Read the Show Wrap-Up
Early American Artisans Fair
November 1 and 2, 2019
November 1 and 2, 2019
|
|
"Incredible inlay on the fingerboards of Doug Unger’s mandolins, the mechanized works from Barry Wheeler, the brasswork and carvings on muzzleloaders, and soft touch of fibers from homespun wool yarn offered visual, audible, and textured feedback to the observer. It occurs to me that many of these pieces look like they should be locked behind glass, but the truth is that these things are meant for a more practical modality - possessing use and purpose in everyday life. To borrow the language of Marie Kondo, these are the items that spark joy."
|
Skill Areas currently taught
Timeless skills, rediscovered, and brought to life in Millersburg, OH
BlacksmithingBeginner classes begin July 2019 in our new Forge Room.
|
WoodworkingElectron-free hand tool woodworking.
|
Historic FirearmsFrom 18th century smithing techniques to fine engraving.
|
Help us expand: Tell us what you want to learn.
Meet Ohio’s One & Only Artisans Guild Focused on Teaching the Handworks of Traditional, Sustainable and Artisanal Practices.
|
|
The Colonial Homestead Artisans Guild is committed to preserving our heritage and the artisanal practices from our past. Many of the handcrafts from our past are the crafts still utilized by many of today’s talented artists found throughout Ohio. Yet, many crafts such as gun building, blacksmithing, leather making, timber framing, horning, wood carving, and others are at risk of being forgotten.
The Artisans Guild was formed to preserve these crafts by teaching and mentoring students to these old-age techniques and skills while also incorporating more contemporary practices. |