Folkways Program

Hart Square Foundation’s classes and workshops offer opportunities to learn about folklife, arts, traditions, and culture. This program was established in 2021 as a way to develop and foster ongoing partnerships with folklife artists and practitioners across the region. Hart Square Foundation works to partner with highly specialized artists, storytellers, and instructors.

Learning the “old ways” of art forms such as quilting, canning, and bobbin lace not only helps preserve the traditional way of doing something but also informs new material culture traditions. These courses highlight the creativity in everyday life that fills our existence with meaning.

We invite each participant to experience this art in a nurturing environment. We hope learning in our community will spark a love for preservation, self-reliance, and creativity.

Put a Face on It Pottery Class
May 24th
Your instructor will guide you through the process of creating a face on a wheel-turned cup that is sure to make you smile...
Needle Felted Landscapes Class
May 24th
Try your hand at needle felting. Choose a scene in the serenity of Hart Square Village...
Pollinator Garden and Food Forest Design
May 31st
Join us as we embark on a journey to add biodiversity and beautiful plants to your very own landscape...
Patriotic Bandana Wreath Class
June 14th
Ideal for patriotic holidays or year-round, this bandana wreath will show your American pride...
Floral Wall Vase Pottery Class
June 21st
Create a handbuilt wall vase ideal for displaying fresh or dried floral arrangements...
Pottery Berry Bowl
June 21st
Build your berry bowl using clay slabs and forms...
Barn Quilt Squares
June 28th
Design and paint your own colorful barn square to take home at the end of this class...
Mushroom Terrarium Workshop
June 28th
Join us as we turn old glass into something new and fun! These whimsical mushroom terrariums...
Chair Caning Class
July 20th
Have you ever wondered how to replace the woven cane bottom in a chair or stool? You can learn how to do just that in this class...
Pottery Toad House
July 26th
Create a cozy space for resident frogs, toads, or even fairies! This specially designed house...
Put a Face on It Pottery Class
July 26
Your instructor will guide you through the process of creating a face on a wheel-turned cup that is sure to make you smile...