North America’s Largest Blacksmithing Community
The Artist-Blacksmith’s Association of North America (ABANA) is a community of blacksmiths, artisans, and enthusiasts dedicated to preserving and advancing blacksmithing as both a profession and a hobby. We provide opportunities for individuals and local affiliate organizations to further their blacksmithing education, strengthen their skills, and hone their craft. Showcasing the rich and vibrant work of modern smiths while providing historical context is central to our mission as we work to increase awareness of the art and craft amongst design professionals, architects, and the public.
Forging Better Blacksmiths Since 1973
News & Events
The Blacksmiths’ Guild of the Potomac: 2024 Spring Fling
The Blacksmiths' Guild of the Potomac 2024 Spring Fling The Blacksmiths' Guild of the Potomac is hosting [...]
After the Conference: Class at Touchstone
After the Conference: Level II National Curriculum Class at Touchstone Center for Crafts Come for the [...]
NRBA Spring Conference: May 2024
Northern Rockies Blacksmith Association 2024 Spring Conference The Northern Rockies Blacksmith Association (NRBA) Spring Conference will be [...]
2024 Team Forging Competition
2024 International Team Forging Competition at the ABANA 50th Anniversary Celebration & Conference Basic [...]
2025 London Trip
ABANA Trip to London ABANA is exploring the idea of coordinating a trip to London in [...]
2024 Ring Project: Call for Entries
Call for Entries: Ring Project 2024 Ring Project Details Call for Entries: ABANA will be putting [...]
ABANA Featured Forgings
Theme: Tools as Art Blacksmiths, artists, and makers often love great tools. In this exhibition, we want to [...]
Call for Entries: Conference Gallery
Call for Entries: We're inviting everyone to show off their best creations in the gallery of ironwork at [...]