Students will learn to restore early 19th C. wood window sashes with hand tools. Students will build a small 4-lite sash in order to fully understand the construction details of sashes. The workshop will move into repairing wood sashes and window frames, including assessing the damage and appropriate repairs, lead paint safety practices and […]
OVERVIEW: The majority of historic timber framed structures in the United States built before 1800 were scribed using a system brought here from the British Isles. It did not involve the use of plumb bobs, piquage, or full-size drawings lofted on a shop floor. It was a simple, direct method using primarily the square that […]
Join us at the Historic Ressler Mill in the heart of Amish country, Ronks, PA, for a 3-day Historic Lime Plaster Workshop July 7th, 20205 - July 9th, 2025! Classes will be led by Richard Barrow, owner of Global Heritage Group, who after beginning his career in historic plaster 40 years ago in the UK […]
Rebuilding Exchange: Our Illinois Works funded Pre-Apprenticeship Program is a 9 week, FREE training to prepare adults for building trades apprenticeships, including unions. The Pre-Apprenticeship program is designed to increase the number of qualified construction and building trades apprentices who are women, people of color, veterans, and prepares them to enter full apprenticeship programs on their way to careers in the […]
19th-Century Windows & Doors – Construction & Repair 5 Days: Monday - Friday, August 11th-15th, 2025, 8 AM - 5 PM Tuition: $1,250.00 Ages: 16 & Up Instructor: Nathanael Ulfers Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person Prerequisites: None Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Program Description: Step back in time and learn the art of window and […]
Our classes are set up to foster community, and during your time here, whether you camp onsite or stay in a hotel or Airbnb, you can experience the sweet nostalgia of summer camp as you make new friends and learn useful skills in this adult version of a woodworking camp. Learning carpentry can be rewarding […]
Job Description Position Summary Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Natchez National Historical Park through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the course of a 26-week immersive experience, TTAP participants train and work alongside experienced NPS employees to preserve cultural resources and crucial infrastructure. This position is a great way to gain […]
Job Description Position Summary Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Manasses National Battlefield through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the course of a 26-week immersive experience, TTAP participants train and work alongside experienced NPS employees to preserve cultural resources and crucial infrastructure. This position is a great way to gain […]
Overview Dates: October 17-18, 2025 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM each day Location: Arthurdale Heritage, 18 Q Road, Arthurdale, WV 26520 Class Size Limit: 15 participants Workshop Details Join us for a two-day hands-on masonry repointing workshop. Under the guidance of David Gibney and Sarah Polzin, participants will learn and practice traditional repointing techniques using both real-world conditions and controlled training […]
This hands-on, 8-hour Workshop in Traditional Finishes, taught by Natalie Henshaw, introduces participants to the principles and practices of refinishing historic architectural woodwork. Focusing on doors, trim, paneling, and other wood features commonly found in historic buildings, the session covers how to assess wood conditions identify original finishes select appropriate methods to remove, restore, and reapply different […]
A living history event featuring modern day craftspeople illustrating common occupations of the Revolutionary Era. Demonstrations will include blacksmithing, tailoring, spinning, shoemaking, weaving, wood carving, carpentry, and dancing. Select craft items available for sale and commission direct from the artisans.
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 […]