Community Events

Forging Connections Across California

We participate in community events throughout the year in Los Angeles, Ventura County, and the San Fernando Valley. Check out our events calendar to see where we’ll be next!

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The Impact Behind Our Mission

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Adam’s Forge believes the metal arts belong to everyone

Through free public demonstrations and collaborations with museums, heritage sites, and art institutions, we share the magic of blacksmithing with people across Los Angeles and beyond.

These events reflect the heart of our mission: to keep the metal arts alive by making them accessible and inclusive.

Every culture has its own metalworking traditions. By demonstrating and teaching in diverse neighborhoods, including many underserved or ESL communities, we help people see themselves reflected in the craft.

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Get Involved Today!

Our community outreach is only possible because of dedicated volunteers, sponsors, and partners. Whether you want to lend a hand, fund an event, or host a demonstration, your support helps us reach more people and keep the craft thriving.

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Where You Can Find Adam’s Forge

Where You Can Find Adam’s Forge

You’ll find Adam’s Forge at cultural festivals, heritage museums, and public parks throughout the year. Some of our recurring community partners include:

We also partner with local schools, arts organizations, and cultural centers to host talks, exhibitions, and youth programs. Each partnership helps introduce more people to the creative and historical depth of metal arts.

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Thank You to Our Wonderful Partners

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Frequently Asked Questions

Adam’s Forge community demonstrations are live demonstrations held throughout Southern California. Our instructors and volunteers bring the forge to events to show how traditional and modern techniques meet and to invite people to experience the craft up close. Check our our events calendar for more details on each demonstration!

You’ll see blacksmiths forging hooks, tools, ornaments, and sculptures while explaining the process, answering questions, and sharing stories about the craft.

No experience is required. These demonstrations are designed for anyone who wants to witness, learn about, and explore blacksmithing.

Yes! All demonstrations are free to attend, open to all ages, and designed to be enjoyable for families and community members. Check out our events calendar and come see us!

Our demonstrations aim to spark curiosity, expand access to metal arts, and show that blacksmithing is a craft anyone can learn and explore.

Yes! Adam’s Forge offers a range of classes for all skill levels, including blacksmithing basics, bladesmithing, jewelry making, metal casting, and more. We encourage everyone to explore our classes, stop by to tour the forge, or come to one of our live demonstrations to see the craft in action.

Partnering with organizations allows us to bring live blacksmithing demonstrations to more communities. Partnerships focus on hosting free, accessible events that let the public see, learn, and experience the craft up close.

We’re happy to partner with any organization interested in bringing demonstrations to their community. To explore a partnership, email  development@adamsforge.org