaces, and decorative murals and detailed woodwork
adorn every room. A winding staircase dizzies the mind
as it takes you from level to level. These are but a few
of the magical enchantments to behold in this grand home.
The Körner's Folly Foundation, a non-profit organization
created to preserve, restore, and maintain Körner's
Folly, is responsible for the operation and restoration
of the home. Körner's Folly is open to the public
for walk-in tours year round.
2009 Admission:
Adults $8.00 ...
Children 6 -18 $4.00 ...
under 6 - Free
Tour Hours
Thursday-Friday-Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm - 4:00pm
It is requested that you please arrive at least 30 minutes
prior to closing.
Abe Visits: Actor who depicts Lincoln tells a few stories at Korner's Folly - by Monica Young - July 14, 2009 
By Robert C. Lopez - Staff Writer - Accompanying Photos, Joseph Rodriguez (News & Record) -
Photo Caption: A paranormal themed sticker on a member's toolbox.
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