Hands-on Workshop Schedule

 

 2025 Hands-On Workshop Schedule:

Broom Making Workshop

 June 21st  (Saturday) 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Join us as we explore broom-making techniques and methods through a hands-on workshop at the Eric Sloane Museum. Have you ever wondered how handmade brooms are created? Broom maker Alan Curboy will teach this hands-on class. Students will learn the basics of broom making and design layout, all while using traditional tools and methods to create a one-of-a-kind finished product. Pre-registration is required. Registration Information

 

 TradesUp Youth Workshop

July 12th (Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for an exciting day of Trades Education program with TradesUp!

Experience S.T.E.A.M-based learning through this hands-on workshop. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! Ages 10-17. This free program explores the world of plumbing. Students will gain experience using skills such as basic math, measuring, hand and eye coordination while developing a sense of confidence and self-sufficiency. Although this program is free, pre-registration is required, and all students must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited, so register today! Registration Information

 

Blacksmithing Workshop

July 19th, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us as we explore blacksmithing techniques and methods through a hands-on workshop at the Eric Sloane Museum. Have you ever wondered how hand-forged metal objects are created? Blacksmithing expert Ian McCarthy will teach this hands-on class. Students will learn the basics of hand forging and design layout, all while using traditional tools and methods to create a one-of-a-kind finished product.  Pre-registration is required. Register Today

 

Wooden Spoon Carving Workshop

August 9th, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us as we explore hand-carving techniques and methods through a hands-on workshop at the Eric Sloane Museum. Have you ever wondered how hand-carved spoons and bowls are created? This hands-on class will be taught by woodworking expert Rick Liegl. Students will learn the basics of wood selection and design layout, all while using traditional tools and methods to create a hand-carved finished product.  Pre-registration is required. Registration Information

 

 TradesUp Youth Workshop

August  16th (Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for an exciting day of Trades Education program with TradesUp!

Experience S.T.E.A.M-based learning through this hands-on workshop. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! Ages 10-17. This free program explores the world of  electrical work. Students will gain experience using skills such as basic math, measuring, hand and eye coordination, while developing a sense of confidence and self-sufficiency. Although this program is free, pre-registration is required, and all students must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited, so register today! Registration Information

 

How to Hew : Log Hewing Workshop

October 4th, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Join us as we explore hand-hewing techniques and methods through a hands-on workshop at the Eric Sloane Museum. Have you ever wondered how hand-hewn beams are created? Preservation carpenter Nevan Carling will teach this hands-on class. Students will learn the basics of timber selection and beam layout, all while using traditional tools and methods to create a hand-hewn finished product.  Pre-registration is required. Registration Information

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