2025 Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration with special presentation Celebrating the Semiquincentennial of the American Revolution in Loudoun County By Abigail Zurfluh, Historic Preservation Director Thursday, April 10, 2025, 6:15 pm at the Waterford Old School 40222 Fairfax Street, Waterford, Virginia Welcome Reception 5:30 -6:15 pm Join us as we celebrate the successes of […]
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**Private Event** To learn more or to schedule one of our educational field trips click here.
Learn the art of marbling on fabric and paper, creating intricate designs using carrageenan size and acrylic paints. Over two days, you'll master techniques like Swirl and Peacock, and create unique pieces perfect for framing or crafting.
Learn the art of ecoprinting on silk and wool by imprinting botanical images using natural leaves, plants, and flowers. Students will create two ecoprinted scarves and gain the skills to continue this sustainable art form at home.
This class explores warp-weighted weaving from the Viking Age, covering its history, regional techniques, and examples. Students will have hands-on time to create their own woven sample, which could be used as a scarf or table runner. A follow-up class, "The Warp Weighted Loom: The Next Steps," will be offered in June.
This two-part workshop covers wire and bead jewelry making, where students will learn to select wire for various projects and create earrings, along with an adjustable ring. The resin session, […]
In this one-day course, you'll learn basic spoon-carving techniques, including selecting trees, breaking down logs, and using an axe, straight knife, and hook knife to carve your own spoon. By the end, you'll gain the skills, confidence, and reference materials to continue carving, along with an appreciation for the therapeutic nature of the craft. This […]
Students will explore the history of stained glass and learn the fundamentals of designing and constructing a stained glass panel. Using colored glass, copper foil, and soldering techniques, they will create their own unique project to take home and enjoy for years to come.
Come experience the Waterford National Historic Landmark and the natural environment of this historic village as a skilled docent leads you through some of the beautiful historic gardens of the […]