Classes and Events

Class Cards Black Horse Forge is funded in part by your generous donations, however blacksmithing is expensive. To ensure we meet our financial obligations, we supplement donations with paid classes. All proceeds from our paid classes go directly back into funding our mission.

Open Forge – Every Wednesday

Every Wednesday Afternoon, 4pm to 9pm
Veterans/Active Duty/First Responder/Law Enforcement

Open Forge is a place for Veterans, Active Duty and First Responders and Law Enforcement to come work on projects, learn new techniques, or just come to hang out! No experience necessary.

No Sign Up Required

Railroad Spike Knife Class – April 11, 2026

April 11, 2026 – 9:00am to 3:00pm
Public

Forge Your Own Railroad Spike Knife Discover the art of blacksmithing in this hands-on class, where you’ll transform a railroad spike into a unique handcrafted knife! Guided by experienced blacksmiths, you’ll learn essential techniques like heating, hammering, and shaping metal to create a striking piece of your own design.

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Sunday Open Forge – April 19, 2026

April 19, 10am to 4pm
Veterans/Active Duty/First Responder/Law Enforcement

Open Forge is a place for Veterans, Active Duty and First Responders and Law Enforcement to come work on projects, learn new techniques, or just come to hang out! No experience necessary.

No Sign Up Required

Blacksmith Knife Class – April 25, 2026

April 25, 2026 – 9:00am to 3:00pm
Public

Learn how to forge a traditional blacksmith knife. This class will teach traditional blacksmith forging techniques along with utilizing modern equipment.

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