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.
![PAABA Restoration Project Close up picture of a fence with forged scrollwork and organic elements.](https://abana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/PABA-no-car-scaled.jpg)
Forging Better Blacksmiths Since 1973
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Classified Ads
Classified Ads ABANA provides these classified ads as a service to the blacksmith community. Both buyers and sellers [...]
Arts Coalition of the Alleghenies
Arts Coalition of the Alleghenies The mission of the Arts Coalition of the Alleghenies is to collaboratively [...]
2025 London Trip
ABANA Trip to London ABANA is exploring the idea of coordinating a trip to London in [...]
ABANA Featured Forgings
Theme: From the Garden Time to channel Mother Nature for this exhibition! You are invited to submit ironwork [...]