Updates
Winter/Spring 2026 Course Kickoff
It's time to plan your next visit to North House: courses for winter and spring of 2026 are now live on our website! Registration opens August 28 (or August 27 for members).
Off the Waitlist and Into the Class
Is the waitlist worth it? If the class you want to register for is full, here's why the best thing to do is to get on the waitlist.
Check Your Membership Status
Members' Early Registration Day is August 27, so now is the time to check your North House membership status. Click here to check your membership status or become a member in time for early registration!
Get Ready for Registration
Registration Day is coming up soon for 2026 courses. Registration opens on August 27 for North House Members, and August 28 for all. Click here to find everything you need to know ahead of Registration Day!
Weaving Courses
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 courses here.
2026 Internship
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
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
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
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.
Harvesting Hickory Down South
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.