This weekend workshop introduces the interested but inexperienced woodworker to woodshop equipment and hand tools. The safe, effective, and efficient use of the table saw, jointer, router, planer, drill press, […]
Join us at Jackson Square Cemetery in Natchitoches, LA on Monday June 17th, 2024! The event is co-hosted by Jackson Square Cemetery and The National Center for Preservation Technology and […]
Demystifying the forge and ferrous metals is fabulous! Focusing on working safely and effectively, we will complete a series of exercises to make you comfortable with the processes. Using a […]
Join us at Broadway Cemetery Historic District in Galveston, TX on Tuesday June 18th, 2024! The event is co-hosted by Galveston's Historic Broadway Cemetery District All 48 State Tour events […]
The workshop will be held at the historic Millhafen Farm—the headquarters of Craftwork Training Center and LimeWorks.us—located at 3145 State Road, Telford, PA 18969. 1 Day – 8:00 am to […]
This two-weekend program is geared toward contractors, DIY historic homeowners, and students of the trades. Program Objectives: This masonry preservation workshop will teach the fundamentals of masonry brick and stone […]
Learn techniques used to repair and finish brown coast and final plaster coats with original lime materials and modern products. The techniques and skills learned in this workshop are applicable […]
Who We Are The Newport Restoration Foundation is a non-profit organization established by philanthropist Doris Duke in 1968 to preserve the architectural and cultural heritage of 18th and 19th century […]
Program Objectives: This masonry preservation workshop will teach the fundamentals of masonry brick and stone construction and techniques for stabilization, repair, and repointing. Review the short- and long-term health effects […]
Get Hooked on Forging! Instructor: Addison DeLisle No Experience-Beginner $695 Member | $725 Non-Member $60-$110 Materials and Studio Fees *Pre-approved for Act 48 Credit by PAEA Forging a cusp hook teaches […]
Six-day Workshop Location: 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15218 Monday through Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. This workshop features extended shop time onsite at the Carrie Blast Furnaces […]
Location: 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15218 Iron casting is a community workshop experience! This program is a three-day workshop offered Thursday through Saturday, June 27 – 29, July 18 […]
Program Objectives: This masonry preservation workshop will teach the fundamentals of masonry brick and stone construction and techniques for stabilization, repair, and repointing. Review the short- and long-term health effects […]
June 29, 2024 – 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Williamson County Historical Society Instructors: Dawn Cobb, Illinois Department of Natural Resources and John & Geni Heider, Restoration […]
Subject: Woodworking Cost: $576 + $25 materials fee Skill Level: All Levels Do you have well-used or heirloom hand planes or chisels in need of restoration? Learn the skills […]
In this introductory workshop we will lay the foundations for a journey into the blacksmithing world. This class is designed for people who have never used a coal forge before, […]
Come and learn how to swing a hammer at the anvil, work a coal forge, and forge hot steel – all in a fun, enthusiastic, and inclusive environment! Throughout this […]
Location: 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15218 Iron casting is a community workshop experience! This program is a three-day workshop offered Thursday through Saturday, June 27 – 29, July 18 […]
Every project requires tools. You even need tools to make tools! Cover the basics of tool making and heat treating while crafting hammers, tongs, chisels, and more. Discuss how these […]
Traditional Process–Contemporary Design Instructor: Douglas E. Wilson No Experience-Beginner $695 Member | $725 Non-Member $125-$175 Materials and Studio Fees *Pre-approved for Act 48 Credit by PAEA Join this workshop to learn […]
Come enjoy heating and beating metal! Start with the basics—fire management, hammer control, and fundamental forging skills—by making hooks and other household items. Students can undertake more advanced projects suited to their experience and […]
AUG 5-9 | 5-DAY (MON-FRI) Forging a Medieval Seax (Knife) Instructor: Dr. Andrew Welton No Experience-Beginner $695 Member | $725 Non-Member $115-$165 Materials and Studio Fees The "seax" is the […]
Learn the basics of building and maintaining a fire, as well as hammer control, and start making small projects-hooks, leaves, and decorative pieces. With your foundational skills in hand, progress […]
Take your first steps towards the forge! First, learn how to maintain a coal fire and practice points discipline for hammering. Then, achieve good, clean hammer control and progress to […]
Build a knife by applying only forging techniques and construction processes used by smiths of old. We will emphasize using hammer skills to move and shape hot metal and shaping […]
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at working in a craft medium? In these exciting half-day (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) workshops for ages 14 and older, you […]
Finishing is an incredibly important part of woodworking–one that can make or break your project after hours and hours of work! Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation about the […]
Instructor: Jared Ondovchik No Experience-Beginner $375 Member | $405 Non-Member $55-$105 Materials and Studio Fees This workshop will cover basic bladesmithing techniques to produce a small “neck knife”. Participants will […]
Join the Washington County Historical Trust to learn how to save, repair, restore and weatherproof old windows in a 3-day workshop. This 3-day session will cover everything you need to […]
Hammer, Draw, Twist & Scroll Instructor: Glenn Horr No Experience-Beginner $490 Member | $520 Non-Member $50-$100 Materials and Studio Fees Learn the basics or enhance your skills in the fascinating […]