Make A Wooden Pen

10/27/2023 06:00 PM - 10/28/2023 05:00 PM ET

Description

During this introductory woodworking class, students will learn to use a lathe and woodworking hand tools to create two of their own wooden pens. Students can choose from a variety of exotic and domestic woods to make a beautiful, useful object that will last a lifetime. Participants will learn to prepare the wood, turning using a small lathe, and pen assembly. This class is open to all skill levels and is perfect for the beginning woodworker, with no prior woodworking or turning experience necessary. Instructor Leanora Kovacs will guide students through every step of the process with plenty of tips and tricks.

Date: Fri., Oct. 27, 6-8 PM & Sat., Oct. 28, 10 AM - 5 PM
Instructor: Leanora Kovacs
Class size (max.): 6
Skill level: basic
Prerequisites: none
Registration Deadline: Oct. 23, 2023


General Public: $175
Member at Individual Level: $158
Member at Household Level & Above: $150

Materials: $30 (included at check out)

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Instructor: Leanora Kovacs is a member of the Northeast Woodworkers Association and a retired lawyer. She teaches lathe classes such as Pen Turning, where students craft their own fountain pens.

Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum
Wooden Boat School
86 Rondout Landing
Kingston, NY 12401