Back to All Events

Folk School: Broom Making

Discover the art and beauty of hand-made brooms! At this introductory hand-on workshop, we’ll guide you through the history, techniques, tools and equipment of broom making. You’ll learn the interesting history of our broom house and its collection of nineteenth-century broom making equipment.

No experience necessary and everyone will leave the class with a completed broom. You  will gain knowledge and confidence to explore the world of hand-crafted brooms and leave the class with a completed broom. Please wear closed toe shoes. All equipment is provided.

Time: 10:30am – 1:30pm (3 hours)
Age: 16 and up
Difficulty: Beginner
Materials: Provided
Fee: $50

Later Event: May 13
Iron Furnace Fifty