Blacksmith Shop Open
Next: Friday, April 17, 2026
Runs until Friday, April 24, 2026 (See all dates)
- Time
- 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Venue
- Blandford Nature Center, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504
- Price
- FREE w/BNC membership or $5 paid admission
Come explore our historical 19th century Blacksmith Shop.
More Information (91.3 WCSG is not responsible for external websites)
Come explore our historical 19th century Blacksmith Shop. On Fridays, a volunteer blacksmith will be giving live demonstrations of how metal is transformed into useful objects at the forge. If their work inspires you, consider signing up for one of our Blacksmith 101 programs!
FREE with admission to the nature center or your membership.
Please note: These hours are subject to change if there is a field trip using the Blacksmith Shop.
FREE with admission to the nature center or your membership.
Please note: These hours are subject to change if there is a field trip using the Blacksmith Shop.
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Venue
Blandford Nature Center
1715 Hillburn Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI
49504
Dates
The event runs from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on the following dates.
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