Classes
You've admired the authentic hand-woven textiles in Liberty Corner and distinct metalwork in Prairietown, now it's your turn to create a masterpiece! Work alongside master craftspeople and acquire a unique skill of your own. Reservations required. Call Guest Services at 317.776.6006 or 800.966.1836 to reserve your seat today!
For the Little Ones
Check out Prairie Tykes for ages 2-5.
October 10–16, 2009
Experience a rare opportunity to work closely with some of the nation's best craftsmen. Small class sizes in well-equipped facilities allow you to develop skills from basic to advanced.
Pottery Basics
Tuesdays, February 17-March 24; 7-8:30 pm
$170/person ($155/member) Reservations required.
Get your hands dirty practicing wheel thrown pottery and glazing techniques. Receive personalized instruction from Conner Prairie potters from your own wheel workstation. Class is adaptable to beginner or advanced students. All materials are included in the class fee. Ages 14 and older.
Pottery Basics
Wednesdays, October 21-November 25; 7-8:30 pm
$170/person ($155/member) Reservations required.
Get your hands dirty practicing wheel thrown pottery and glazing techniques. Receive personalized instruction from Conner Prairie potters from your own wheel workstation. Class is adaptable to beginner or advanced students. All materials are included in the class fee. Ages 14 and older.
Pottery for Youth
Thurs., March 5; 6:30-8 pm
$60/person ($55/member) Reservations required.
Learn to sculpt or form basic clay formations, or try your hand at the wheel. Receive personalized instruction from Conner Prairie potters and your own wheel workstation. Perfect for working towards completion of a scout merit badge or starting on a 4-H project. All materials are included in the class fee.
Pottery for Youth
Thurs., October 29; 6:30-8 pm
$60/person ($55/member) Reservations required.
Learn to sculpt or form basic clay formations, or try your hand at the wheel. Receive personalized instruction from Conner Prairie potters and your own wheel workstation. Perfect for working towards completion of a scout merit badge or starting on a 4-H project. All materials are included in the class fee.
Pottery Decorative Techniques for Redware
Mon., October 12; 7-9 pm
$60/person ($55/member) Reservations required.
Learn how to lay a design, glaze and carve on Pennsylvania German and Early New England redware. Take home an heirloom piece of pottery to cherish for a lifetime. All materials are included in the class fee.
Spinning Basics
Thurs., October 8; 6-9 pm
$40/person ($35/member) Reservations required.
From sheep wool to yarn, learn the basics of wool preparation. Make your own yarn from Conner Prairie’s Dorset sheep. Help prepare the wool, twist the fibers and use a drop spindle. This experience will inspire and give you an appreciation of the ingenuity of our ancestors. All materials are included in the class fee.
Spinning Basics
Thurs., November 12; 6-9 pm
$40 (Members $35) Reservations required.
From sheep wool to yarn, learn the basics of wool preparation. Make your own yarn from Conner Prairie’s Dorset sheep. Help prepare the wool, twist the fibers and use a drop spindle. This experience will inspire and give you an appreciation of the ingenuity of our ancestors. All materials are included in the class fee.
Blacksmithing Basics
Mondays, October 26-November 30; 6:30-9:30 pm
$200/person ($180/member) Reservations required.
Through a series of projects like hooks, chain links and cooking utensils, embrace the tradition of hand blacksmithing and bench-work techniques. You will learn to tend a fire, draw out, upset, weld, file and finish. All materials are included in the class fee. Ages 16 and older.
Blacksmithing Knife Making
Wednesdays, November 4-December 9; 6:30-9:30 pm
$195/person ($175/member) Reservations required.
Experience the art of knife making in Conner Prairie’s state of the art blacksmithing facilities. Explore steel selection, hand forging, filing and finishing, heat-treatment, handle selection and fitting. Some hand tools are required. Ages 16 and older.
Pottery Holiday Class
Wed., December 2; 10 am-12 pm
$65/person ($55/member) Reservations required.
If you’re looking for a unique holiday gift idea for that hard to please person, join the Conner Prairie potters for a day of fun! Receive individual instruction on wheel thrown pottery and glazes. Construct a bowl or vase, choose your favorite glaze and create the perfect handmade gift. All materials are included in the class fee. Ages 14 and older.
Blacksmithing for Youth
Wednesdays, October 21 & 28; 6:30-8:30 pm
$110/person ($100/member) Reservations required.
Gain a new appreciation for traditional blacksmithing while constructing your own wall hook and nail. Explore the tools, technology and terminology of basic blacksmithing in Conner Prairie’s well-equipped facilities. All materials are included in the class fee. Ages 12–16.
Weaving Basics
Sat. & Sun., November 7 & 8; 9 am-5 pm
$220/person ($200/member) Reservations required.
Learn the basics of weaving on a four-harness loom from Conner Prairie’s textile specialists. Using natural-dyed wool, design and prepare a warp, dress a loom and learn simple weaving techniques. Take home a one-of-a-kind handmade scarf. All materials are included in the class fee.
Holiday Ornament Decoration
Sat., November 14; 9 am-12 pm
$40/person ($35/member) Reservations required.
Get in the holiday spirit! Join our textile specialist for a fun-filled look at Penny Rug décor. Make your own Penny Rug pincushion to add to your holiday decorations. All materials are included in the class fee.