Events and Programs

Forge new skills by learning the essential elements of blacksmithing. Join us in the Modern Blacksmith Shop where stewardship and tradition meet innovation. In this workshop, you will learn how to use our traditional coal-fired forge, gain hammer and anvil experience to help your project take shape, and get perspectives about the overall history and…

Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. This four-session workshop gives you the time and space to practice all aspects of throwing and shaping pottery. Whether you are a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to develop skills at your own pace. Learn more about our historic classes. All materials and supplies are…

Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. This four-session workshop gives you the time and space to practice all aspects of throwing and shaping pottery. Whether you are a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to develop skills at your own pace. Learn more about our historic classes. All materials and supplies are…

Flint and steel are integral to fire making. As there are many methods to fire starting, the flint Firestarter stands out above the rest. During this two-hour class, learn how to make a flint and steel Firestarter while also experiencing how to use it to light a primitive fire. You will use a traditional coal-fired…

Flint and steel are integral to fire making. As there are many methods to fire starting, the flint Firestarter stands out above the rest. During this two-hour class, learn how to make a flint and steel Firestarter while also experiencing how to use it to light a primitive fire. You will use a traditional coal-fired…

In preparation for Valentine’s Day, join us at the hearth for a unique experience and learn how to prepare some delicious historic chocolate recipes. We’ll make traditional desserts such as chocolate tarts, chocolate puffs, drinking chocolate, and chocolate cakes. One of these delicacies is not like the others, but you’ll need to join us to…