"Timeless Trades" Workshop Series: Intro to Green Woodworking

Stone House History’s Jay returns to Fort Ligonier this weekend with two hands-on workshops featuring green woodworking and treenware. Participants will make their own spurtle (a flat, wooden kitchen tool) while learning how to safely use green woodworking tools. Participants will also examine pieces of original treenware from Fort Ligonier’s collection during the three-hour workshop. Select your day and register now! Only five spaces per workshop are available.

Treenware (wooden cooking tools and bowls made completely out of wood) originated from the early settlers and pioneers out of necessity. Today, treenware is still popular for decorative and cooking purposes.

Available Workshop Dates (select one):
Saturday, August 9, 2025: 1 - 4 p.m.
Sunday, August 10, 2025: 9 a.m. - noon

Cost: $50 (includes all materials, tools to use during class, and 3 hour class)

Note: Based on Individual Skill level, projects may not be completely finished during class.

Registration required. Register online: https://ticketstripe.com/events/1179107233897153

About “Timeless Trades” Workshops

“Timeless Trades” Workshops at Fort Ligonier feature historical tradespeople who share their knowledge of the trades and skills used by their 18th century counterparts. Workshops occur several times a year, highlighting skills from sewing and shoemaking to gunsmithing and cooking.

You may also like the following events from Fort Ligonier:

• This Saturday, 5th July, 10:00 am, History Alive! featuring Forbes Road Frolic in Ligonier
• Next Saturday, 12th July, 10:00 am, History Alive! Meet a Colonial Family in Ligonier
• This month, 19th July, 10:00 am, History Alive! featuring Stone Forge and Tissage in Ligonier

Also check out other Workshops in Ligonier.