BLACKSMITHING SAMPLER: Smith's Knife | Kids Out and About Rochester

BLACKSMITHING SAMPLER: Smith's Knife

Get fired up with this hands-on introduction to blacksmithing—the timeless craft of shaping hot metal with hammer and anvil. In this exciting sampler class, you’ll make your own smithing knife, a strong, simple, & versatile go-to tool with plenty of daily & creative tasks. Learn basic forging skills like tapering, bending, and twisting as sparks fly and steel comes to life under your hammer. No experience needed—just enthusiasm and a sense of adventure!

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Our experienced instructors will use a combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on instruction at the forge to enhance your learning experience.

All safety equipment and smithing materials are included in the course price. Great for beginners and experienced tradesmen!

  • Class Length: 3-4 hours (project dependent)
  • Age Requirement: 16 years & above 
  • Experience Requirement: none
  • Tuition: $100
  • Uses heat, flame, & tools
  • Snacks & beverages are provided

To register: https://www.rocafc.com/collections/blacksmithing-v2/products/blacksmithing-sampler

Location: 
Rochester Arc + Flame Center, Fedex Way, Rochester, NY, USA
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*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Contact name: 
Rochester Arc + Flame
Email address: 
Dates: 
01/23/2026
Time: 
6:00 - 10:00pm
Price: 
100.00

Ages

Teenagers Adults & kids together Adults without kids