Blacksmithing 101: Introduction to Blacksmithing
Schedule
Wed Jan 21 2026 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
138 Hagood Mill Rd, Hagood Mill Foundation, Pickens, SC, United States, South Carolina 29671 | Pickens, SC
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🔥 Blacksmithing 101: Introduction to Blacksmithing 🔥 �Presented by Kevin Thompson of Electric City Forge
Step back in time and discover the art of traditional blacksmithing! Join historical demonstrator Kevin Thompson for a hands-on, full-day workshop that brings this centuries-old craft to life.
In this immersive class, you’ll learn the five essential blacksmithing techniques — drawing out, tapering, bending, scrolling, and twisting — while creating functional items like S-hooks and wall hooks to take home.
You’ll also gain insight into:
Blacksmith shop safety
Basic finishing techniques
The history and heritage of blacksmithing
How to build, maintain, and use a coal fire
January 21, 2026
�🕘 Time: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM–5:00 PM �
🥪 Lunch Break: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM (Bring your own and explore the site!) �
💲 Cost: $130 per student �
👨🏭 Class Size: Limited to 8 students �
What to Bring: �
✅ Safety glasses
�✅ Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt
�✅ Water bottle
⚠️ Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult (adult need not be a paying student but must remain outside the smithy).
🎟️ Register today and forge your own piece of history!
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