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Currently Scheduled Courses
Intermediate North Shore Pebble Jewelry
Instructors:
Meredith Middleton
In this course, students will deepen their connection to Lake Superior and expand their…
Course is full.
Wed, May 6th, 2026 – Fri, May 8th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Wed, May 6th, 2026 – Fri, May 8th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Meredith Middleton
Intermediate Penny Rugs
Instructors:
Cheryl Larsen
This intermediate class will focus on the embellishment aspect of penny rugs, taking this…
Sat, Feb 14th, 2026 – Mon, Feb 16th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Cheryl Larsen
Introduction to Anishinaabe-Style Beadwork
Instructors:
Marcie McIntire
Beadwork uses simple tools but has tremendous scope for creativity and complexity. When looking at…
Course is full.
Sat, May 16th, 2026 – Sun, May 17th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Sat, May 16th, 2026 – Sun, May 17th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Marcie McIntire
Introduction to Rosemaling
Instructors:
Tara Austin
Rosemaling is a folk art of Norway that has distinct styles in specific regions and valleys.…
Introduction to Rosemaling Gudbrandsdal Style
Instructors:
Tara Austin
During this class you'll be introduced to the leafy scrolls of Gudbrandsdal style rosemaling…
Sat, Jan 31st, 2026 – Sun, Feb 1st, 2026
Day 1: 9am-5pm; Day 2: 9am-noon
Day 1: 9am-5pm; Day 2: 9am-noon
Instructor:
Tara Austin
Invasive Color: Using Invasive Species as Natural Dyes
Instructors:
Theresa Hornstein
Many of the plants which we now consider invasive species were brought to this country for a…
Course is full.
Sat, Jun 27th, 2026 – Sun, Jun 28th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Sat, Jun 27th, 2026 – Sun, Jun 28th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Theresa Hornstein
Kick Sled Building: Push and Glide
Instructors:
Randy Schnobrich
Follow the tracks of generations of northern folks and take advantage of snow-covered roads,…
Course is full.
Fri, Dec 12th, 2025 – Sun, Dec 14th, 2025
Day 1-2: 9am-5pm, Day 3: 9am-1pm
Fri, Dec 12th, 2025 – Sun, Dec 14th, 2025
Day 1-2: 9am-5pm, Day 3: 9am-1pm
Instructor:
Randy Schnobrich
Knife Skills are Life Skills
Instructors:
Fred Livesay
Using a knife efficiently is a core skill for anyone interested in slöjd-style woodworking. The…
Knitting for the Great Lakes
Instructors:
Brienne Moody
What does the North Shore look like in stitches? In this three-day workshop, we’ll explore how…
Course is full.
Fri, Mar 20th, 2026 – Sun, Mar 22nd, 2026
Days 1-2: 9am-4pm; Day 3: 9am-1:30pm
Fri, Mar 20th, 2026 – Sun, Mar 22nd, 2026
Days 1-2: 9am-4pm; Day 3: 9am-1:30pm
Instructor:
Brienne Moody
Kuksa Carving: Traditional Scandinavian Drinking Cup
Instructors:
Alex Yerks
The kuksa is an old-style wooden cup made to travel far and wide and be at the ready, whether the…
Laminates - Advanced
Instructors:
Scott Graden
Dive into more advanced techniques for laminates that will include layering, shaping and knotting.…
Sat, Mar 21st, 2026 – Sun, Mar 22nd, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Scott Graden
Laminates - Basic
Instructors:
Scott Graden
Join chef Scott Graden, owner of New Scenic Café, for an introductory course on the flaky and…
Large Birch Bark Tote
Instructors:
Beth Homa Kraus
Carry around your studies, tools, or groceries in this beautiful and functional large birch bark…
Course is full.
Thu, Dec 11th, 2025 – Sun, Dec 14th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Thu, Dec 11th, 2025 – Sun, Dec 14th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Beth Homa Kraus
Lathe Turning: The Wooden Bowl
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to…
Thu, May 21st, 2026 – Sat, May 23rd, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Marybeth Garmoe
Mon, May 25th, 2026 – Wed, May 27th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Marybeth Garmoe
Layer Up! The Art and Science of Lamination
Instructors:
Tabitha Blanchard
Lamination can be rewarding and the final result can be beautiful and delicious, but it is an…
Course is full.
Sat, May 23rd, 2026 – Mon, May 25th, 2026
Day 1: 4-6pm; Days 2-3: 9am-5pm
Sat, May 23rd, 2026 – Mon, May 25th, 2026
Day 1: 4-6pm; Days 2-3: 9am-5pm
Instructor:
Tabitha Blanchard