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Furniture Restoration and Repair

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Breathe new life into a cherished piece of furniture while learning essential restoration techniques. Explore materials, repair methods, and cleaning procedures as you troubleshoot and restore your own item with expert guidance. From applying protective finishes to polishing and maintenance, this hands-on experience will leave you equipped to tackle future projects with confidence.

Sample Class: Intro to Wheel Throwing

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Wooden Spoon Carving

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the traditional craft of green wood carving using locally sourced timber and hand tools. Learn how to select suitable wood, split carving blanks, understand grain structure, and safely use carving axes and knives to shape a functional spoon. This beginner-friendly experience offers a hands-on introduction to woodworking, traditional techniques, and the natural character of different wood species.

Tool Sharpening & Setup Clinic

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Build confidence in essential woodworking skills as you learn to sharpen and hone your hand tools with clarity and precision. Explore a range of sharpening methods and materials while understanding how to prepare, maintain, and care for your blades. Bring your own tools and gain hands-on experience that elevates the quality and accuracy of your craft.

One Day Spoon Carving

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the fundamentals of traditional spoon carving using locally sourced wood and hand tools. Learn to read wood grain, shape flowing curves, and use a variety of knife grips safely and effectively. This beginner-friendly experience offers an introduction to sculptural woodworking, with finished spoons that are oiled and ready for everyday use.

How to Chair Repair: Chair Caning

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Restore a well-loved chair by learning the fundamentals of traditional seat caning. Discover how to prepare and soak natural cane, then weave it into a durable, classic pattern using a straightforward step-by-step process. Gain practical repair skills that can also be applied to other projects, including canoe seats.

Youth After-School Intro to Woodworking (Ages 13-18)

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Build confidence with essential woodworking skills through hands-on projects guided by an experienced craftsperson. Students will learn safe tool handling, measuring, cutting, shaping, and assembly while creating functional pieces to take home. The experience encourages problem-solving, creativity, and practical design thinking with real-world applications in both technical and artistic fields.

Seed Starting Racks

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Build a practical, custom rack to organize seed trays and support healthy plant growth with adjustable shelves and grow lights. Develop woodworking skills through traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery, draw-boring techniques, and router use while creating a durable, waterproofed structure. Take home a versatile growing station and techniques to apply to future projects.

Build a Stool

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Build a full-size, handcrafted stool while sharpening your woodworking skills under expert guidance. Use both hand tools and power tools as you shape, assemble, and personalize a functional piece of furniture. Pick up practical experience in tool techniques and wood finishing, leaving with a durable, heirloom-quality stool and stronger shop confidence.

Sunflower Relief Woodcarving for Beginners

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the fundamentals of traditional woodcarving through a guided sunflower relief project. Learn how to lay out a design and carve confidently with chisels and mallets while working in oak. Walk away with a finished wall hanging and a solid foundation in classic carving techniques.

Intro to Joinery: Build a Footstool

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Strengthen your woodworking skills by building a durable footstool using traditional joinery techniques. Learn to create half-lap, mortise-and-tenon, and stop-tenon joints while practicing design, layout, marking, and assembly. Designed for those with prior woodworking experience, this hands-on project emphasizes precision craftsmanship and strong, lasting construction.

Make a Turned Vessel

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Take in the craft of woodturning as you transform a solid block of wood into a beautifully shaped vessel. Discover safe lathe operation, proper chisel techniques, and the fundamentals of design while investigating the creative process. A great fit for beginners, this hands-on class offers a rewarding introduction to turning raw materials into functional works of art.

How to: Steam Bending

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the fundamentals of steam bending through a hands-on introduction to traditional wooden boatbuilding techniques. Learn how steam makes wood flexible enough to shape into curves, then participate in bending frames for a small sailing boat. This beginner-friendly experience introduces a practical skill for future woodworking and boatbuilding projects.

Youth Woodworking: Build a Planter Box

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Introduce young makers to woodworking through a hands-on project that combines craftsmanship and creativity. Learn essential layout techniques, practice cutting and shaping wood with power and hand tools, and explore free-form design. Create a custom planter that offers a practical introduction to both woodworking and the basics of growing plants.

Intro to Router

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Develop confidence with one of the most versatile tools in woodworking through hands-on training with stationary, plunge, and table-mounted routers. Learn essential techniques for edge shaping, mortise and dado cuts, precision joinery, and jig construction while exploring router maintenance and safety. Gain practical skills and knowledge to tackle more accurate, professional-quality projects.

Intermediate Table Saw

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Elevate your woodworking by unlocking the full versatility of the table saw. Refine your accuracy with dimensioned cuts, angled cuts, and precision joinery such as tenons, dadoes, rabbets, and box joints. Explore essential jigs and advanced techniques that boost efficiency and craftsmanship in every project.

Wood Finishing Basics

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Elevate your woodworking projects with expert finishing techniques. Work through a range of stains and finishes, including polyurethane, Danish oil, and French polish, while learning surface preparation and application methods. Build confidence in bringing out wood's natural beauty for polished, professional-level results.

Make a Live Edge Floating Shelf

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Craft a striking, gravity-defying shelf that brings out the natural character of live edge wood. Discover how to shape, smooth, and finish your chosen piece using core woodworking tools and techniques. This hands-on experience blends creativity with practical know-how, leading to a beautiful accent piece or thoughtful handmade gift.

Make a Cheese Slicer & Charcuterie Board

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Craft two handcrafted serving essentials from a selection of beautiful wood species. Design your own pattern, laminate and shape the boards, then refine them through careful sanding and finishing before adding hardware for a polished result. Suitable for beginners, this hands-on experience blends creativity with foundational woodworking techniques to produce functional, heirloom-quality pieces.

Beginner Carving: Comfort Birds

Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Explore the art of hand carving while creating a small wooden sculpture designed to fit comfortably in your hands. Learn essential carving techniques, tool handling, and how wood grain and different species influence the creative process. Choose from a variety of woods and add personal touches with paint to make your finished piece uniquely yours.