Old Mill Blacksmith Shop

11/06/2025

Looking for a meaningful Christmas gift? Skip the shopping stress and give an experience they’ll never forget!

At The Old Mill Museum, we offer a 3-hour blacksmithing class for just $75 — the perfect gift for that hard-to-buy-for person who already has everything.

They’ll learn hands-on skills in a historic setting and walk away with more than just a souvenir — they’ll have a story to tell.

Give the gift of craftsmanship and memory-making this holiday season.

Buy a gift certificate at the Old Mill Museum on Saturdays 10am-2pm, or PM us here for more details.

08/22/2025

For the last month, it’s been almost as hot outside as a blacksmith’s forge! (Well, slight exaggeration). But the weather is getting reasonable again. Assuming the rain holds off, the blacksmith will be back in action on Saturday August 23 10am-2pm at the Ortonville Community Historical Society and Old Mill Museum!

08/02/2025

The Blacksmith Shop will be open with public demonstrations from 10am to 2pm today, Saturday August 2nd.

06/17/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86sGjqqtBek

My hometown of Ortonville, Michigan is dedicated to preserving its rich history.In today’s story, I visited the Old Mill Blacksmith Shop, a local treasure wh...

05/31/2025

Hot off the forge today ... Candle holders

05/23/2025

Register for this program at Brandon Township Public Library, either on their website or by calling the front desk.

05/08/2025

The weather is looking good for Saturday - come visit the shop and see the smiths in action!

04/19/2025

Don is the first blacksmith student of the new season! He did a great job making S-hooks, J-hooks and drive hooks.

11/18/2024

Christmas tree ornaments made at the Blacksmith Shop

11/14/2024

The Blacksmith will be working the forge this Saturday, November 16th between 10am and 2pm. Come see the shop!

10/12/2024

We’ll be open and forging during Witches’ Night between 3pm and 9pm tonight!

09/08/2024

Made at the shop this weekend… a slide-action gate latch.