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SOLD OUT Blacksmithing 101 for 1 on 1

Sat, Aug 8, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM
Hancock Shaker Village, 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
$ 150-170

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Blacksmithing 1-on-1 DATES: Saturday, August 8 (Other 2026 dates:  May 9, June 13, July 11, September 12, October 10, November 14) TIME:  10 am to 12 pm REGISTRATION FEE:  $150/$135 for members. Includes Village admission. MATERIALS FEE: $20 (cash only) payable directly to the instructor  Learn basic blacksmithing skills in a private lesson at the Village’s coal-fired forge. Working alongside one of the Village’s experienced blacksmiths, learn to manage a coal forge fire; heat stock; form the stock using tools such as hammers and anvils; and complete finish work (which includes operating an electric grinder). No previous experience required. New participants will make two J hooks. Returning students have the option of moving on to other projects (for example, S hooks, fireplace poker, nails, or a small basic knife). INSTRUCTOR: Rick Ryer  REGISTER HERE
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