Blacksmithing 101

Wed Jan 15 2025 at 09:00 am to 04:00 pm UTC-05:00

Hagood Mill Historic Site | Pickens

Hagood Mill Historic Site
Publisher/HostHagood Mill Historic Site
Blacksmithing 101
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Learn the art and skills of blacksmithing at the picturesque Hagood Mill Historic Site!
About this Event

In this introduction to blacksmithing class students will learn the basic working knowledge of blacksmithing with historical demonstrator Kevin Thompson of Electric City Forge. Students will have the opportunity to make items such as simple s-hooks and wall hooks. Students will learn the five basic techniques of blacksmithing: which include drawing out, tapering, bending, scrolling, and twisting of steel, in addition to basic finishing techniques. Students will also learn about safety in the blacksmith shop, the history of the craft of blacksmithing, the fuel and materials used in blacksmithing, and how to build, maintain and use a coal fire.

Please dress appropriately in closed-toed shoes, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt. Please bring a pair of safety glasses and a water bottle. Instruction is for 6 hours from 9-12 and 1-4. We have scheduled a one-hour lunch break so that students will have the opportunity to explore the site. Lunch is not provided, please bring your own. Please arrive at 8:45 to sign a liability waiver.

A minimum of four and a maximum of six students can enroll in this class. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, although the adult is not required to be a paying student. In which case they should remain outside of the smithy. The class costs are $125 per student + a $10 materials fee due to the instructor on the day of the class. Advanced registration is required one week prior to the date of the class unless approved by the Hagood Mill Staff and the Instructor. Students can purchase tickets online or by calling the Hagood Mill at 864.898.2936.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hagood Mill Historic Site, 138 Hagood Mill Rd., Pickens, United States

Tickets

USD 135.23

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