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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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.
Sat. Mar 13th, 8am–5pm ET
(9 hours)
Intermediate Table Saw
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Elevate your woodworking by unlocking the full versatility of the table saw. Refine your accuracy with dimensioned cuts, angled cuts, and precision joinery such as tenons, dadoes, rabbets, and box joints. Explore essential jigs and advanced techniques that boost efficiency and craftsmanship in every project.
Jan 5th
6–9pm ET
$100
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Jul 1st
6–9pm ET
$100
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Tue. Jan 5th, 6–9pm ET
(3 hours)
Pine Bark Basket Making
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Explore the art of traditional basket weaving using natural pine bark to create functional, handcrafted pieces. Learn how bark is prepared for weaving, then apply these techniques to make small and medium-sized baskets that can also serve as bags or wallets. This beginner-friendly workshop offers a creative introduction to working with natural materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Sat. Feb 27th, 9am–5pm ET
(8 hours)
Wood Finishing Basics
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Elevate your woodworking projects with expert finishing techniques. Work through a range of stains and finishes, including polyurethane, Danish oil, and French polish, while learning surface preparation and application methods. Build confidence in bringing out wood's natural beauty for polished, professional-level results.
Mar 9th
6–9pm ET
$178
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Jun 8th
6–9pm ET
$178
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Tue. Mar 9th, 6–9pm ET
(3 hours)
Make a Live Edge Floating Shelf
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Craft a striking, gravity-defying shelf that brings out the natural character of live edge wood. Discover how to shape, smooth, and finish your chosen piece using core woodworking tools and techniques. This hands-on experience blends creativity with practical know-how, leading to a beautiful accent piece or thoughtful handmade gift.
Sat. Apr 10th, 9am–5pm ET
(8 hours)
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.
Sat. Apr 24th, 10am–5pm ET
(7 hours)
Intermediate Weaving: Josephine Knot Basket
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Refine your basketry skills by crafting an open, ribbed basket featuring the intricate Josephine knot. This hands-on experience focuses on advanced weaving techniques using multi-colored reed and structured staves. Designed for those with prior experience, it offers both technical depth and creative expression. Leave with a functional, beautifully detailed piece suited for everyday use.
Sun. May 23rd, 9am–5pm ET
(8 hours)
Make a Cheese Slicer & Charcuterie Board
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Craft two handcrafted serving essentials from a selection of beautiful wood species. Design your own pattern, laminate and shape the boards, then refine them through careful sanding and finishing before adding hardware for a polished result. Suitable for beginners, this hands-on experience blends creativity with foundational woodworking techniques to produce functional, heirloom-quality pieces.
Jun 11th
6–8pm ET
Meets 2 Times
$178
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Fri. Jun 11th, 6–8pm ET
(4 hours over 2 sessions)
Basket Weaving with Invasive Plants
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of basket weaving while exploring the natural world around you. Learn to identify invasive plant species, prepare fibers for weaving, and craft a functional basket using time-honored techniques. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on experience connects creativity with sustainability, giving you skills to work with a variety of natural materials.
Sat. Jul 17th, 9am–5pm ET
(8 hours)
Beginner Carving: Comfort Birds
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Explore the art of hand carving while creating a small wooden sculpture designed to fit comfortably in your hands. Learn essential carving techniques, tool handling, and how wood grain and different species influence the creative process. Choose from a variety of woods and add personal touches with paint to make your finished piece uniquely yours.
Sat. Feb 13th, 10am–4pm ET
(6 hours)
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Needle Felted Barn Owl Portrait
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Barn owls are an important part of the ecosystem in a variety of habitats throughout New York state. Come and learn how to create your own needle felted barn owl portrait in a supportive and relaxing environment. In this beginner-friendly workshop, Erin will guide you step-by-step as you create a three-dimensional form that will be felted directly onto a sheet of wool felt in the color of your choice. You will be introduced to a variety of tools...
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$100
Build Your Own Acoustic Guitar
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Unleash your inner musician as you master the art of crafting your a custom acoustic guitar under the guidance of skilled luthier Bill Sterling. Discover the secret behind the creation of these beloved instruments and take your playing to new heights with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Beginners welcome!
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Group/Family Boatbuilding Class: Carolina Skiff
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Come join us for this hands-on boatbuilding course designed for families and/or friends to work as a team building a Carolina Skiff from start to finish. This is a unique opportunity to work with a master woodworker and shipwright, Wayne Ford, whose experience includes participating in the restoration of the sloop Woody Guthrie and the sloop Clearwater. Wayne will lead this course over three full days, teaching your team how to work together to...
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Skin-on-Frame Adirondack Guideboat
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Experience a master class in building the iconic Adirondack guideboat with expert Jon Richer. Learn the complete process, from design to construction, of this fast and stable craft.
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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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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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Group/Family Build: Toy Boxes & Shapes
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Join master woodworker Bob Boisvert at the Hudson River Maritime Museum for a fun and creative woodworking class. Create beautiful, handmade wooden toys for your loved ones while learning essential woodworking techniques. No experience necessary - beginners are welcome!
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$215
Make Your Own Spokeshave
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
In this one-day beginner woodworking class, you will learn how to carve a spokeshave handle customized to your hands from professional woodworker Luis Rosado. You can choose the handle shape that works for you, and the type wood based on how you'd like it to look. After learning and practicing shaping and carving techniques with a band saw, block plane, and hand carving tools, you'll leave the class with a tool that is the right size, shape, and...
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$230
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
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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How to Chair Repair: Chair Caning
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How to Chair Repair: 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
