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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Make a Three-Legged Stool
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Craft your own three-legged stool while mastering essential woodworking techniques. Learn to design, turn, and assemble each component using a lathe, with expert guidance on joinery, grain alignment, and tool safety. From shaping tapered legs to fitting precise mortise and tenon joints, gain hands-on experience in traditional furniture making. Leave with a handcrafted stool, ready for finishing at home.
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$220
How To: Splint Weaving
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Explore the timeless craft of splint weaving as you create a beautifully hand-woven seat. Learn fundamental weaving techniques using natural fiber splint materials to restore a chair or craft a footstool from a pre-assembled base. Guided by expert instruction, you’ll gain the skills to transform furniture with durable, intricate patterns—perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their technique.
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How to Take Lines and Make a Boat Plan
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Learn the essential skills to document and replicate a boat’s design by capturing its lines. Explore traditional and modern techniques to create a detailed lines drawing, a crucial step in boat building, restoration, and archival research. Gain hands-on experience with both analog methods and digital tools to translate hull measurements into accurate plans for study, modeling, or construction.
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$204
Introduction to Lofting
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Explore the foundational skill of lofting and learn how boat designs come to life. Guided by an expert shipwright, you'll take part in the full-scale layout of a traditional wooden boat, transforming drawings into precise patterns and molds. Gain hands-on experience and the knowledge needed to loft your own vessel with confidence.
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$231
Adirondack Backpack Weaving
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Master the art of Adirondack backpack weaving with expert guidance from Sue Muldoon. Create a lightweight, hands-free pack that’s perfect for daily essentials and market trips, crafted to fit snugly in a canoe’s curve. Gain foundational weaving skills, including over/under weaving, twining, and rimming, opening the door to future projects in various sizes and styles.
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$204
Intermediate Weaving: Ribbed Egg Basket
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Take your basketry further by weaving a traditional Appalachian ribbed basket using hoops and time-honored methods. Get comfortable with advanced structural approaches like the God's Eye and ribbed framing while shaping a piece you can put to use at home. Add accent colors of your choice and head home with a versatile, finished vessel.
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$250
Boat Owners Series: Basics of Epoxy
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Learn the essentials of working with epoxy, from proper mixing techniques to its many uses in boat repair and construction. Discover how this versatile material can seal, bond, and reinforce a variety of surfaces. Ideal for boat owners, DIYers, and makers alike, this hands-on session explores both marine and creative applications.
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$69
Intro to Whittling
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of shaping wood with simple tools and timeless techniques. Learn how to work with different types of wood, understand grain, and practice foundational carving skills. Guided by an experienced woodworker, you’ll create with confidence while exploring the beauty and character of natural materials.
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$165
Pumpkin Carving
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Join Ohio artist Deane Arnold for a very special Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day class to learn how to carve a pumpkin. Deane is one of the most recognized and imitated pumpkin artists in the world, and will show you the tips and tricks of his unique carving style, which results in incredibly realistic and lifelike creatures. In addition to the three-hour afternoon class from 3 to 6 PM, Deane will be available for an extra hour after to help...
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$165
Setup and Care of Your Electric Guitar
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Join veteran player and guitar repair guru Kevin Thomson for this two-day class that will cover all of the basics and best practices of how to set up your electric guitar to suit you, and how to maintain it. Kevin has toured extensively in the United States and Europe for over three decades and will share his experience and practical know-how to provide a solid foundational sense of how all the parts and variables of a guitar can work together for...
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Holiday Group/Family Build: Toy Blocks
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Get into the holiday spirit and create unique, handcrafted toys for your loved ones at the Hudson River Maritime Museum's Wooden Boat School. Join professional woodworker Kates Hawes in a one-day woodworking class where you'll learn basic skills and make toy blocks out of wood. No experience necessary - beginners are welcome!
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$190
Build a Picture Frame
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Learn the art of creating durable, heirloom-quality wooden picture frames using the corner spline joinery technique in this intermediate-level course. Discover how to cut, assemble, and finish frames, as well as professionally mount artwork, photographs, or mementos. Unlock the secrets to crafting stunning wall-mounted frames that make unique and personalized gifts.
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$243
Window Repair Clinic
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of restoring traditional sash windows with expert guidance. Learn to troubleshoot stuck or drafty windows, improve energy efficiency with proper hardware and weatherstripping, and master basic glass repair and glazing techniques. Preserve the craftsmanship of older windows while enhancing your home's insulation and charm.
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$165
Intro to Spindle Turning
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of spindle turning with expert guidance in this hands-on woodturning class. Learn essential techniques, from tool sharpening to lathe operation, while mastering the use of gouges, parting tools, and skews. Develop precision and creativity as you shape beads, coves, and columns, gaining the skills to bring your own woodworking designs to life.
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$193
Build a Pair of Sawhorses
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Create a pair of durable, weather-resistant sawhorses tailored to your needs while building foundational woodworking skills. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on experience teaches you to craft versatile tools that can serve as a base for future projects. Elevate your DIY capabilities with this practical and rewarding workshop.
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Broom Making
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the traditional craft of hand broom making using natural broomcorn. Learn to create whisk, cake-tester, Turkey Wing, and Hen's Wing styles while mastering wrapping techniques that shape and embellish each piece. This hands-on workshop combines history, function, and artistry in every sweep.
Sun. Nov 16th, 9am–5pm ET
(8 hours)
Make a Pine Bark Basket
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of basket weaving using natural pine bark in this hands-on workshop. You'll learn how to prepare bark and craft a functional, medium-sized basket from start to finish. Perfect for beginners, this session offers a grounding introduction to traditional techniques and materials.
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$191
Coil Basket Weaving
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the craft of coil basket weaving using natural materials like pine needles, embroidery floss, and yarn. Learn to prepare plant fibers and build a basket of your own unique design. Built for beginners, this workshop introduces versatile weaving techniques that translate across various fibers. Bring out your creativity in this hands-on fiber arts experience.
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$176
Girls Spring Break Boatbuilding Class
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Experience the thrill of building your own boat alongside a team of like-minded girls. Learn from a master woodworker as you construct the compact, versatile Kingston Pram rowboat. Don't miss this chance to celebrate Women's History Month and create something truly memorable.
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$150
Basic Fiberglass Boat Repair
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Learn practical techniques for restoring fiberglass boats through a hands-on, skills-focused experience. Participants build confidence in damage assessment, surface preparation, resin application, and finishing methods while working on real vessels. Built for beginners, the session emphasizes safe materials handling and durable, professional-quality repairs.
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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
