Vista Forge

Vista Forge Hands-on blacksmithing education at the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum in Vista, California. What's going on at Vista Forge?

Changes to class schedules, special events, museum happenings, CBA events, etc. Did you make something cool in your last class? See something inspirational on a trip? Post it here to share with the rest of the gang!

January Classes and Events at Vista Forge -
12/21/2025

January Classes and Events at Vista Forge -

Advanced:the tried-and-true Smith and Striker method to produce a sculpture that will be auctioned off at the Spring Conference in Vista.

December Classes and Events at Vista Forge -
11/28/2025

December Classes and Events at Vista Forge -

November Classes and Events at Vista Forge -
10/28/2025

November Classes and Events at Vista Forge -

Instructor Julie Montgomery Beginner’s Hand built Pottery: A 2-session class, approximately 5 hours per session. In session one, you will learn how to shape and mold clay by hand into your choice of items such as a bowl, plate, cup, or patio candle holder.

Malaysian Parang Class by Ben Abbott -
10/07/2025

Malaysian Parang Class by Ben Abbott -

October Classes and Events at Vista Forge -
09/29/2025

October Classes and Events at Vista Forge -

Instructor Julie Montgomery Beginner’s Hand built Pottery: A 2-session class, approximately 5 hours per session. In session one, you will learn how to shape and mold clay by hand into your choice of items such as a bowl, plate, cup, or patio candle holder.

September Classes and Events at Vista Forge -
08/22/2025

September Classes and Events at Vista Forge -

August Classes and Events at Vista Forge -
07/26/2025

August Classes and Events at Vista Forge -

July Classes and Events at Vista Forge -
06/21/2025

July Classes and Events at Vista Forge -

May Classes and Events at Vista Forge -
05/27/2025

May Classes and Events at Vista Forge -

Saturday Level 1 Class – Letter OpenerBlacksmith Barn - $30 Coal & Materials FeeSaturday, April 5, 2025 - 9am - Instruct...
03/27/2025

Saturday Level 1 Class – Letter Opener
Blacksmith Barn - $30 Coal & Materials Fee
Saturday, April 5, 2025 - 9am - Instructor David Gottfredson

Learn to forge a decorative and useful letter opener. The handle design and blade shape is up to you! Makes a good gift!

You must have completed our Blacksmith 101 course and have an active museum membership to participate.

Level 1 Class – Letter OpenerBlacksmith Barn - $20 Coal & Materials FeeSaturday, April 5, 2024 - 9am - Instructor: David...
03/24/2025

Level 1 Class – Letter Opener
Blacksmith Barn - $20 Coal & Materials Fee
Saturday, April 5, 2024 - 9am - Instructor: David Gottfredson

Learn to forge a sturdy letter opener. A good chance to perfect your double-bevel techniques!

You must have completed our Blacksmith 101 course and have an active museum membership to participate.

Address

Vista Forge
Vista, CA

Opening Hours

Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

Website

https://www.calsmith.org/event-4847459

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