Join us in the amphitheater for this free summer concert by the duo Simple Gifts who perform a wide range of Appalachian and world folk music on multiple instruments. Concert starts at 7pm.

This three day introductory workshop will include: how to build and maintain a fire; how to identify color, draw, and upset steel; how to set up a modern shop; and how to utilize the anvil’s horn. The class will also touch on forge welding and heat treating. Students should wear hard shoes, safety glasses, and gloves. Bring a brown bag lunch, tongs and hammers if possible. All materials provided. No experience required. Open to students 16 and up. PRE-REQUISITE FOR PROJECTS CLASSES. Class meets 9 to 6 daily in the Blacksmith Shop. Min 1 Max 2

PFMF Members $126, Non-members $140. Register on-line through Shopping page or call (304) 363-3030.

Instructor Bio:  Greg Bray is currently the Assistant Director and Blacksmith at Pricketts Fort. Greg is the owner and operator of Bray’s Knifeworks where he specializes in the manufacturing of custom made knives and reproductions, gun building, and gun repair. A life-long resident of Fairmont, Greg has been making knives since 1990 and has been blacksmithing for fifteen years, with a particular focus on 18^th and 19^th century production. He is a juried artisan at Tamarack, which features the best in West Virginia arts.  

Learn techniques for silk, cotton, linen and wool. Ideal for em broiderers, rug hookers and/or hand spinners. Materials required: Threads to dye. Materials provided: dye, mordant, additional fibers. Class meets in the Fort from 9 to 12. Min 1 Max 15.

PFMF Members $22.50, Non-members $25. Register on-line through Shopping page or call (304) 363-3030.

Instructor Bio: Judy Wilson has been an historical interpreter at Pricketts Fort for fifteen years demonstrating various women’s skills particularly textiles. Judy has been weaving for 20 years and spinning for 34 years. Judy is a member of the Fiber Arts Guild. Shepherd’s Federation, and Weaver’s Guild of America.

Learn a variety of pioneer games, hear some tales, and make a cornhusk doll to take home. Class meets in the Education Annex (lower parking lo t) from 10 to 12. Min 5 Max 25

PFMF Members $9, Non-members $10. Register on-line through Shopping page or call (340) 363-3030.

Instructor Bio: Mary Rose Mustachio is an interpreter at Pricketts Fort presenting various 18^th and 19^th century women’s skills including basketmaking and children’s toys and games. 

Enjoy a fall weekend and view traditional crafts, antiques and fall activites from the 18th century. Regular admission applies. 

Join us for a hands-on interactive workshop on Indian culture presented by Native interpreters Doug Wood and Dianne Anestis. Native gender roles, use of plants and animal skins will be among the topics. Class meets in the Education Annex (lower parking lot) from 9 to 1. Min 5 Max 30.

PFMF Members $36, Non-members $40. Register on-lilne through Shopping page or call (304) 363-3030.

Instructor Bios: Doug Wood and Dianne Anestis of Trails, Inc. are committed living historians, teachers, and researchers who present workshops on a wide variety of topics relating to the interactions of Amerindians and Europeans of the middle to late 18th Century, as well as Historic and Interpretive Personnel Training.

Spend a day at the Fort creating an original play about life on the 18^th c frontier. Participants will interview historical interpreters, create characters, brainstorm and rehearse a 20 min play to be performed that evening. Bring a bag lunch and your imagination! Open to ages 8 to 14.
Workshop meets in the Visitor Center (Min 6 Max14)
PFMF Members $27 Non-members $30

Workshop instructor Joey Madia is a playwright, actor, and director with a specialty in working with young performers.

Students will build and take home an 18^th c thumblatch and study other types of door locks and latches. Students should wear hard shoes, safety glasses, and gloves. Bring a brown bag lunch, tongs and hammers if possible. All materials provided. Requires previous blacksmithing experience. Open to students ages 16 and up. Class meets 9 to 6 daily in the Blacksmith Shop. Min 1 Max 2

PFMF Members $162, Non-members $180. Register on -line through Shopping page or call (304) 363-3030.

Instructor Bio:  Greg Bray is currently the Assistant Director and Blacksmith at Pricketts Fort. Greg is the owner and operator of Bray’s Knifeworks where he specializes in the manufacturing of custom made knives and reproductions, gun building, and gun repair. A life-long resident of Fairmont, Greg has been making knives since 1990 and has been blacksmithing for fifteen years, with a particular focus on 18^th and 19^th century production. He is a juried artisan at Tamarack, which features the best in West Virginia arts.  

Annual membership dinner including business meeting, annual report, entertainment and meal.

Learn to make several different types of Christmas ornaments using tin, reed and paper. Class meets in the Education Annex (lower parking lot) from 10 am to 1 pm. Min 5 Max 30.

PFMF Members $36, Non-members $40. Register on-line through Shopping page or call (304) 363-3030.

Join us for a unique shopping experience in an historic enviroment. Artisans will demonstrate and feature works for sale in the Fort's Visitor Center. The Market area is open free of charg e and live music will be featured daily. The Fort buildings and Job Prickett House will be decorated for the season and costumed interpreters will give tour. Tours require a ticket. Food will be available.