Guests will make pretzels and bake them. While the pretzels are baking, the mustards can be made.
The class is designed to give someone with little or no metal working skills as a hands-on, fun “be a blacksmith for a day” experience. Explore the basics of forge work in a blacksmith shop while making a decorative “S” hook to hang in your home
Students will have the opportunity to make at least 2 of the following decorative projects for the home: dinner triangle, candleholders, hooks, or fire pit poker.
Join historic artisans for a celebration of Wisconsin’s rich folk life traditions! Experience the sights, smells, music, and craftsmanship in this juried event featuring 19th Century artisans selling their wares and opportunities for hands-on creations.
The class is designed to give someone with little or no metal working skills as a hands-on, fun “be a blacksmith for a day” experience. Explore the basics of forge work in a blacksmith shop while making a decorative “S” hook to hang in your home
This class will invite teens to learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting. Everyone will get to make several small, hands-on projects, such as small dinner triangles and hooks.
Join veteran cheese maker Mark Stecker to find out how simple it is to make cheese, what makes for a good cheese, and sample several simple styles of cheese.
Students will have the opportunity to make one of the following outdoor projects to enjoy: hoof pick, lantern/plant hooks, or fire pit poker.
Students will have the opportunity to make at least 2 of the following decorative projects for the home: dinner triangle, candleholders, hooks, or fire pit poker.
This class will allow a parent/grandparent to work with a child as they learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting.
Students will have the opportunity to make at least 2 candy canes in the blacksmith shop
Spend the weekend immersed in history and take a bit of 19th century life and learning with you when you go!
Hand work a lovely pair of mittens like it is the 1890s. Explore hand sewing and needle work as we piece together a wonderful pair of mittens made from upcycled materials.
Learn the art of hand sewing! Make this basic 19th century style sewing kit called a “housewife.” The housewife uses a variety of basic stitches including the running stitch, whip stitch, and running backstitch.
Vintage machinery requires care and maintenance to keep them running. Mid-Lakes Rustic Iron Club volunteers lead this workshop at the Krueger Sawmill to pour new bearings in the planer there. Participants will learn the basics of repouring babbitt – a process that can be applied to their own vintage machinery.
Join dressmaker and historian Marna Davis for a workshop in historical bonnets. How exactly do you know when a sunbonnet is from? Marna walks participants through the differences that set sunbonnets apart from one another and their place on the timeline. Make and take your own bonnet.
All supplies and equipment are provided. Snacks and a sandwich lunch are provided. Participants should plan to bring their own beverages, be prepared for the weather, and bring whatever sewing supplies they prefer to use instead or in addition of what is being provided.
Advanced registration is required by March 10th. Class sizes are limited. The cost for this class is $100.
This event is made possible with support from the Toll House Bed and Breakfast of Manitowoc, Wisconsin
This class will allow a teen to learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting. Everyone will get to make several small, hands-on projects, such as small dinner triangles, hooks, or decorative snake.
This class will allow a parent/grandparent to work with a child as they learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting.
The class is designed to give someone with little or no metal working skills as a hands-on, fun “be a blacksmith for a day” experience. Explore the basics of forge work in a blacksmith shop while making a dinner triangle to take home.
The class is designed to give someone with little or no metal working skills as a hands-on, fun “be a blacksmith for a day” experience. Explore the basics of forge work in a blacksmith shop while making a dinner triangle to take home.
Get up close and hands-on with the big printing machinery in the Print Shop! Choose from several historic designs and then print a set of note cards. Projects will be created using historic moveable type and printed on 19th century hand-powered proof and jobbing presses.
Let the museum collection and historic structures of Pinecrest Village kindle your creativity as you paint your own picture inspired by local history. Paint, canvas, and brushes, along with step-by-step instructions will be provided.
This class will allow a parent/grandparent to work with a child as they learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting.
Get up close and hands-on with the big printing machinery in the Print Shop! Choose from several historic designs and then print a set of note cards. Projects will be created using historic moveable type and printed on 19th century hand-powered proof and jobbing presses.
Get up close and hands-on with the big printing machinery in the Print Shop! Choose from several historic designs and then print a set of note cards. Projects will be created using historic moveable type and printed on 19th century hand-powered proof and jobbing presses.
Take the next step in your blacksmithing training and build on the skills learned in our beginner class. Participants will make a project to take home. Small class size guarantees lots of one-on-one instruction and lots of time at the forge!
This class will allow a parent/grandparent to work with a child as they learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting.
Whether it's to create your own keepsake or make presents for friends and family, this is a great opportunity to learn simple metalworking techniques in copper, tin, and brass. You'll have the opportunity to create 2-3 attractive ornaments.
Fee: $5.00 for MCHS Member. $10 for non-member. Advanced registration is required. Ages 6+. Adult must accompany children under age 16.
Paint your own barn quilt to hang in your home. Learn about the significance of barn quilts. Children will practice pattern repetition with a short barn quilt design activity. There will be 3 patterns and an array of colors to choose from for your completed project. An instructor will assist participants in drawing their patterns. All supplies are provided for this class. Finished project size is 2’ x 2’.
This class will allow a parent/grandparent to work with a child as they learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting. Everyone will get to make several small, hands-on projects, such as small dinner triangles and hooks, while learning about proper safety in a workshop environment.
All costs of materials are included in the cost of the class. Dress for working in a shop and for the weather (shop is heated by a wood-burning stove only). Bring eye protection and a water bottle.
Fee: $35.00 for MCHS Member pair. $50 for non-member pair. A pair is defined as one adult and one child (age 12 to 17). Advanced registration is required.
Take the next step in your blacksmithing training and build on the skills learned in our beginner class. Participants will make a project to take home. Small class size guarantees lots of one-on-one instruction and lots of time at the forge!
All costs of materials are included in the cost of the class. Dress for working in a shop and for the weather (shop is heated by a wood-burning stove only). Bring eye protection and a water bottle.
Fee: $25.00 for MCHS Member. $30 for non-member. Advanced registration required. Age 16 and older.
The class is designed to give someone with little or no metal working skills as a hands-on, fun “be a blacksmith for a day” experience. Explore the basics of forge work in a blacksmith shop while making a boot scraper to take home.
Learn the basics of hand sewing. You will learn basic hand stitching skills such as: sewing straight seams, simple hems, sewing on buttons, and how to make the most of using a thimble.
Fee: $10.00 for MCHS Member. $15 for non-member. Advanced registration required. Age 12 and older.
During this hands-on cheesemaking workshop, you will learn about the cheesemaking process and how to make mozzarella. You’ll have the chance to stretch mozzarella and sample various cheeses.
Woodworking can be fun for everyone! Use real woodworking tools such as hammers, hand drills, hand saw and others to make your own wooden project with the assistance of our instructors. Together, we will learn to safely use a variety of woodworking tools and make our own wood creations.
Fee: $35.00 for MCHS Member pair. $50 for non-member pair. A pair is defined as one adult and one child (age 7 to 17). Advanced registration is required.
This class will allow a parent/grandparent to work with a child as they learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting. Everyone will get to make several small, hands-on projects, such as small dinner triangles and hooks, while learning about proper safety in a workshop environment.
All costs of materials are included in the cost of the class. Dress for working in a shop and for the weather (shop is heated by a wood-burning stove only). Bring eye protection and a water bottle.
Fee: $35.00 for MCHS Member pair. $50 for non-member pair. A pair is defined as one adult and one child (age 7 to 17). Advanced registration is required.
Have you ever wondered what games pioneer children played? Laura Ingalls Wilder describes many games and activities in her books, and research shows us a few other games that children played during this era. Join us for our workshop as we make toys that you can take home.
Fee: $35.00 for MCHS Member pair. $50 for non-member pair. A pair is defined as one adult and one child (age 7 to 17). Advanced registration is required.
We are proud to hold this event in celebration of Wisconsin Historic Preservation and Archaeology Month.
Learn about the history of spinning, the different fibers that can be used, and how to prep wool during this interactive class. Our talented instructors will assist you in learning on a drop spindle to help you create your own yarn. Appropriate for ages 10-adult.
Advanced registration required. Workshop fee is $25 MCHS Members, $30 Non-members.
Registration includes a drop spindle of your own, wool, and instruction book. Admission to Museum included in workshop fee. The class is limited to 5 people.
Please call (920) 684-4445 or email info@manitowoccountyhistory.org to register. You can also register through the form below.
Learn how to homebrew and appreciate your own beer with the Manty Malters. The workshop will cover home brewing essentials and will serve up samples. Must be 21 years or older to attend.
Advanced registration required. Workshop fee is $25 MCHS Members, $30 Non-members. Admission to Museum included in workshop fee.
Please call (920) 684-4445 or email info@manitowoccountyhistory.org to register. You can also register through the form below.
The advanced workshop is for those who have attended at least one workshop and would like to complete a more difficult project.Appropriate for ages 15 - adult.
Workshop fee is $25 MCHS Members, $30 Non-members. Admission to Museum included in workshop fee.
Advanced registration required. The class is limited to 5 people.
Please call (920) 684-4445 or email info@manitowoccountyhistory.org to register. You can also register through the form below.
Learn the history and basic techniques of blacksmithing as you create your own project to take home with the help of our village blacksmiths. Appropriate for ages 15 - adult.
Our beginner workshops are ideal for those who have never attended a workshop before.
Workshop fee is $25 MCHS Members, $30 Non-members. Admission to Museum included in workshop fee.
Advanced registration required. The class is limited to 5 people.
Please call (920) 684-4445 or email info@manitowoccountyhistory.org to register. You can also register through the form below.
