# Event Details - **Event Name**: Metal Shop 101 - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 06 Sep, 2023 at 05:30 pm – Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn the fundamentals of MIG welding and the tools in the shop to cut, grind and shape metal.About this EventMultisession Duration: 12 hrs completed over 3 days. By purchasing a ticket, you are committing to attend all meetings included in the multisession. Scroll down to reference the Agenda page to indicate which ticket to purchase for that session!Class DescriptionIn this class, you will learn the fundamentals of MIG welding and the tools in the shop to cut, grind and shape metal. Combining these skills will open up a world of possibilities and a solid base to excel in other classes in the metal shop.Class environment: All people are to feel welcome in this class, and an active effort will be made to be inclusive to all people. This class will not tolerate sexism, ableism, racism, homophobia, or transphobia. Welding is for everyone.*This class includes tool testing on the following tools:MIG welder, Cold Saw, Bench Grinder, Belt Sander, and Angle Grinder.The materials fee for this class is $40. This is separate from the ticket price and is to reimburse the instructor for any tools or materials used in this class. This will be paid once, directly to the instructor at the start of the first class meeting. This instructor accepts Venmo.Learning ObjectivesThe required skills to use all tools covered in the class to Artisan's Asylum safety standards.Using the ironworker, horizontal band saw, and miter saw to cut down material to specific lengths.Choosing the appropriate wire size for the material being usedUtilizing the drill press to make plug welds on circular tubes.How to use the angle grinder to bevel metal for structural welds on thicker material.Making angled cuts with the miter saw and bandsaw to weld specific anglesInstructor -Scraps Sparcs @scrapssparcsScraps is our nonbinary metal shop quing who has a passion for taking action at Artisan’s Asylum to make our space even more iconic. They have run events like our awesome metal shop drag punk shows and have worked on fundraising efforts for a program that offers financial assistance to make classes more accessible. Scraps has been a part of the Artisan’s Asylum community since they were 19 and has lived in the walls ever since, helping out and doing work as a tool tester for several years; they now teach many of the welding classes in our metal shop.Target AudienceMetal Shop beginners and folks who are curious about Artisans Asylum's Metal Shop. Students who are 16 years or older. All students under 18 must be accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.Your Ticket IncludesSafety glasses, welding helmets, jackets and glovesSteel, square tube, flat bar, and sheet metal.Access to A2's Metal Shop and tools for the duration of the sessionClass PoliciesAttire: Attendants should wear close-toed slip-resistant shoes (steel-toe work boots are ideal), long pants, and no loose-fitting clothing that could possibly get caught in machinery. Make sure to wear only natural fibers (i.e., cotton, wool, linen, etc) and bring reading glasses if needed for detailed work.Learn more about our class and ticket cancelation policies Here.Please email education@artisansasylum.com with any questions.*Sales end 24 hours before the start of the class to allow the instructor and staff time to prep.March 3rd Session🕑: 05:30 PM - 09:30 PMMarch 3rd🕑: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PMMarch 10th🕑: 05:30 PM - 09:30 PMMarch 17thApril 7th Session🕑: 05:30 PM - 09:30 PMApril 7th🕑: 05:30 PM - 09:30 PMApril 14th🕑: 05:30 PM - 09:30 PMApril 21stMay 5th Session🕑: 05:30 PM - 09:30 PMMay 5th 🕑: 05:30 PM - 09:30 PMMay 12th🕑: 05:30 PM - 09:30 PMMay 19th - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/boston/metal-shop-101/10000681827443237 - **Event Categories**: workshops, meetups, music, entertainment, charities - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Artisan's Asylum - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 380.43, max: 380.43, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Boston - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: Artisan's Asylum - **lat**: 42.3598794 - **long**: -71.1379218 - **full address**: Artisan's Asylum, 96 Holton Street, Boston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Metal Shop 101 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/2db095297425dda5d0103621f47c0ec69cfe49dd1fa4389fd0b964c268ecc4ad-rimg-w1200-h675-dc474549-gmir.jpg?v=1776172292 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Metal Shop 101 being held? - **A:** Metal Shop 101 takes place on Wed, 06 Sep, 2023 at 05:30 pm to Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Artisan's Asylum, 96 Holton Street, Boston, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Metal Shop 101? - **A:** Metal Shop 101 is organized by Artisans Asylum Inc. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Metal Shop 101 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 Boston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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