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Special Event

Signs of Spring

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Fee:

Free.

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Location:

Cades Cove—Spoken and American Sign Language programs will occur throughout the Cove for the duration of the event.

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Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, April 12, 2025

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

6 hours

Type of Event

Cultural/Craft Demonstration

Guided Tour

Walk

Drop in anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to enjoy the activities.

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Description

Save the date! In observance of American Sign Language (ASL) Day, Signs of Spring will be back in Cades Cove on Saturday, April 12, 2025. The park is partnering with Knoxville Center of the Deaf; Partnership for Families, Children and Adults; Maryville High School; University of Tennessee; and Maryville College.

The event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Park resource educators and local ASL interpreters will work together to present spoken and signed programs throughout Cades Cove. Visitors can tour the Cove at their own pace and drop by stations anytime during the event.

Staff will be available at the orientation shelter to help you plan your visit. Student and certified ASL interpreters will be stationed throughout the Cove.

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Reservation or Registration: No

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Image Gallery

Two people, one interpreting in ASL, standing in a grassy field beside a paved road.

A ranger in a yellow shirt, ballcap and sunglasses speaking to a group of people beside a white bus.

A standing in a cabin-like structure wearing a work apron while tending to a fire to mold metal.

American Sign Language Interpreters will be at stations throughout Cades Cove.
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Learn about the park with American Sign Language Interpreters at Signs of Spring.
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The blacksmith shop will be up and running during the National American Sign Language event.
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