Jr. Blacksmithing: Toasting/Roasting Fork

In this junior blacksmithing class, students will forge colonial era toasting forks. Students will learn various forging techniques such as splitting, drawing out, scrolling, and bending, twisting and finishing. Students will also learn about the history and importance of the toasting fork in the colonial period.

This class is appropriate for students between 11 & 17 years of age. An adult must remain on site during the class and lunch break. Students must bring safety glasses and solid leather work gloves for the class. Please dress appropriately in closed-toed shoes, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt. Instruction is for 6 hours from 9-12 and 1-4. We have scheduled a one-hour lunch break so that students will have the opportunity to explore the site. Lunch is not provided, please bring your own. Please arrive at 8:45 to sign a liability waiver.

A minimum of four and a maximum of six students can enroll in this class. The class costs are $125 per student plus a $10 materials fee due to the instructor on the day of the class. Advanced registration is required one week prior to the date of the class unless approved by the Hagood Mill Staff and the Instructor. Students can purchase tickets online or by calling the Hagood Mill at 864.898.2936.

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