Adult Enrichment Classes
Here at the Old Stone House Museum & Historic Village, we work hard to offer expertly-led hands-on educational experiences to our community. Whether you take part in a blacksmithing or rug braiding course or participate in timber framing or apple grafting workshops, you are a member of a special community.
Cancellation Policy for Adult Enrichment Classes
Cancellations made more than 72 hours before the class will receive a full refund, less a minimal credit card processing fee. Cancellations made within 72 hours are eligible for a 50% refund. You may also choose to have any eligible portion of your class fee converted into a tax-deductible donation. “No call, no show” registrations are not eligible for a refund
2026 Classes & Workshops
The Art of Rug Braiding: 3-Day Workshop
July 12th | July 26th | August 2nd
10 AM – 2 PM
Join us for an engaging 12-hour workshop and transform recycled and new wool fabric into a 1’ x 2’ oval rug, with the option of making it larger over time. Over three immersive sessions (4 hours each), you’ll master the art of rug braiding, creating a vibrant piece to take home. Open to all skill levels, this workshop is perfect for teens and adults eager to ignite their creativity. Teens under 14 requires adult supervision. Registration covers all three dates. Don’t miss this chance to ignite your creativity, learn a new craft, and meet new people!
With Instructor Mary Ragno
Mary Ragno is a seasoned rug braider with over 20 years of experience. From her Danville, VT studio, she crafts beautiful braided rugs, teaches the art to others, and restores vintage braided rugs. Mary also runs an Etsy shop called WoolenBrae, where you can explore her work.
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Registration cost: $65 Members | $70 Non-Members
3-Day workshop is capped at 8 participants.
Basket Weaving Workshops
10 AM – 2 PM
Join us this summer at the Old Stone House Museum & Historic Village for a hands-on Adult Enrichment Class in the timeless craft of basket weaving. Led by Tracie Quirion of QT’s Baskets, this workshop will guide you through creating a unique and functional basket while exploring this rich, traditional art form.
June 13th – Garden Basket
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July 11th – Flag Mail Basket
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August 8th – Corner Basket
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Registration cost: $35 Members | $40 Non-Members
plus $25 materials fee payable directly to the instructor at the program
Each program date is capped at 12 participants.
Taste of Blacksmithing
8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
In “A Taste of Blacksmithing,” you will learn how to start a coal forge, heat steel to a forging temperature and the basics of hammer control. Various tools and techniques will be introduced along the way (including forge welding). The typical participant will go home with a couple hooks, nails and forge-welded chain link or two. All materials included.
Proper attire required: Safety glasses (we have some available), long pants and closed toed shoes. Please avoid synthetic fibers.
2026 Dates
May 31 | June 27 | July 25
August 22 | September 20 | October 11
Open Forge
12:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Looking for a forge where you can practice your blacksmithing? You’ve come to the right place. Join us for our “Open Forge” to work on any of your own projects! If you need it, help will be available from our experienced blacksmiths. Our afternoon “Open Forge” is a place to practice your smith skills. The format of this session is not instructional. Those looking for a blacksmithing class should see the above event listing for “A Taste of Blacksmithing.” We hope to see you in the forge! “Open Forge” Prerequisite: Past attendance at one of our “A Taste of Blacksmithing” sessions.
2026 Dates
May 31 | June 27 | July 25
August 22 | September 20 | October 11
Class Costs
Taste of Blacksmithing (Non-Museum Members): $90 per class
Taste of Blacksmithing (Museum Members): $80 per class
Open Forge (Non-Museum Members):
$25 per person
Open Forge (Museum Members):
$20 per person
Brownington Beekeepers
Our learning apiary got off the ground with funding from New England Grassroots Environmental Fund and the Vermont Community Foundation. It features four beehives located behind the Alexander Twilight House that are maintained by the Brownington Beekeepers.
The Beekeepers are active all year, maintaining our hives and educating beekeepers throughout our region with monthly meetings.
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