Demystifying Wood Finishing Workshop

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 finishing process, and very few woodworkers are ever taught the actual science of...

Woodworking Workshop: Carving Wood Utensils

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,...

Historic Woodworking Seminar

Date: January 20, 2024, at 11:00 pm and 2:00 pm Location: Poplar Forest, 1776 Poplar Forest Parkway, Lynchburg, VA 24502. The villa at Poplar Forest is a monument to Thomas Jefferson’s architectural design prowess, while the decorative elements inside highlight the...

Preservation Technician Job Opening, Central Park

Preservation Technicians in the Central Park Infrastructure Department focus on the applied preservation, restoration, and maintenance of the Park’s historic architectural and decorative features including bridges and arches, display fountains, pergolas, benches,...