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Discover the art of woodworking and unleash your creativity with a variety of hands-on woodworking classes in NYC. Learn the skills and techniques to create beautiful, functional pieces while gaining the satisfaction of working with your hands.

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Build a Fender Style Guitar or Bass

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

In this class we will assemble a stratocaster, telecaster, or p bass so that when the class is over you will have a playable guitar.  The pickups have been upgraded to my hand wound alnico pickups. We will cover a range of topics including assembly, wiring & soldering components, fretwork and general setup. There will be several options for body colors available. Materials fee to be paid directly to the school on the first day of class....

(20) All levels 13 and older
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$288

3 sessions

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Family/Group Build: Bird Feeder

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the fascinating world of local birds in the Hudson Valley and learn how to build a bird feeder from scratch. Join us for a hands-on experience that will provide sustenance for wintering birds while offering an up-close observation opportunity. Bring your family or friends for this fun and educational activity.

(20) Beginner 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$250
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Dovetail Tool Box

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Learn the art of dovetail joinery and create your custom toolbox with master woodworker Wayne Ford at the Wooden Boat School. Discover the techniques behind cutting dovetails by hand and machine, while adding your personal touch to the handle and ends. Craft a durable and functional tool tote that's ready to hold your essential tools.

(20) Beginner 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$290

2 sessions

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Build Your Own Shaker Boxes

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Join us for this unique and fascinating class as you learn to cut, bend, and tack your own oval Shaker boxes and peg and glue in the bottom and top. Each student will make four different sized boxes to take home, each box will be built from a different species of wood. A brief history of the shaker box will be discussed on the first day and the boxes will be started. The boxes will be finished on the second day of class, one week later.

(20) All levels 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$235

2 sessions

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Build Your Own Shaker Carriers

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Join us for this unique and fascinating class as you learn to cut, bend, and tack your own Shaker oval carriers and glue and peg in the bottom and handles. Each student will make three different sized carriers to take home.  A brief history of the Shaker box will be discussed on the first day and the carriers will be started. The carriers will be completed and finished on the second day of class, one week later. Material Kit: $70 (price...

(20) All levels 13 and older
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$235

2 sessions

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Introduction the Art of Kumiko

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Our instructor will be giving a workshop on the art of Kumiko. During this workshop, students will build a Kumiko trivet and learn to make the asanoha pattern, also termed the hemp leaf pattern. Kumiko is a Japanese technique of assembling wooden pieces without the use of nails.Thinly slit wooden pieces are grooved, punched and mortised, and then fitted individually using a plane, saw, chisel and other tools to make fine adjustments. The technique...

(20) Beginner 13 and older
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$206

2 sessions

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Make A Bird House

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the declining bird species of the Hudson Valley and learn how to build a bird house designed specifically for their preservation. Get hands-on guidance from woodworker Kathy Prisco and gain the opportunity to observe these local birds up close. An immersive experience to support bird populations and contribute to their conservation efforts.

(20) Beginner 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$230
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Make a Turned Vessel

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover wood turning in this introductory course! Learn safe lathe operation, chisel use, and design principles while creating your own wooden vase. Perfect for beginners or those looking to deepen their skills.

(20) Beginner 13 and older
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$225
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Setup and Care of Your Electric Guitar

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Join veteran player and guitar repair guru Kevin Thomson for this two-day class that will cover all of the basics and best practices of how to set up your electric guitar to suit you, and how to maintain it. Kevin has toured extensively in the United States and Europe for over three decades and will share his experience and practical know-how to provide a solid foundational sense of how all the parts and variables of a guitar can work together for...

(20) Beginner 13 and older
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$175

2 sessions

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Holiday Group/Family Build: Toy Blocks

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Get into the holiday spirit and create unique, handcrafted toys for your loved ones at the Hudson River Maritime Museum's Wooden Boat School. Join professional woodworker Kates Hawes in a one-day woodworking class where you'll learn basic skills and make toy blocks out of wood. No experience necessary - beginners are welcome!

(20) Beginner 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$190
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Introduction to Chair Caning

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the traditional art of chair caning in this hands-on class with Janice Meltzer. Learn the seven-step process of weaving cane seats, and bring your own chair or canoe seat to recane. Don't miss this opportunity to master a timeless craft.

(20) All levels 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$166
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Make A Cheese Slicer & Charcuterie Board

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Learn the art of woodworking as you create your own custom cutting boards in this hands-on workshop. Discover different wood species, and design patterns, and master the techniques of trimming, sanding, and finishing. Suitable for beginners and seasoned woodworkers alike, this class is a must for those looking to add a personal touch to their kitchen.

(20) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$155

2 sessions

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Girls Spring Break Boatbuilding Class

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Experience the thrill of building your own boat with a team of like-minded girls. Learn from master woodworker Wayne Ford as you construct the compact and versatile Kingston Pram rowboat. Don't miss this unique opportunity to celebrate Women's History Month and create something extraordinary.

(20) Beginner 11 and older
No upcoming schedules
$175

5 sessions

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Scroll Saw Ornaments

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

The session will introduce students to basic cutting techniques using a scroll saw. Students will create festive ornaments to adorn their trees this holiday season. Participants will select designs from a number of patterns and have the opportunity to personalize their ornaments with custom cut shapes if they wish.  Topics will include working safely with power tools, personal protection, shop safety, types of saws and blades, and selecting...

(20) Beginner 13 and older
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Pen Turning

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Spend the day on the Rondout Creek learning woodworking at the Hudson River Maritime Museum Wooden Boat School! During this introductory woodworking class, students will use a lathe to create two of their own wooden pens. Participants will learn wood prep, turning and pen assembly. No prior woodworking or turning experience is necessary. This class is open to all skill levels and is perfect for the beginner woodworker. Instructor Bill Sterling...

(20) All levels 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$135
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Build Your Own Cigar Box Guitar

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Try your hand at this historic stringed instrument! This small guitar is made with a wooden cigar box as the resonator. In just one day you can build your own working cigar box guitar. Materials fee to be paid directly to the school on the start of the class.

(20) All levels 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$135
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Hand Tool Sharpening

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Master the art of sharpening hand woodworking tools to perfection. Discover the secrets of achieving an edge so fine it can shave hair. Gain in-depth knowledge about cutting-edge geometry and practice sharpening techniques using power grinders, low-speed grinders, whetstones, and more.

(20) Beginner 13 and older
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Holiday Group/Family Build: Easy Rope Wreath

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

This year the Hudson River Martitime Museum's Wooden Boat School hosts a series of holiday-themed classes where you can create and build unique, handcrafted toys for your family and friends as well as learn some basic craft and/or woodworking skills along the way. Join us for this group/family build style class where you will braid rope to fashion a wreath that can be decorated to your taste. Your handmade holiday wreath will be made of natural...

(20) Beginner 13 and older
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Hands-On Wooden Boat Restoration: Rowboat Recanvassing

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Learn the art of wooden boat restoration from master shipwright Wayne Ford in this hands-on seminar at the Hudson River Maritime Museum. Join us as we focus on recanvassing a classic Penn Yan Car Topper rowboat from 1936. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable skills for your boat projects.

(20) All levels 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$60

3 sessions

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Project Managing Your Kitchen Renovation

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Learn how to successfully manage your kitchen renovation from industry expert Allen Brink. Whether you're DIY-ing or working with a contractor, this one-evening talk covers everything from project timeline to budgeting and quotes. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights for your kitchen remodel.

(20) Beginner 13 and older
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