Welcome to the Northeast Blacksmiths Association
Mission Statement: To promote and provide educational opportunities in the traditional art and craft of blacksmithng.
Registration for the Spring Hammer-In is CLOSED. Walk-ins will not be accepted!
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Since 1977, the Northeast Blacksmiths Association has been offering opportunities to experience first-hand the traditional craft of forging hot iron into useful or artistic items. Semi-annual "Hammer-Ins" at the Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, NY provide a multi-level approach to give both beginners and experienced smiths the instruction and inspiration to improve their skills and confidence.
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The result of our poll was overwhelmingly positive, so we will be hosting our Spring Hammer-In, adjusting the program to allow the group to meet and stay safe with proper COVID 19 protocol in place. Our activities will be centered around the Pavilion, in the lower field. We have enough room there to offer a demo area at one end and the Teaching Program at the other. In the surrounding area will be the Tool Flea Market and participant parking. A separate demo area to engage with the public will be set up near the dining hall. We are seeking volunteers to do an hour or so demonstration to promote our craft and organization.
We are scheduled for Saturday, May 1st, 9 am – 6 pm at the Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, NY.
The day’s demos will be presented by several NBA members that will include a decorative leaf form in bronze, an axe forging demo, a decorative scroll, durable finishes for forged items, and basic blade forging. See program details on our Events page.
Safe distancing and masks are the order of the day for this totally outdoor event.
A special low price of just $40 will include the demos and lunch provided by the Ashokan food service Additional lodging and meal options are available for people traveling from afar, or may be having too much fun to leave!
Something for every skill level and ability!
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World-class demonstrators
Fully equipped Forges Spacious lecture areas On site coal and steel sales Tool and equipment sales |
Personalized instruction
Parent/child packages Tools and steel provided
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Tailgating sales of tools, equipment, and materials is an important activity at our meets. There is no additional fee for vending merchandise...it's all part of the program!
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Ashokan Center
477 Beaverkill Rd. Olivebridge, NY 12461 |
Program and registration:
845-657-7553 |
neuhouse511@verizon.net
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