# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Heritage Series: Traditional Woodworking for Children (Ages 11-13)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Heritage Series: Youth Woodworking Workshop (Ages: 11-13)
Ages: 11–13

Saturday, April 11, 2026
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location: Discovery Park of America

Introduce your child to traditional woodworking through Discovery Park of America’s Heritage Series. Led by master folk artist TJ Southard of Fresh Sawdust, this hands-on class teaches practical skills, creativity and confidence using basic hand tools in a safe and supportive environment.

Students will learn foundational woodworking skills such as measuring, cutting, smoothing and joining wood, along with proper tool safety and the use of hand tools like hammers, hand saws and hand planes. Each student will complete a quality project to take home.

You will discover:

Basic woodworking skills including measuring, cutting and shaping wood

Safe use of traditional hand tools

Techniques for building functional wooden projects

The craftsmanship behind handmade woodworking

Projects may include a toolbox, boot jack or small wall shelf.

About the Instructor

TJ Southard is the owner of Fresh Sawdust and a two-time Missouri Folk Art Master Artist. A longtime 4-H volunteer instructor and former visiting craftsman at Silver Dollar City, Southard specializes in teaching traditional woodworking skills to young makers while helping students create meaningful projects and learn the value of craftsmanship and creativity.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/union-city/heritage-series-traditional-woodworking-for-children-ages-11-13/200029911849637
- **Event Categories**: Art, Workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Union City
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN, United States, Tennessee 38261
- **lat**: 36.43798
- **long**: -89.06745
- **full address**: 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN, United States, Tennessee 38261

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Heritage Series: Traditional Woodworking for Children (Ages 11-13) being held?
  - **A:** Heritage Series: Traditional Woodworking for Children (Ages 11-13) takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN, United States, Tennessee 38261.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Heritage Series: Traditional Woodworking for Children (Ages 11-13)?
  - **A:** Heritage Series: Traditional Woodworking for Children (Ages 11-13) is organized by Discovery Park of America.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Heritage Series: Traditional Woodworking for Children (Ages 11-13) 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 Union City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Heritage Series: Traditional Woodworking for Children (Ages 11-13) sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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