Hudson River Maritime Museum
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The Hudson River Maritime Museum, located on the historic Rondout waterfront, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the maritime heritage of the Hudson River and its tributaries and teaching residents about these facets. With a collection of historical artifacts, educational programs, and annual exhibits, the museum offers a unique glimpse into the region's rich maritime history.
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Voyager Summer Youth Camp
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Set sail for a summer of hands-on adventure with a unique program combining sailing, boat building, and STEAM activities. Young participants will explore the Hudson River, develop woodworking skills, and engage in history, crafts, and games led by expert instructors. With a mix of on-the-water experiences and interactive learning, this program fosters teamwork, creativity, and a love for maritime heritage.
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Make Your Own Firewood Rack
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Keep warm this winter with your very own self-made storage rack to hold your firewood and kindling. Firewood racks keep wood accessible and off the ground and help reduce your supply's risk of moisture and pests. In this hands-on class, students will gain new skills measuring, cutting, and assembling a wooden structure to stack logs and kindling during the cold months. Students will go home with a new piece of furniture to help them keep...
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Build a Custom Shelf
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Transform a bare wall into a showcase with a custom-designed shelf you build yourself. This beginner-friendly workshop covers essential woodworking skills, including design, layout, tool use, and assembly. Learn to account for load capacity, wall-stud spacing, and material choice while creating a functional and stylish piece. Perfect for those ready to craft with confidence.
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$231
DIY Turning: Dishes from Offcuts
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of woodturning as you transform dried wood scraps into beautiful, functional pieces. Learn safe lathe operation, proper cutting techniques, and the fundamentals of turning as you shape plates, bowls, and more. Guided by a professional wood turner, you’ll gain hands-on experience and essential skills to bring your creative vision to life. No prior experience needed!
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$220
Make a Wooden Pen
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of woodworking as you learn to create your own exquisite wooden pens in this hands-on class. No prior experience is needed as our instructor guides you through every step, providing tips and tricks along the way. Choose from a variety of exotic and domestic woods to make a beautiful, lasting object.
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Build Your Own Stand Up Paddleboard
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
In this 4-day class instructor Chaz Corallo will guide students as they construct a wooden stand up paddleboard. Each student will start with a preassembled frame kit ready for board construction. They will build up the rails from bead and cove strips, add a deck, install hardware, and shape the board. By the end of the class each board will be ready for fiberglassing and finishing. Included in the seesion is instruction and demonstration...
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Power Tools Intensive: Build A Workbench
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Learn how to build your own personalized workbench and develop basic shop tool skills in this hands-on woodworking course. Join woodworker Max Smith as he guides you through bench vice selection, installation, and custom sizing. Note: You must meet prerequisite of taking the Foundation of Woodworking course or possessing equivalent experience.
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Build a Treadle Lathe
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Join veteran woodworker, blacksmith, and artist Vince Sanborn to build your own foot-powered lathe. Ideal for intermediate woodworkers familiar with basic power and hand tools, this class offers a safer alternative to electric lathes. Using bicycle gears and human power, it's responsive and adjustable for beginners yet powerful for experts. Learn to measure, mark, cut, and assemble your lathe from scratch. Materials fee covers all necessary parts.
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Building & Sailing Boats (Ages 10-17)
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Introduce your child to the world of woodworking, boatbuilding, and sailing in this immersive 4-day course. Young people ages 10-17 will gain teamwork, self-confidence, and independence as they learn to build and sail Optimist Pram sailboats. Mornings are spent mastering woodworking skills in a professional woodshop, while afternoons focus on sailing techniques with US Sailing Certified instructors. By the end of the course, students will proudly launch a sailboat they helped build.
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Square Rule Timber Framing
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Immerse yourself in the craft of timber framing with master woodworker Wayne Ford. You'll plan and execute a post-and-beam structure, mastering mortise and tenon joinery while constructing a complete frame. This hybrid course caters to both beginners and those seeking to refine their skills, offering hands-on experience in a collaborative setting.
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Ancient Traditions: Making Drums, Buckskin, and Leather
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Step into timeless traditions as you transform animal skins into resonant drums, soft buckskin, and durable leather. Guided by an experienced maker, you’ll learn hands-on techniques for preparing hides, shaping wood, and lacing drums. Conclude your journey by creating a personal hand drum, a meaningful connection to ancient craft and sound.
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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.
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Build a Shaker-Style End Table
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Build a classic piece of furniture while sharpening your woodworking skills. From selecting lumber and precise measuring to mastering joinery, glue-ups, and finishes, you will get hands-on experience with essential techniques. Walk away with new confidence in your craft and a beautifully functional table you built yourself.
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Beginner Woodcarving
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Get the basics of woodcarving down in this practical, hands-on workshop. You will practice carving techniques, learn to handle the tools, and discover how grain and species affect each piece. Whether you follow a design or carve freely, you will work with a curated selection of quality woods. A great introduction for first-time carvers.
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$178
Introduction to Chair Caning
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the traditional art of chair caning in this hands-on class. Learn the seven-step process of weaving cane seats, and bring your own chair or canoe seat to recane. Don't miss this opportunity to master a timeless craft.
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$179
Square Rule Timber Framing 2
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Expand your knowledge of timber framing and gain hands-on experience in constructing a square rule, post-and-beam structure. Join us at the HRMM campus as we assemble mortise and tenon joints, join structural frames, and add finishing touches to create a stunning building. All skill levels are welcome.
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Youth Woodworking Week 1: Build a Tool Box (Ages 12-16)
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Introduce your child to the fundamentals of woodworking with expert Wayne Ford. In Week 1, students will build their own toolbox, learning to use tools like the band saw, table saw, and drill press. With small classes of 8 participants, each student receives personalized attention, mastering skills from layout to finishing. They’ll take home a completed project, fostering confidence and pride in their workmanship.
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Youth Woodworking Week 2: Make a Stool & Band Saw Spoon (Ages 12-16)
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Introduce your child to woodworking with Wayne Ford, where they’ll master shop safety, measuring, and tool care. In Week 2, students will create a bandsaw spoon and a stool, using tools like the band saw, marking gauge, and chisel. With small class sizes of 8, each student receives personalized attention and takes home a completed project, building confidence and craftsmanship.
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Youth Woodworking Week 3: Build a Bandsaw Box & Do Nothing Machine (Ages 12-16)
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Introduce your child to the world of woodworking with expert Wayne Ford, guiding them through the essentials of shop safety, measuring, and tool care. In Week 3, students will craft a bandsaw box and a do-nothing machine, mastering both power and hand tools. With only 8 participants per class, each student receives personalized instruction and takes home a completed project, fostering confidence and craftsmanship.
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Youth Woodworking Week 4: Make a Half Hull Boat Model (Ages 12-16)
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Unlock the art of woodworking with expert guidance from Wayne Ford, as youths ages 12-16 learn shop safety, measuring, layout, and tool care. In Week 4, students will craft their own half hull boat model, honing precision and hand-eye coordination with tools like the band saw and chisel. Limited to 8 participants, each class ensures personalized attention, culminating in a finished project to take home.
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Reviews of Hudson River Maritime Museum
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Beginner Woodcarving
I signed my husband and me up for this course as a surprise birthday gift for him, and it was a blast! Vince was great at showing us the ropes, offering guidance when we needed it, and also letting us do our own thing. It felt like a day at the shop with friends. We're looking forward to more classes here in the future, and definitely recommend this class to anyone interested in learning about woodcarving. -
Furniture Restoration and Repair
Max was so knowledgeable, helpful and kind. He went above and beyond. The class was very spacious with lots of tools. I’ve learned so much in just two days. I wish I could have done this class every weekend! -
Intro to Whittling
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Beginner Woodcarving
It was so much fun! Vince, the instructor was patient and explained things when I asked so many questions! It was my first time wood carving and I made a hippo! All tools and materials were provided. Everybody was positive and supportive. I am definitely taking another class there. -
Wooden Spoon Carving
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Wooden Spoon Carving
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DIY Turning: Dishes from Offcuts
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Beginner Woodcarving
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Introduction to Chair Caning
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Introduction to Chair Caning
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Furniture Restoration and Repair
Great environment for learning and working at ease with the right tools, supplies, and instructions. -
Make a Live Edge Coffee Table
Great instructor who made the learning process very easy and was there to assist throughout the journey of building your live edge table. -
Make a Wooden Pen
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Boat Owners Series: Basics of Epoxy
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Wooden Spoon Carving
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Wooden Spoon Carving
The first session was so much fun! Due to poor weather, the second session has been rescheduled. The rescheduling process was painless - we were all emailed and given a few possible reschedule dates. I really enjoy the pace of the class day, the size of the group, and the instruction from Kate was so warm, welcoming, and informative. -
Make a Live Edge Coffee Table
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Build Your Own Adirondack Chair
A well organized class that taught several woodworking skills with a variety of tools. The best part is taking home a great chair you made yourself. There is a fair amount of pre-work done to make the class move along smoothly. It is easy to move at your own pace and the instructor is hepful and can recognize when learners need more or less assistance -
Furniture Restoration and Repair
Really great. I learned so much and realized how much patience is a part of restoration. Our teacher Max was terrific. Each project went home stronger and fresher than how it came into class. I really enjoyed the weekend. -
Furniture Restoration and Repair
