Blacksmithing 101: Introduction to Blacksmithing – November 18 & 28, 2026
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Step back in time and experience the art of traditional blacksmithing! Join historical demonstrator Kevin Thompson of Electric City Forge for a hands-on introduction to this centuries-old craft at Hagood Mill Historic Site. You'll learn foundational techniques and make simple, functional items like S-hooks and wall hooks.
📅 Two dates: Wednesday, November 18 or Saturday, November 28, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (lunch break 12:00–1:00)
💲 $150 per student
👨🏭 Up to 8 students per class
🔨 You'll learn drawing out, tapering, bending, scrolling, and twisting, plus shop safety, finishing, the history of blacksmithing, and how to build and maintain a coal fire.
Bring: safety glasses, closed-toe shoes, long pants, and a water bottle. Students must be 12 or older; students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult (who waits outside the smithy).
🎟️ Nov 18 tickets: https://visithagoodmill.com/event/blacksmithing-101-introduction-to-blacksmithing-november-18-2026/
🎟️ Nov 28 tickets: https://visithagoodmill.com/event/blacksmithing-101-introduction-to-blacksmithing-november-28-2026/
📅 Two dates: Wednesday, November 18 or Saturday, November 28, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (lunch break 12:00–1:00)
💲 $150 per student
👨🏭 Up to 8 students per class
🔨 You'll learn drawing out, tapering, bending, scrolling, and twisting, plus shop safety, finishing, the history of blacksmithing, and how to build and maintain a coal fire.
Bring: safety glasses, closed-toe shoes, long pants, and a water bottle. Students must be 12 or older; students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult (who waits outside the smithy).
🎟️ Nov 18 tickets: https://visithagoodmill.com/event/blacksmithing-101-introduction-to-blacksmithing-november-18-2026/
🎟️ Nov 28 tickets: https://visithagoodmill.com/event/blacksmithing-101-introduction-to-blacksmithing-november-28-2026/
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Where is it happening?
138 Hagood Mill Rd, Hagood Mill Foundation, Pickens, SC, United States, South Carolina 29671
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Host or PublisherHagood Mill Historic Site
