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 […]
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 […]
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 & […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]