This 3-hour introductory workshop is a great way to explore the art of blacksmithing and create something unique. Participants will learn the basics of forging steel and use essential blacksmithing tools to create a steel hook or hairpin to take home. These sessions are led by Rivers of Steel staff artist and bladesmith Jared Ondovchik (aka Artifact Metalworks).
Special holiday workshops:
Halloween Date Night - October 26, 2023 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Get spooky during this 3-hour Halloween-themed couples’ workshop and learn the basics of blacksmithing to make your own steel scull! Bring a friend or significant other and work together to learn the basics of forging steel and using essential blacksmithing tools. Individuals may also attend, couples not mandatory.
Holiday Ornaments - November 12, 2023 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Get in the holiday spirit by hammering hot metal! This 3-hour introductory workshop is a great way to explore the art of blacksmithing and create a unique holiday ornament. Participants will learn the basics of forging steel and use essential blacksmithing tools to shape the metal into a tree or leaf design to take home.
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