Forman School Riddle of Steel 2020

In this winterim we will explore the history and practice of metalworking from a hands-on, practical perspective.

Working with the experts at Dragon’s Breath Forge, the students will build their repertoire of metal-working skills over the first week, and will individually complete a number of simple, practical household items. During that same week the students will see a working forge at Old Sturbridge Village to gain connection to the historical place of metalworking in day-to-day life.

During the second week, the students will focus on the more specialized skill of blade-smithing. The students will see examples of larger blades being forged, and will complete a small, practical cutting tool of their own. During this week the students will also travel to see the Higgins Armory collection to see examples of the evolution of the arts of blade-smithing and armoring.

Please explore the site to see the daily schedule, descriptions of the places we will be, student academic and safety expectations, and the blog reviewing the general experiences of the students.