# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Blacksmithing 102 Class
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Blacksmithing 102 Class

Presented by Kevin Thompson of Electric City Forge

Take your blacksmithing skills to the next level with our Blacksmithing 102 class! Designed for students who have completed Blacksmithing 101 or have prior metalworking experience, this course builds upon fundamental techniques and introduces new skills essential for forging.
What You’ll Learn:

After a brief refresher on the basics, we’ll dive into advanced techniques, including:

    Upsetting – Thickening steel by compressing it.
    Fullering – Creating grooves and transitions with specialized tools.
    Hot Punching – Making holes in hot metal using a punch.
    Riveting – Joining metal pieces with a heated rivet.
    Shaping – Refining metal forms for functional and artistic designs.

We’ll also explore the peen of the cross-peen hammer, learning how to use it for spreading, stretching, shaping, and texturing steel. Additional tools introduced include fullers, fullering punches, swage and rivet blocks, and a hand-cranked drill press.
Class Details:

    Date & Time: April 22, 2026 - 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (7 hours of instruction with a 1-hour lunch break)
    Class Size: Limited to 5 students
    Age Requirement: Students under 18 must be accompanied by an observing adult (no fee for the adult)
    Cost: $140 per student

What to Bring & Wear:

    Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt (required for safety)
    Safety glasses
    A water bottle
    Your own lunch (or take the opportunity to explore the site during the break)

Join us for a hands-on, immersive experience and sharpen your blacksmithing skills! Spaces are limited—sign up today! 🔨🔥
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pickens/blacksmithing-102-class/200029942115025
- **Event Categories**: Workshops, Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Pickens
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 138 Hagood Mill Rd, Hagood Mill Foundation, Pickens, SC, United States, South Carolina 29671
- **lat**: 34.92649
- **long**: -82.72167
- **full address**: 138 Hagood Mill Rd, Hagood Mill Foundation, Pickens, SC, United States, South Carolina 29671

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Blacksmithing 102 Class being held?
  - **A:** Blacksmithing 102 Class takes place on Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 138 Hagood Mill Rd, Hagood Mill Foundation, Pickens, SC, United States, South Carolina 29671.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Blacksmithing 102 Class?
  - **A:** Blacksmithing 102 Class is organized by Hagood Mill Historic Site.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Hagood Mill Historic Site's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Hagood Mill Historic Site a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Hagood Mill Historic Site has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Blacksmithing 102 Class 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 Pickens, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Blacksmithing 102 Class sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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