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 Tomahawk Class – January 24, 2026

January 24, 2026 – 9:00am to 4:00pm
Public

Come learn how to forge your very own railroad spike tomahawk in this hands-on class!

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Small Knife Veteran Class – Jan 31, 2026

January 31, 2026 – Multiple Time Slots
Veteran/Active Duty/First Responder/Law Enforcement

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to forge a small knife.

Under the guidance of our instructors, you’ll heat, hammer, shape, and finish your own knife to take home.

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Blacksmith Knife Class – Feb 7, 2026

February 7, 2026 – 9:00am to 3:00pm
Public

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to forge a traditional blacksmith knife using time-honored techniques combined with modern equipment.

Under the guidance of our instructors, you’ll heat, hammer, shape, and finish your own knife to take home.

bsknife Sign Up

Veterans Couples Rose Class – Feb 14, 2026

Feb 14, 2026 – 9:00am to 12:00pm
Veteran/Active Duty/First Responder/Law Enforcement

Bring your partner and turn up the heat at the forge! In this special Date Night class, you’ll work side-by-side as our blacksmiths guide you through creating your own hand-forged steel roses — a symbol that will never wilt.

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