The Goliad Forge: Hammer-In

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The Goliad Forge

November 22, 2025,  at 585 Bluntzer Road, Goliad, TX 77963.    

The Goliad Forge is hosting a FREE blacksmithing event!

  • Every blacksmith signed in will receive a FREE ticket for a giveaway drawing.
  • Bring a bag lunch!
  • Activities will take place throughout the day:
    • Small group tours starting at 8am by The Goliad Forge Volunteers
    • Ribbon cutting & dedication by the Chamber of Commerce of the newly constructed Instructional Museum of Blacksmithing for South Texas.
    • The Goliad Forge volunteers will demonstrate as desired.
    • Afternoon demonstrations may include the following as time allows:
      • Induction Forge work  (May include forge welding)
      • Foundry work   (Castings made of aluminum cans)
      • Forging of a Caduceus from horseshoes (Medical Symbol)
      • Demonstration showing how to make a “Charcoal Retort Burner”
      • Demonstration on several “Treadle Hammers” which have been carefully crafted.  (Info on those will be available upon request.)

All you have to do is RSVP to attend! They are also looking for people to volunteer some time during the event. Call if you need info on travels, projects, camping trailers/staying overnight, etc.

Call 361-237-8729 or email Otto Bluntzer to RSVP or to volunteer.

RSVP to Attend or to Volunteer
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