Adirondack Folk School

Apr 4

Teaching the arts, crafts and heritage of the Adirondacks.

The Adirondack Folk School began over 10 years ago with the goal of preserving and sharing the history and culture of the Adirondacks. Today it’s a vibrant learning space for a wide variety of pursuits, including:

Bakery
Blacksmithing
Ceramics
Cooking
Fiber Arts
Glass Arts
Jewelry
Music
Photography
Rustic Furnture
Woodworking

The classes will spark your interest in expanding your talents and expressing your creativity. Check out the Adirondack Folk School’s calendar to see the robust offerings from this amazing institution.

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