Frontier Blacksmithing


Learn the basics of blacksmithing during this two-day, four hours per day, class. You'll begin by building a coal fire and discovering the difference between iron, mild and tool steel. You'll blacksmith without modern tools to make nails, nail headers and a pair of tongs. Classes are small so you can have maximum anvil time and one-on-one instruction with an experienced blacksmith. Price includes two days (four hours per day), the textbook A Blacksmithing Primer and all supplies. (Also available as a family class.)



Father/son blacksmithing for teens between ages 15 and 17 also available.

Please wear a long sleeve, 100% cotton shirt and 100% cotton long pants.

Class Time: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and/or Sundays, Noon to 4 p.m.

Class Limit: maximum 3 students
Includes all supplies.

Cost per Student:
Adults: $175 for non-members; $160 for members
Teens (15 to 17, with adult): $125 for non-members; $115 for members

All classes are private and require a reservation at least four weeks in advance of your preferred date. There is a $50 non-refundable deposit due when booking a blacksmithing class. The balance is due one week prior to the first class day. For additional information and to sign up for your class, please email Melissa Prycer or call 214-413-3671.