# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Tin Pins - Metalsmithing Workshop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: This two-day, beginner-friendly workshop offers the opportunity to explore some of the most basic fundamentals of metalsmithing: sawing sheet metal and cold connections! Students will create a unique pin they can take home using the following techniques:

~Sawing, piercing, and filing sheet copper

~Round rivets and tube rivets

~Creating and enhancing hammered and punched textures

~Creating simple brooch pins

The first session of the class will be dedicated to learning the basics of sawing and riveting and familiarizing students with a metalsmithing studio, with the second being focused on applying all the techniques together to create a finished, completely unique work of art students can take home. Each day's workshop is from 2-5pm. 

Students should wear closed toed shoes with socks and natural fibered clothing, like cotton, linen, or wool. For safety, please pull long hair back. Ages 16+
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/tin-pins-metalsmithing-workshop/200030556726825
- **Event Categories**: Workshops, Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Alton
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 208 State Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
- **lat**: 38.89112
- **long**: -90.18873
- **full address**: 208 State Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Tin Pins - Metalsmithing Workshop being held?
  - **A:** Tin Pins - Metalsmithing Workshop takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 208 State Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Tin Pins - Metalsmithing Workshop?
  - **A:** Tin Pins - Metalsmithing Workshop is organized by Jacoby Arts Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Tin Pins - Metalsmithing Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Alton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Tin Pins - Metalsmithing Workshop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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