November 3 – 13, 2025: Monday - Thursday 6PM to 9PM Cost: $400 Topic: Building Systems in Historic Structures (Designed for All Levels) Goal: Provide participants with an in-depth, immersive understanding of how historic buildings “breathe” and function as integrated systems — and how to respectfully upgrade them with modern technology while preserving heritage fabric. Course Overview: This […]
The Art of Terra Cotta & Color (LRT-109) | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 with Online Webinar Series 1 hour PROGRAM #: LRT-109 CREDIT TYPE: 1.0 HSW THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS (AIA) / INTERNATIONAL DESIGN CONTINUING EDUCATION (IDCEC) / CES APPROVED PROVIDER PROGRAM SUMMARY This one hour program explores the art of terra cotta, beginning […]
Our woodworking classes for adults welcome all beginners into the world of tool use, carpentry, and craft. Monthly or one time payment options available Flexible refund policy Encouraging instruction, inclusive community and a life-changing experience Click here for more information and registration!
Architectural Terra Cotta Cladding (TNA102) | Thursday, November 06, 2025 with Online Webinar Series 1 hour 30 minutes PROGRAM #: TNA - 102 CREDIT TYPE: 1.5 HSW ARCHITECTURE & TERRA COTTA CLADDING Presented in a visual array of information gathered from around the world, this presentation delivers key educational components that focus on the natural […]
Spend a day mastering the Shakers’ timeless method for bending thin wood into elegant oval boxes. Through live demonstrations and plenty of hands-on practice, you’ll discover how heat and moisture make wood flexible, then learn the precise steps for shaping, fastening, and finishing a matched set of three nesting boxes. No prior experience or tools […]
This two-day class builds on skills learned in Blacksmithing I. Students will work through several hands-on projects, improving their manual skills and expanding their techniques. Helpful coaching speeds the learning progress. Students are welcome to bring their own idea and projects to work on! Click here to learn more about this class, the location, […]
This two-day class builds on skills learned in Blacksmithing I. Students will work through several hands-on projects, improving their manual skills and expanding their techniques. Helpful coaching speeds the learning progress. Students are welcome to bring their own idea and projects to work on! Click here for more information and registration!
Learn the basics of furniture making and shop tools. This entry-level course is intended for the beginning woodworker. You'll be introduced to the how’s and why’s of woodworking, the use of hand tools, and the safe operation of shop equipment. Demonstrations and discussions will supplement hands-on learning as you each build your own one-drawer end […]
How It's Made: Terra Cotta Roof Tile & Wall Cladding (LRT-360) | Thursday, November 13, 2025 with Online Webinar Series 1 hour PROGRAM #: LRT-360 CREDIT TYPE: 1.0 HSW THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS (AIA) / INTERNATIONAL DESIGN CONTINUING EDUCATION (IDCEC) / CES APPROVED PROVIDER PROGRAM SUMMARY This one-hour course offers an in-depth look at […]
Welcome to our hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the basics of using edge tools in woodworking! Join us on Sat, Nov 15, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Tillers International. This event is perfect for beginners looking to improve their woodworking skills. You’ll learn how to properly use chisels, planes, and other edge tools to create […]
In this timber framing course, we will layout timbers using the traditional square rule method developed in the early 1800s. Participants will learn proper hand tool use and sharpening techniques and will also have the opportunity to make pegs using a shaving horse and draw knife. The instructors will provide demonstrations of how to layout […]
The Fundamentals of Clay Roof Tile (LRT-104) | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 with Online Webinar Series 1 hour 30 minutes PROGRAM #: LRT-104 CREDIT TYPE: 1.5 HSW THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS (AIA) / INTERNATIONAL DESIGN CONTINUING EDUCATION (IDCEC) / CES APPROVED PROVIDER PROGRAM SUMMARY This 90-minute program will provide insight and inspiration for all […]
Designed for students who have taken Blacksmithing I & II, this two-day class teaches new skills such as forge brazing and ornate punch & chisel work. Supervised time in the shop with a myriad of tools will provide students the space to create additional projects. Click here to learn more about this class, the […]
Designed for students who have taken Blacksmithing I & II, this two-day class teaches new skills such as forge brazing and ornate punch & chisel work. Supervised time in the shop with a myriad of tools will provide students the space to create additional projects. Click here for more information and registration!
Join us for an intensive dive into the historic craft of hand carved letters in stone. In this class we will explore the history of hand carved lettering in traditional monuments, learn how to transfer letters and patterns from paper to stone, and learn to carve raised letters and recessed V-shaped letters. Each student will […]
Students will make full-size dining room tables. Each table will be made to fit your home. The size will be determined by the size of your room (max table size 7’ x 3’). You will pick the leg style that fits you. We have several leg design options that are included in the price, or […]
The dovetail joint is one of the strongest and most beautiful techniques in woodworking. Join SBWI alumni Jaime Marvin as she demystifies how to make dovetails completely by hand. Students will learn how to properly use layout tools, chisels and handsaws. The first day will be spent cutting dovetails and pins and the second day […]
Join us for an intensive dive into the historic craft of hand carved letters in stone. In this class we will explore the history of hand carved lettering in traditional monuments, learn how to transfer letters and patterns from paper to stone, and learn to carve raised letters and recessed V-shaped letters. Each student will […]
Architectural Terra Cotta Cladding (TNA102) | Thursday, December 11, 2025 with Online Webinar Series 1 hour 30 minutes PROGRAM #: TNA - 102 CREDIT TYPE: 1.5 HSW ARCHITECTURE & TERRA COTTA CLADDING Presented in a visual array of information gathered from around the world, this presentation delivers key educational components that focus on the natural […]
The Fundamentals of Clay Roof Tile (LRT-104) | Tuesday, December 16, 2025 with Online Webinar Series 1 hour 30 minutes PROGRAM #: LRT-104 CREDIT TYPE: 1.5 HSW THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS (AIA) / INTERNATIONAL DESIGN CONTINUING EDUCATION (IDCEC) / CES APPROVED PROVIDER PROGRAM SUMMARY This 90-minute program will provide insight and inspiration for all […]
Class runs: December 17-19 Tuition: $450 Material fee: $40 Skill level: Beginner and up Treat yourself to this shortened Holiday variation! The goal of this abbreviated beginners course is to enlighten the student with the tools and techniques that are employed by the blacksmith. We will start with a tour of the shop and discuss […]
What You Will Learn This course offers a broad perspective on a variety of traditional trade areas and how they differ from contemporary construction. Students will gain a working knowledge of how to identify and approach repairs on historic buildings and how to seek reliable resources. Historic Preservation Fundamentals Traditional Building Style Building Analysis Blueprint […]
Ensure your safety and confidence in the shop with our Woodworking Machine Safety Certification course. Learn all about the most common power tools and make your own tool caddy! Working with woodworking machines can be dangerous without proper training, and our course provides the essential knowledge and hands-on instruction needed to operate tools safely and […]
The key to using hand tools correctly is a sharp edge - learn how the masters make it look so easy. Join expert woodworker and machinist Bob Goppold for a one day workshop on sharpening hand planes and chisels. Learn the physical properties of tools, how to know when a blade needs sharpening, and several […]
Interested in learning the basics of blacksmithing? Then attend one of our beginner’s courses! This 3-hour course will teach you all about the fundamentals of moving and forging hot metal: working with an anvil, tongs, & hammers, practicing key techniques such as scrolling, drawing out, and twisting, & making projects such as an S hook, […]
Want to learn how knives are forged? Then attend one of our bladesmithing courses. This is an all day, 8-hour course. In this class you will forge your own knife out of steel. You will learn key techniques of knife-making including spreading & shaping a blade, hardening & tempering, & grinding a cutting edge. You […]
Fundamental woodworking and furniture-making techniques for the emerging professional. Yestermorrow’s 12 week Woodworking Certificate program offers a deep dive into woodworking and furniture-making, guided by nationally recognized faculty. You’ll learn essential skills in design, joinery, hand tools, power tools, and finishing—while exploring the natural origins of wood and how to work with it. From green […]
Making Wooden Storm Windows is a fun and intense, three-day, hands-on learning experience. Students will learn how to make traditional, wooden storm windows. You will be part of a team building exterior storms for a house in one of the buildings in a Hannibal Historic District. This is a tuition-based class with a limit of […]
Repointing Special Joint Profiles Using Lime Mortar 1 Day – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm As the number of historic buildings continues to increase, so does the demand for masons who have the necessary skill and knowledge critical to the preservation of vintage structures. A skilled and exacting mason can match rebuilt sections of masonry […]
The decision to repoint a masonry structure is most often related to some obvious signs of deterioration, such as disintegrating mortar, cracks in mortar joints, loose bricks or stones, or damp walls. On the surface, restoration projects may appear straightforward and intuitive, but there’s no substitute for skill and experience. Good repointing practices guarantee the […]