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Fun in the Forge

Spend a day in the blacksmith’s shop and experience the thrill of forging! Guided by skilled instructors, you’ll use a traditional coal forge and anvil to create a variety of simple but satisfying projects, such as wall hooks, BBQ skewers, flint and steel sets, and a dinner bell. 

Gardening for the Beginner

Need a starting point for your garden and some helpful best practices for successful first steps? Join us in the garden for an introductory class where you learn all the basics to get your garden growing in the right direction. This class is for individuals ages 12+. Anyone under the age of 16 must register with an adult. Members: $27, Nonmembers: $30

Feeding and Healing the Historical Family with Herbs

Journey from the garden to the kitchen as you learn to create herb-based recipes using herbs from the Conner Prairie garden.

Painted Canvas for the Home

In the nineteenth century, canvas floor cloths were once used to protect wooden floors in a hallway, under a dining table, or even under a chamber pot. We will learn from these historical designs and use acrylic paints to create a smaller piece. Choose from projects like a table runner, a table mat, or even a portable checkerboard. 

Raising Poultry

Have you ever wanted to raise poultry, but weren’t sure where to start? Do you wonder what it takes to raise chickens or ducks? If so, then this class is for you! Join Conner Prairie’s Ag Staff as we discuss everything you need to know about raising a small flock of poultry.

Timberframing

During this two-day class, participants will learn basic tool use (using corner chisels, slicks, and boring machines), layout strategy, and joinery. Together, class participants will use their new skills to connect the timbers together and create a small garden shed.

Intermediate Wheel Thrown Pottery

Take the next step in your wheel throwing skills and deepen your understanding of the historical techniques needed to craft beautiful works of pottery.

Wheel Thrown Pottery

Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. This four-session workshop gives you the time and space to practice all aspects of throwing and shaping pottery. Whether you are a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to develop skills at your own pace.