Blacksmithing Classes & Workshops

The Blacksmithing Forge at GAC

Guilford Art Center operates a fully-equipped forge where students take classes and workshops in blacksmithing, swordsmithing, bladesmithing and metalworking. It is one of the largest working/teaching forges in the Northeast that is open to students of all levels and abilities.

Blacksmithing and Bladesmithing for All Levels

Our award-winning instructors are highly regarded in their fields, offering expertise across the metal arts. Classes range from the functional items, including knives, blades, cooking utensils, to sculptural, including jewelry and other decorative iron objects. We cater to absolute beginners, experienced students and hobbyists, as well as accomplished artisans. Introductory sessions run multiple times throughout each semester; most workshops are 1-2 days, while some extend to 3 or 4. Classes typically run for 4-6 weeks. Additionally, we offer classes just for teens who are looking to experience this special art form with friends and peers. Private instruction is also available. Planning to take a class? You’ll need to make sure you wear the following items: safety glasses, leather work gloves, jeans and non-flammable cotton shirts and boots or leather shoes.
BLACKSMITHING

Current Blacksmithing Classes & Workshops

Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Aidan Garrity
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
June 13 - June 14
Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $50
Tuition: $350.00
Member Tuition: $315.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Mace Vitale
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
June 20 - June 21
Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $350.00
Member Tuition: $315.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Mace Vitale
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
June 27
Saturday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $40
Tuition: $175.00
Member Tuition: $157.50
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Aidan Garrity
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
June 28
Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $175.00
Member Tuition: $157.50
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Mace Vitale
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
July 01 - July 29
Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Marsha Trattner
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
July 11 - July 12
Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $385.00
Member Tuition: $346.50
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Aidan Garrity
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
July 18 - July 19
Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $75
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Youth and Teen
Teen 13+
July 20 - July 24
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $250.00
Member Tuition: $225.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Mace Vitale
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
July 25 - July 26
Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Aidan Garrity
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
August 01 - August 02
Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $70
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Mace Vitale
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
August 05 - August 26
Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Mace Vitale
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
August 07 - August 09
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $60
Tuition: $525.00
Member Tuition: $472.50
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Aidan Garrity
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
August 13
Thursday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $30
Tuition: $75.00
Member Tuition: $67.50
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
August 15 - August 16
Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Mace Vitale
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
adult with experience
August 20 - August 24
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $170
Tuition: $875.00
Member Tuition: $787.50
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Aidan Garrity
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
August 29 - August 30
Saturday, Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $50
Tuition: $350.00
Member Tuition: $315.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Mace Vitale
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
September 02 - September 23
Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Aidan Garrity
Medium: Blacksmithing
Adult
Adult all levels
September 03 - September 24
Thursday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $45
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Available

Our Location

Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street (Route 77) in Guilford, CT, along the Connecticut shoreline.  

Our campus is conveniently located off I-95, exit 58, approximately 15 minutes north of New Haven and only minutes away from the historic Guilford Green.

Look for our sign directly across from the Guilford Police Station; follow the long entranceway to back to our colorful school, shop and gallery buildings.

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