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Weaving Courses

Posted August 1, 2025

Explore weaving! From weaving bands on an inkle loom to creating beautiful pieces on a floor loom and much more, discover a wide range of weaving and fiber art courses here. Stay tuned—more weaving courses will be announced mid-August. 

2026 Internship

Posted July 18, 2025

We're now accepting applications for our 2026 Craft Education Internship! Spend 10 months immersed in community, craft, and life at North House. Learn more and apply here. 

Schooner Hjørdis Merch Summer 2025

Posted July 16, 2025

Our schooner Hjørdis is one of the most memorable sights in Grand Marais. Bring your Lake Superior memories wherever you go with Hjørids hats, t-shirts, hoodies, and stickers! Shop anytime through our online School Store.

Unplugged 2025

Posted July 4, 2025

Celebrate craft and support the mission of North House at Unplugged 2025. This September, join us for a reimagined gathering that weaves together community celebration, craft experiences, and the best of fall on Lake Superior. 

Hairwork: Weaving the Past and the Present

Posted July 4, 2025

North House instructor Karen Keenan is bringing renewed attention to the historic craft of hairwork. In this article from MPR News, learn how this fascinating craft  weaves together the past and the present. 

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Harvesting Hickory Down South

Posted July 3, 2025
by Gabe Strand

Hickory bark is not easily purchased, so acquiring it often means venturing out to the woods. In this blog post, Resident Artisan Gabe Strand writes about harvesting hickory bark with friends in Central Appalachia.

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New Life for Old Sails: Making Bags from Retired Hjørdis Sails

Posted June 3, 2025

Hjørdis got a new set of sails last season. So what happened to the old set? North House instructor Maeve Gathje has been working on an exciting project—making new bags out of the old sails.

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Scholarships

Posted May 25, 2025

Scholarship applications are open for September - December courses! Thanks to the Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths, there are additional scholarship opportunities for blacksmithing classes. 

2025 Fall Event Courses Are Here!

Posted May 23, 2025

New fall event courses are open for registration! Courses during Unplugged, Family Weekend, and Winterers' Gathering are open for registration now. Discover dozens of inspiring courses and take the next step in your craft journey.

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Introducing Hege Aasdal: Unplugged 2025 Featured Instructor

Posted May 15, 2025

Meet Hege Aasdal, a Norwegian basketmaker and one of our Featured International Instructors at Unplugged 2025. Hege is passionate about producing baskets directly from nature, and will teach three courses this fall. 

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