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Applications for Fall/Winter Scholarships are now open and due July 4.

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Video: Virtual Boat Tour: Acorn to Arabella

Acorn to Arabella is a boat building project taking place in Granby, Massachusetts. This ultimate DIY project will continue well past launch, when they will travel and learn to cruise aboard the boat that they’ve built.

Our 24th Wooden Boat Show has wrapped up and we had a wonderful time. Thank you to all who came to visit us and all those that were there in spirit. Follow the link below to see some images from the weekend's festivities. 

Live Q&A with the Captain of Pilgrim

Saturday June 19 at 2pm

We will host the Captain of Pilgrim - the amazing vessel visiting from Russia - on the North House docks for a Q&A. Come learn more about the building of this boat, their 3-year journey from Russia to Duluth, and their plans for the future!

Webinar: Virtual Boat Tour: Schooner Hindu

Take a video tour of this incredible boat, originally built in 1925, as it gets restored to run for decades to come!

Looking for more online craft content? Visit our Crafting in Place page for a full schedule of upcoming webinars, videos, and more, as well as the complete archive of past content.

Featured Events & Activities

Summer Programs

Summer Programs

Safe, family-friendly activities have resumed on the North House campus

It’s summertime on the Grand Marais Harbor and the campus has much to offer, whether you’re well-versed in craft or just curious about what’s happening at North House. A free Saturday Campus Tour is a good way to get oriented to the history and activity of the school. A two-hour Intro to Wood Fired Baking Course is a great way to spend some time making and breaking bread with friends. Every Thursday through Sunday, see craft in action with live demonstrations with our Instructors in Residence. And of course, you can book a sail on our schooner, Hjørdis.

View our summer activity guide for more information on upcoming events, programs, and courses.

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Hjørdis is sailing! Bookings are available now.

  • Sails are around one hour in duration.
  • Each sail is limited to a single group or household.
  • There is a booking minimum of four tickets per sail (you can still sail with fewer than four, but must pay for four). Maximum of six.

August bookings will open on July 1. Sails will continue until October 3. We’re excited to be on the water again, and we hope you’ll join us!

New On-Campus Courses for September - December

New On-Campus Courses for September - December

Registration opens Friday, June 4 at 9am

New coursework for September through December will be open for registration on June 4 at 9am CT! Visit the calendar to see the new course offerings and start planning your trip. North House members can register a day early on June 3. Become a member or renew your membership today!

The new coursework is eligible for scholarships, too!

Resident Artisan Blog

Read what our resident artisans have been up to!

Image for Community Boat Building Days: The Herring Skiff

Community Boat Building Days: The Herring Skiff

Join in and lend a hand as we build a herring skiff this summer! Wednesdays through Saturdays in June, join Josh Tolkan in the outdoor workshop to help out: no experience required, just a willingness to learn. 

Learn more here

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In his latest blog post, Josh Tolkan reflects on his time in the Artisan Development program and how it's impacted his life and chosen craft. 

Request a Catalog

Request a Catalog

Enjoy the tactile sensation of browsing our newsprint catalog of courses? Request your free copy of the North House Catalog here!