Eastfield 2015
Historic Trades Sampler
Early American Industries Association
Blacksmithing At Eastfield
Join us July 30-August 2, 2015!

The Early American Industries Association Eastfield Historic Trades Sampler, will be held on Thursday, July 30 through Sunday, August 2, 2015, at Historic Eastfield Village, East Nassau, New York. The program this year will include:

  • Hand planing picture molding with Bill Rainford:
  • Printing a broadside in the print shop with Toby Hall:
  • Knife making in the blacksmith shop with Olof Janssen:
  • Tinsmithing with master tinsmith Bill McMillen:
  • Floor cloth painting with John Verrill:
  • Flint knapping & arrow making with George Lott. 
  • Black powder shooting with Bill McMillen

The name Eastfield Historic Trades Sampler reflects what we actually offer-a sampler of various trades with an opportunity to learn about them while completing a small project related to the craft. 

There are two different workshops each day from which to choose. The classes start at 9 a.m. and there is a lunch provided in Eastfield's historic tavern from noon until 1 p.m., at which time the afternoon session of the workshops resume. The workshops end around 5 p.m.

Learn More.
Eastfield is a village of historic buildings that Don Carpentier brought to the east field of his farm in East Nassau, New York, over a period of forty years. Students are welcome to stay in several of these buildings which have been restored to their 18th and 19th century appearance; however there are hotels and other accommodations nearby. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this year. Learn more about Eastfield


Accommodations

At the Village
Accommodations in Eastfield's taverns are available free of charge for those wishing to stay as  guests in early 19th century accommodations. The only requirement is that each person supply their own bedding, plus 10 ten-inch white candles.
Students who take classes at the Village are encouraged to stay here during the Historic Trades Sampler. Meals may be cooked  or served in the late 18th century kitchens. Accommodations are rope beds with straw and feather ticks. Facilities are located in period out houses. There are evening gatherings in the Briggs Tavern and lively conversations  and games of dominoes by candlelight. This immersive experience offers an unforgettable opportunity to be with others - students and teachers - of similar interests, to gain an appreciation for the work and daily life of early 19th century America.
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Registration cost is $485.00


 
 
When
Thursday July 30-Sunday August 2, 2015
Where
Historic Eastfield Village, East Naussau, NY 12062
What
An awesome opportunity to learn and do an historic trade using traditional tools! View More Info 
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