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1/16-17/2026: AABA Winterfest VIII

Visit AABA Website Arizona Artist Blacksmith Association Conference 2026 AABA Winterfest VIII January 16-17, 2026, at Brandi Fenton Memorial Park in Tucson, Arizona Enjoy slide shows, a forging contest, silent auction, the banquet, demos, and more! Demonstrations include: Genevieve Gural - Practical Heat Treating: Theory to Forge Jerry Harris - Creating Life-Like Birds and Animals Peter Sevin - How He Makes His Lamps Learn More about the Demonstrators Here  Get More Info View All Affiliate Events

1/16-17/2026: AABA Winterfest VIII2025-12-18T15:17:38-05:00

Blacksmith School of Ironwork

Blacksmith School of Ironwork 1234 Blacksmith Way, Anytown, CA 90001 Email: schoolofbob@bobsblacksmithschool.com Phone: 555-867-5309 Year Founded: 2021 Visit Website Blacksmith School of Ironwork In our high school blacksmithing and coppersmithing programs, students experience the raw, elemental power of the forge. Using traditional tools and techniques, they heat, shape, and refine metal into beautiful, functional objects—learning firsthand how strength, patience, and craftsmanship come together. Our hands-on course connects students with centuries of human ingenuity while fostering a strong sense of purpose, responsibility, and pride in their work. Blacksmithing at Bob's dates back to when teacher Wes [...]

Blacksmith School of Ironwork2025-12-15T19:43:04-05:00

Forging Academy

Bob’s Blacksmith School 1234 Blacksmith Way, Anytown, CA 90001 Email: schoolofbob@bobsblacksmithschool.com Phone: 555-867-5309 Year Founded: 2021 Visit Website Forging Academy In our high school blacksmithing and coppersmithing programs, students experience the raw, elemental power of the forge. Using traditional tools and techniques, they heat, shape, and refine metal into beautiful, functional objects—learning firsthand how strength, patience, and craftsmanship come together. Our hands-on course connects students with centuries of human ingenuity while fostering a strong sense of purpose, responsibility, and pride in their work. Blacksmithing at Bob's dates back to when teacher Wes Horner set up [...]

Forging Academy2025-12-15T19:47:59-05:00

Bob the Blacksmith’s School

Bob’s Blacksmith School 1234 Blacksmith Way, Anytown, CA 90001 Email: schoolofbob@bobsblacksmithschool.com Phone: 555-867-5309 Year Founded: 2021 Visit Website Bob's Blacksmith School In our high school blacksmithing and coppersmithing programs, students experience the raw, elemental power of the forge. Using traditional tools and techniques, they heat, shape, and refine metal into beautiful, functional objects—learning firsthand how strength, patience, and craftsmanship come together. Our hands-on course connects students with centuries of human ingenuity while fostering a strong sense of purpose, responsibility, and pride in their work. Blacksmithing at Bob's dates back to when teacher Wes Horner set [...]

Bob the Blacksmith’s School2025-12-15T19:44:04-05:00

Private Access: Level II National Curriculum Zoom Tutorials & Coaching

Registration Open: Level II National Curriculum Class This online Zoom series will focus on the skills and techniques for Level II of the ABANA National Curriculum. Zoom sessions will be held once a month from January through May 2026. All Zoom sessions will be recorded and made available to class participants (typically within a week) for review or to catch up if you are unable to attend a session. Participants will be divided into groups, each with a certified instructor, for small-group coaching between Zoom sessions. Attend the Zoom sessions, take the information back to your [...]

Private Access: Level II National Curriculum Zoom Tutorials & Coaching2025-12-16T12:10:15-05:00

Level II National Curriculum Zoom Tutorials & Coaching

Register Now: Level II National Curriculum Class Learn more about Level II of the National Curriculum here. This online Zoom series will focus on the skills and techniques for Level II of the ABANA National Curriculum. Zoom sessions will be held once a month from January through May 2026. All Zoom sessions will be recorded and made available to class participants (typically within a week) for review or to catch up if you are unable to attend a session. Participants will be divided into groups, each with a certified instructor, for small-group coaching between [...]

Level II National Curriculum Zoom Tutorials & Coaching2025-12-16T12:09:12-05:00

Traveling Exhibition: Call for Submissions

A Reminder of the Key Dates for this Traveling Exhibition: Entry Deadline: November 14, 2025 Notification of Acceptance: December 1, 2025 Artwork Delivery Window: December 2 - 21, 2025 Tour Duration: November 2026 - December 2027 Return of Works: January 2028 Call for Submissions This opportunity has expired! We want to thank everyone who submitted their work to this exhibition! We received a tremendous number of entries - far more than we can include in the exhibition - so now starts the task of curating a show that will "wow" the public. Applicants can [...]

Traveling Exhibition: Call for Submissions2025-11-23T20:54:19-05:00

Book Giveaway

Book Giveaway Thanks to a book donation from Schiffer Publishing, we're giving away two (2) copies of Comtemporary Blacksmithing for Beginners by Joy Fire. The giveaway winner will be announced on February 1, 2026. ABANA membership is not required to enter. "Contemporary Blacksmithing for Beginners is a how-to book of blacksmithing that explains basic forging tools, proper safety practices, advice on ergonomics and how to move metal effectively, plus step by step directions for 18 fun and unique projects designed by me. This book was written with inclusivity at its core. Blacksmithing is such a meaningful part of [...]

Book Giveaway2025-12-08T18:23:43-05:00

2026 Conference Call for Proposals

Call for Proposals Submit your Proposal to Demonstrate, Lecture or Teach a Class at the next ABANA Conference Learn more about the 2026 Conference area, Bentonville, Arkansas. Conference Details The ABANA Conference Committee is accepting proposals for demos, classes, lectures, and other activities for the 2026 ABANA Conference. What skill, knowledge, or perspective can you share with the community? Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis, however we are eager to start making selections to move forward with the planning.

2026 Conference Call for Proposals2025-03-15T18:50:35-04:00

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