Blacksmithing returns to the streets of North Carolina

Jan. 18, 2012 - PRLog -- Spruce Pine Main Street and Penland School of Crafts are excited about 2012's Fire On the Mountain in Downtown Spruce Pine, NC April 28th. We expect another great turn out of blacksmiths. Blacksmithing has deep roots in Western North Carolina. The Fire on the Mountain Festival will both honor and celebrate its history and broaden awareness of quality contemporary iron work. Experience a day of forging techniques and ferrous materials.

This festival is a great event for families, kids, artists, and metal workers. Hands on tent. Live Demonstrations. Sell your work. Network with other blacksmiths. Shop for tools. Demonstrate your technique. And much much more….

When: April 28th, 2012, 10am – 4pm

Where: Downtown Spruce Pine NC… Locust St, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

Featured Master Blacksmith: Nol Putnam will lead a workshop on Friday April 27th 9am – 4pm at Penland School of Crafts. Registration required. Email staceylane@penland.org for registration and details.

Advisory Sponsor – Penland School of Crafts

Event sponsored by Spruce Pine Main Street

Blacksmith Art Exhibit sponsored by the Toe River Arts Council

To participate, complete the entry form, include a check or money order made out to Spruce Pine Main Street for the exhibit space and mail to the Spruce Pine Main Street office by March 9th. If accepted for the event, you will receive a confirmation letter with detailed information on the event and other activities during the festival. NO REFUNDS will be given once your space has been confirmed.

Mail Registration Form and Payment to:
Spruce Pine Main Street
167 Locust St, Suite 206
Spruce Pine, NC 28777

For Questions:
www.downtownsprucepine.com/fireonthemountain
info@downtownsprucepine.com or 828.765.3008