Wood Chips & Wooden Spoons: Woodturners Workshop

About this experience

It’s hard not to fall in love with the aroma of fresh wood chips and the sights of the St. Mary’s River through the shop's window. With our Heritage Artisan, discover the sense of pride you get in using traditional tools and techniques to create your very own family heirloom. Woodturner, Marley Langille, welcomes you to experience the joy, frustrations and imagination of the woodturning shop while she guides you in making your very own wooden spoon.

This experience includes:

• 6-hour workshop with the heritage Artisan; plus 45 minute lunch break and 15-minute afternoon break


• 10% discount to McDaniel's Tea Room


• Demonstration and hands-on learning session with Artisan


• Your very own piece of history to take home with you

To make the most of this experiene, we suggest planning ahead. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

• Please arrive by 9:45am and check-in at the Visitor Reception Centre. Staff will direct you to the Woodturning Shop


• Participants are welcome to bring their own packed lunch or enjoy lunch at the Tea Room with your discount


• For safety reasons, wear closed toed shoed and pants. Aprons will be issued by the Woodturner


• This experience will place rain or shine


• Bring a water bottle; refill stations are available on site.

Dates:  Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance

Price: $150.00 per person (+HST). 

*Participants must be age 16 and up. Maximum capacity for this workshop is 3 people. All tools and materials are provided for use during the program.

Cancellation policy: 

Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior are non-refundable. Participants will be notified, when possible, 48 hours in advance if experience is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.

Late arrivals will not be allotted additional time for their workshop. There is no guarantee that the product will be completed by the end of the workshop.

For more information, call 1-902-522-2400 or Toll Free 1-888-743-7845.

FAQs

1. 
   Is the Woodturning Shop wheel-chair accessible?Yes, the Woodturning Shop is wheel-chair accessible. Please notify the Village of any accessibility needs when booking the workshop to ensure the Artisan can make any necessary adjustments to the space.


2. 
   Can I take pictures during the workshop?Absolutely! We would love for you to document your experience. If you are so inclined, we would also love for you to tag us @sherbrookevillagemuseum when sharing on social media. Thank you for any sharing and promotion you can provide.


3. 
   What if I arrive late for my workshop?We understand sometimes the buggy can get stuck in the mud. If you think you are going to be late, please send us a message to let us know.