
New & Noteworthy

Our Summer/Fall 2025 course catalog is here! Browse the digital catalog here to discover 170 new traditional craft courses. Registration opens February 27 (or February 26 for members).

2025 has been off to an exciting start—we've welcomed 5 new interns and 2 full-time staff people to our team! Read on to meet the new faces at North House, and be sure to say hello the next time you're on campus.

Winter can be an intense season in northern Minnesota. In their latest blog post, Riley Kleve writes about embracing their first-ever winter in Grand Marais: from skiing to studio time to welcoming guests from Sweden.

Spring break is around the corner! Kids in grades 3-6 are invited to Spring Break Makers Camp, March 24-28. Spend a memorable break learning the age-old skills of woodcarving. Registration is open now.

Wood Week is around the corner! Join us March 11-17 for a week of courses, evening gatherings, and the annual Carver's Conference. Find all Wood Week details here!
Featured Events & Activities

2025 Summer/Fall Course Catalog
New courses open for registration February 27!
Our Summer/Fall 2025 course catalog is here! With over 170 new traditional craft courses, it's time to start planning your next trip to the folk school!
July—December 2025 courses open for registration at 9am on Thursday, February 27. North House members can register a day early, on February 26.
Find upcoming course and registration info here, or click the button below to explore the digital catalog!

Wood Week
March 11-17, 2025
Can you smell the fresh cut wood? Wood Week is just around the corner and will be log-jam-packed with everything the woodworker’s heart desires. We're thrilled to welcome Lara Domeneghetti as this year's featured international instructor. Lara is a renowned Italian woodcarver specializing in medieval Scandinavian art.
Wood Week courses are open for registration now!