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In November 2023, North House raised the timbers for the new Welcome Center on Highway 61. This project was lead by timber frame instructors Peter Henrikson and Tom Healy. Learn more at northhouse.org/framing-the-future Drone and interview footage by Matthew Baxley of Bear Witness Media Music by The Great North Sound Society

It’s hard to believe a quarter century has passed since the creation of North House Folk School. There are more than a few stories to share about the vision, values, volumes of work and little bit of luck that have breathed life into this place. Join school founders Mark Hansen and Tom Healy, as well as founding board member Tim Cochrane to recount the early days of the folk school. Lots of lau...

Slöjd, the Scandinavian concept that brought handcraft into everyday life and education, is Magnus Sundelin's life's work. A passionate, green woodworker, tool maker, and teacher from northern Sweden, Magnus joins us virtually for this insightful conversation facilitated by Jarrod Dahl. Enjoy learning about Magnus’ history, journey, and philosophy, as well as his carving style and forging work....

Join us virtually for an exploration of Japanese carpentry with Jeff Bearce. Jeff began practicing Japanese woodworking in the San Francisco Bay area twenty-two years ago at Joinery Structures. He is currently the principal at 3 Sticks Design Build, which specializes in traditional Japanese structures and furnishings. He also works with Kezurou-kai USA to promote Japanese carpentry in the U.S. ...

Transport yourself to the Pemaquid Peninsula in midcoast Maine and soak in this inspiring virtual presentation by Kenneth and Angela Kortemeier, co-founders of the Maine Coast Craft School. Kenneth and Angela will share about their off-the-grid lifestyle, discuss ideas around attempting to create an ethical business, and talk about what it means to them to teach handcrafts and encourage communi...

As one of the world's oldest forms of craft, quilting has shown up in garments and blankets throughout history and in all parts of the world. Aesthetics have been both specific to cultures and universally recognizable throughout history as quilting practices have evolved and spread. From common quilt block patterns to applique images to embroidered text, quilts hold stories and meaning both in ...

We are so pleased to be joined by the inimitable Annemor Sundbø for a detailed discussion of the Norwegian Spelsau sheep. The wool from this ancient breed is known to fiber enthusiasts the world over for its unique properties and significance in Viking and Norwegian history. northhouse.org/crafting-in-place/norwegian-spelsau-reflections-on-lustrous-wool

Tina Sovkina is a cultural teacher and advocate for the Kola Saami people, whose homeland is in the far north-western reaches of Russia. She will share stories and images of the traditional dress and textile practices of the indigenous people of the Arctic, as well as her efforts to promote, protect and preserve the culture of her people. northhouse.org/crafting-in-place/saami-textile-tradition...

with Dinara Chochunbaeva Felt making of Kyrgyz people has ancient roots, and is known to exist as early as the first millennium BC, when a variety of products, processing methods and patterns evolved. Contemporary craftsmen, producing felt items for local, touristic and international markets, work individually and within community based coops. In 2012 UNESCO inscribed the traditional knowledge ...

with Madeline Kreider Carlson In rural villages in the highlands of Guatemala that are renowned for their weaving traditions, 57 Maya women artists create original works of fiber art from a surprising recycled material. Using cast-off secondhand garments (mostly t-shirts), the artists of Multicolores create hooked rugs and embroideries that are evocative, original, and deeply rooted in Maya tra...

northhouse.org/crafting-in-place/fiber-week-sarah-agaton-howes

There was a time in Grand Marais when the local bank president was also a commercial fisherman. So it was for James (Jim) Scott in the early 20th century, when fish houses lined the western shore of the Grand Marais harbor. Today, few of these structures remain, bringing the question of how to steward those still in existence to the forefront. In 2018, North House Folk School acquired the Jim S...

With tools forged by Scandinavian blacksmiths, and knowledge and friendships gained while crafting the Skjelter and Stavlinebygg on the North House campus, this group of sloyders was all set to take on a project... but thanks to Covid, they had nowhere to go. So they decided to set up an outdoor workshop in a backyard in the heart of St. Paul. They designed a little building, hand hewed Red Pin...

Emily Ford and borrowed dog Diggins hiked the 1200 mile National Scenic Ice Age Trail in the winter of 2020/2021. She was the first woman to complete a thru-hike in the winter. In doing so, she has become an advocate for increased diversity and representation in outdoor pursuits. A short film made about her will be part of the Arctic Film Festival at North House.

The Real Valkyrie: A Warrior Woman in the Viking Age

Hike, Bike or Ski? Hut to Hut American style

Q & A with Tracing Roots producer Ellen Frankenstein & Delores Churchill

Wooden Boat Show 2021 - Virtual Boat Tour: Acorn to Arabella

Wooden Boat Show 2021 - Virtual Boat Tour: Schooner Hindu

Webinar Replay:Historic Craft Practice with Brittany Nicole Cox, Antiquarian Horologist

Wooden Boat Show 2021 - Virtual Boat Tour: Schooner Apollonia

Webinar Replay: Hudson Bay Bound with Natalie Warren

2021 North House Members’ Gathering & Annual Meeting

Webinar Replay: An Evening with Bob Janssen

Webinar Replay: Dragonflies of the North Woods

Webinar Replay: Lunch and Learn with Daniel Lundberg: Storslöjd

Webinar Replay: Spoon Carver from Outou Village video and discussion with Jarrod Dahl

Webinar Replay: Lunch and Learn with Julia Kalthoff

Webinar Replay: Understanding the Nuances of the Drawknife with Curtis Buchanan