Hands-on Workshop Schedule
2026 Hands-On Workshop Schedule:
Blacksmithing Workshop
June 13th10:00 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
TradesUp Youth Workshop
June 20th (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. 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! Please contact andrew.rowand@ct.gov for additional information regarding the course.
Straw Hat Making Workshop
June 27th (Saturday) 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Looking for the perfect summer hat? Look no further! Join local milliner Jaya Lee for a fun hands-on raffia hat workshop. In this class, students will use traditional millinery tools and hand sewing techniques to create their own summer hat from pre-plaited raffia. At the end of class each student will take home their own one-of-a-kind raffia hat! Pre-registration is required. Head-size or hat size is needed at time of registration. Participants must be 16 years old or older.Please contact andrew.rowand@ct.gov for additional information regarding the course.
Broom Making Workshop
July 25th (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? This hands-on class will be taught by broom maker Alan Curboy. 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 25th 20th (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. 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! Please contact andrew.rowand@ct.gov for additional information regarding the course.
Wooden Spoon Carving Workshop
August 1st, 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
Felt Hat Making Workshop
September 12th (Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join local milliner Jaya Lee to learn how to make your own felted wool hat! In this class students will use water, soap, and friction to turn wool fibers into a cloche or fedora style felt hat! At the end of class each students will leave with a their own hand crafted hat. Pre-registration is required. Head-size or hat size is needed at time of registration. Participants must be 16 years old or older. Please contact andrew.rowand@ct.gov for additional information regarding the course.
How to Hew : Log Hewing Workshop
October 3rd 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. Please contact andrew.rowand@ct.gov for additional information regarding the course.
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