Blacksmithing for Beginners

Have you ever wanted to learn how to work with fire and shape metal? In this one-day class for adult beginners, participants will learn how to start and manage a fire, safe blacksmithing practices, and basic techniques for shaping metal. At the end of the class, you will take home a leaf keychain that you’ve made with your new skills!

This is a 6-hour program. Attendees should bring a lunch and plenty of water. Aprons, gloves, and ear and eye protection will be provided. If you already own protective equipment you would like to use, you are welcome to bring it to class to wear at the discretion of the instructor. Please wear natural fibers, long pants, and sturdy closed-toed shoes such as boots. This class will involve repetitive motions and physical activity with heavy items such as hammers, and there will be breaks for all participants throughout. For accessibility questions, please contact us at info@lcmm.org or 802-475-2022.