Friday, April 25

Finding A Blacksmithing Class Just Got Easier

After hours scouring the web and entering data, my dream of creating a clickable map of blacksmiths and schools offering classes in the U.S. is now a reality.

It's easy to use. Just click on the state you want and you will be taken to a page with a list of schools in that state. (Clicking on the image below will take you to the Blacksmith Schools page with the map. You can also use the Page Tab at the top right.)


Each state's list is a living document reflecting current information. As you're browsing, if you know of a school or blacksmith offering classes and they aren't listed, leave me a comment. I'll add the information.

This interactive map is part of an ongoing effort to provide valuable tools and information for people interested in blacksmithing. If there's something you've been searching for that you're not finding, let me know. I'd be happy to find a solution. 

Enjoy the map and, as always, thanks for reading!

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36 comments:

  1. mark EmigApril 25, 2014

    Hi there, I was wondering if you could add me to your map. Mark Emig- Emig's Ornamental Ironwork, 431 Dug Hill Road, Hurley, New York 12443 845-338-4559 smithingman@aol.com

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    1. TerranApril 25, 2014

      I'd be happy to, Mark. Thanks for passing your info along.

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  2. Doug WilsonApril 25, 2014

    The Maine button isn't working. I'd like to be sure I'm on your list - and others as well...
    wilsonforge@gmail.com, Little Deer Isle, ME 04650 207348-6871

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    1. TerranApril 25, 2014

      Hi Doug. Thanks for catching that. I'm working on fixing it right now. I'll follow up when it's working.

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    2. TerranApril 25, 2014

      Maine should be working now. I added your info to the list. Thanks again.

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    3. AnonymousNovember 03, 2014

      Great idea!! I teach blacksmithing classes the past five years at this school in Mineral Point, Wisconsin. Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts, in Mineral Point, WI their website www.shakeragalley.com . They offer several blacksmithing classes and Metals classes from April through October.. Could you put them on the map??? Greatly appreciated!!! bob

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  3. Eye RollerApril 25, 2014

    Can you add me too? Mark just turned me on to this!

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  4. Eye RollerApril 25, 2014

    Nearly forgot.
    Wind Chapman
    Flute's Forge Blacksmith Shop
    47 Bull Creek West
    Dahlonega, GA 30533
    706-202-3630

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    1. TerranApril 25, 2014

      Hey Wind. Thanks for the info! You've been added to the Georgia page. I also put in a link to your Flute's Forge Facebook page. Let me know if there's a better website to point people to.

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  5. AnonymousApril 25, 2014

    Jeremiah young century village blacksmith shop Grove City, ohio. Basic to intermediate, fundamentals to item specific instruction. Affordable weekend classes open to all skill levels. Contact grove city parks and rec at 614-277-3050

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    1. TerranApril 25, 2014

      It's been added to Ohio's page. Thanks for the tip!

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  6. UnknownApril 26, 2014

    Could you make one just for blacksmiths in general? I could advertise it on Facebook. About half of my friends on there are Smiths.

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    1. TerranApril 26, 2014

      Hi Mark. That's a great idea. Are you thinking it would mostly be a way to network or do you have other ideas?

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    2. UnknownApril 26, 2014

      That is exactly what I am thinking. I have moved a lot this past year and I am always on the lookout for other smiths. I think it should be just contact info. many smiths have been robbed lately and we can't be too safe!

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    3. TerranApril 26, 2014

      I like the idea. I'll look into setting something up to gauge interest and possibly creating a contact form to gather the info.

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  7. UnknownApril 30, 2014

    Old Moneta Ironworks
    13096 S.Old Moneta Rd.
    Moneta VA 24121
    Chris Lynch - Blacksmith
    Beginners and intermediate available by appointment.
    Phone ( 540 ) - 296 - 0565
    Oldmonetaironworks@gmail.com
    Facebook @ oldmonetaironworks

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    1. TerranApril 30, 2014

      Hey Chris. Thanks for the information! It's been added to the Virginia page.

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  8. UnknownAugust 03, 2014

    I am one of the 1850’s Blacksmiths in Old Town San Diego State Park. Everyday we get asked where can I learn how to be a blacksmith near where I live? This is great information to pass along; do you have something like a post/business card that we could pass out? If not I will put you web info out there.

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    1. TerranAugust 04, 2014

      Hi Pat. It's great to hear from you and I'm happy to hear people are so interested in giving blacksmithing a shot. I don't have a physical card to hand out, but you can definitely send people to the site.

      If they forget the web address they can always type "diy blacksmithing" in search, too. It should show up at the top of the page. Thanks!

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  9. UnknownNovember 03, 2014

    I teach blacksmith work in Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey. Here is a link to my website: www.snakecreekforgellc.com Thank you in advance for adding me to your list

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    1. TerranNovember 03, 2014

      Thanks Stuart! I added your information to the Pennsylvania page with a note about your offerings for New York and New Jersey. Cheers

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  10. AnonymousNovember 03, 2014

    Great idea!! I teach blacksmithing classes the past five years at this school in Mineral Point, Wisconsin. Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts, in Mineral Point, WI their website www.shakeragalley.com . They offer several blacksmithing classes and Metals classes from April through October.. Could you put them on the map??? Greatly appreciated!!! bob

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    1. TerranNovember 07, 2014

      Thanks for the info Bob! Shake Rag Alley has been added to the Wisconsin page.

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  11. D-skiNovember 07, 2014

    For the state of Maryland, Blacksmith Guild of Central MD. Please add our URL: www.bgcmonline.net. When classes are scheduled, they are added to the web page. Thank you

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    1. TerranNovember 07, 2014

      Hi D-ski. The Guild's information is available on the Maryland page. Thanks!

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  12. Mark T...November 17, 2014

    Please add the Jackson County Green Energy Park in Dillsboro, NC.
    They are starting up their Blacksmith Classes and rent their shop out by the hour also.
    They have a glass shop, etc.. also.. They are running totally off of methane produced by the old landfil.. It is kind of unique. The shop is nice..
    http://www.jcgep.org/classes.php#.VGoEvMlNeD8
    The guy who runs it is super nice, and needs a little help getting the word out.

    Thanks..

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    1. TerranNovember 17, 2014

      Running solely on landfill methane. That's awesome. I'll get it up on North Carolina's page here shortly. Thanks for the info Mark!

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  13. MacabeeJanuary 15, 2015

    Hi could you please add me to your list.
    Adlai Stein
    421 W State Columbus, Ohio 43119
    614-370-6228
    Www.columbusideafoundry.com

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    1. TerranJanuary 16, 2015

      Hi Adlai. Thanks for the information! I put up contact info for the Columbus Idea Foundry on the Ohio page a few days ago, but I can add your name and the phone number to it. Cheers.

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    2. MacabeeJanuary 16, 2015

      Thanks Terran. I appreciate it. I'm the blacksmith instructor there but we do and teach so much more like wood working 3D printing laser cutting and more.
      We are currently listed as largest maker space in the world.
      thank you again

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    3. TerranJanuary 16, 2015

      You bet! I started looking around the site a little bit. That's an amazing amount of talent under one roof.

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    4. MacabeeJanuary 16, 2015

      It's really the most amazing place with the most amazingly smart and talented people I've ever met.
      if you ever get to Columbus I'll be happy to give you a tour.

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    5. TerranJanuary 17, 2015

      That would be awesome. I'd definitely be into that when I'm back home in southern Indiana sometime.

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  14. circle cp blacksmithingJanuary 16, 2015

    Circle cp blacksmithing
    110 e 5th st
    Adrian mo. 64720
    Circlecpblacksmithing@gmail.com

    5 hour beginner class one on one sundays and mondays $100

    Advance classes available as are hammer and tong classes

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    1. TerranJanuary 16, 2015

      Thanks for the info! I'll have it up on the Missouri page shortly.

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  15. UnknownOctober 21, 2020

    Hello! I just found this awesome page. Would you please add The Guild to the Florida map?

    Shaun Williams
    (954) 998-3473
    https://www.guildfl.com/

    205 NW 16th St, Pompano Beach, FL 33060

    Thank you!

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