Introductory Workshops are designed for drystone enthusiasts with little to no previous experience who would like to gain a basic understanding of dry stone construction techniques. The pace will be comfortable, and participants will learn the fundamental skills needed to build and repair a typical rock fence or retaining wall. Below is a rough example of […]
Join us at Pleasant Garden Cemetery in Chattanooga, TN, for a FREE 2-day gravestone preservation workshop. Led by expert monument conservator Jonathan Appell, this workshop will encompass the basics of cemetery conservation. We will address common concerns in preservation and maintenance of cemeteries and offer hands-on training with participation encouraged. Learn the most effective techniques […]
Learn to forge essential woodworking tools including chisels, drawknives, a small carving knife, and a carving axe, if time permits. Learn to heat treat your tools for maximum strength and attach handles to each for utility and style. Prior forging experience is required. Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced Duration: May 19-25th, 2024 Cost: $792 + $55-$90 […]
Learn how to repair your stone or brick foundations and walls. Join Paul Wade, David Gibney and the Washington County Historical Trust to learn how to repoint your stone or brick foundations and walls. The 2-day hands-on workshop at the historic Saylor House in Kiwanis Park will teach how to assess your mortar, identify the […]
The Moore-Lindsay House is excited to be hosting the City of Norman Oklahoma's Wood Window Workshop this spring! Original wood windows are the soul of historic structures and are essential for retaining the character of a historic home. Join the experienced restoration team from Old Home Rescue at the Moore-Lindsay House on May 18 & […]
Join the Blacksmith Guild of Central Maryland for the 34th Annual Blacksmith Days weekend event! • Demonstrations to include decorative grinding with Matt and a soon to be announced project with Mark. • Ferriers will be here this year! • Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. • Limited […]
Cruck frames use large, curved timbers to transfer the weight of the roof directly down to the foot of the posts. Besides being structurally efficient and allowing the wall frames to be lighter, their soaring arches create a beautiful interior space. Usually, each pair of cruck blades is halved from the same tree. Since the […]
Learn to create your own blade at the Carrie Blast Furnaces! This three-day workshop features extended shop time and instruction focusing on the forging techniques needed to produce sharp-edged high-carbon steel tools. Participants will learn the fundamental skills required to forge a blacksmithing knife with scroll handle from a single piece of steel. These sessions […]
Two days give you more hands-on time to apply the basic principles. Spend more time working with batter frames and stringlines. Sleep on what you learn and come back to practice with guidance. Get exposed to basic stone shaping and stone splitting. Enjoy more time interacting with waller-teachers and getting answers to your questions. DATE: […]
Two days give you more hands-on time to apply the basic principles. Spend more time working with batter frames and stringlines. Sleep on what you learn and come back to practice with guidance. Get exposed to basic stone shaping and stone splitting. Enjoy more time interacting with waller-teachers and getting answers to your questions. Date: […]
Two days give you more hands-on time to apply the basic principles. Spend more time working with batter frames and stringlines. Sleep on what you learn and come back to practice with guidance. Get exposed to basic stone shaping and stone splitting. Enjoy more time interacting with waller-teachers and getting answers to your questions. DATE: […]
Join us at The Grove Street Cemetery in New Haven, CT! The event is co-hosted by The Grove Street Cemetery. All 48 State Tour events are 100% FREE & OPEN to the public 9am-3pm (local time). Participate in gravestone cleaning and learn the most common safe & effective repair techniques! A discussion on historic preservation […]
Join us at Old First Cemetery in Elizabeth, NJ! The event is co-hosted by Siloam Hope First Presbyterian Church All 48 State Tour events are 100% FREE & OPEN to the public 9am-3pm (local time). Participate in gravestone cleaning and learn the most common safe & effective repair techniques! A discussion on historic preservation […]
Join us at White Clay Creek Church Cemetery in Newark, DE! The event is co-hosted by White Clay Creek Presbyterian Church. All 48 State Tour events are 100% FREE & OPEN to the public! May 30, 2024: 9am-3pm Agenda: Participate in gravestone cleaning and learn the most common safe & effective repair techniques! A discussion […]
Come immerse yourself in the satisfying art of shaping wood utensils. This is a great introduction to carving with hand tools as well as designing in three dimensions. You will learn to shave wood using a variety of sharp edge tools including carving knives, gouges, spokeshaves, scrapers, and draw knives as well as the bandsaw […]
Join us at Mount Moriah Cemetery in Philadelphia, PA on Friday May 31st, 2024! All 48StateTour! events are free & open to the public! 9am - 3pm Agenda: Participate in gravestone cleaning and learn the most common safe & effective repair techniques! A discussion on historic preservation will begin the day with a short walk […]
Join us at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Frederick, MD on June 1, 2024! The event is co-hosted by Mount Olivet Cemetery. All 48 State Tour events are 100% FREE & OPEN to the public! 9am-3pm (local time) Agenda: Participate in gravestone cleaning and learn the most common safe & effective repair techniques! A discussion […]