Learn 19th-century spinning methods!
Learn the basics of spinning wool, a timeless skill that New Yorkers have been doing for generations! Guests will get to feel the differences between different breeds of wool, hone their skills using both drop spindles and treadle spinning wheels, and take home yarn that they’ve spun themselves.
Recommended for ages 18+. All participants must purchase a ticket.
Class size is very limited – reserve your spot today!
Class location: Thompson Barn Activity Center
Ticket Information
This workshop is now closed – join us for our next session on Saturday February 22!
General tickets: $65
Museum Members: $60
Click here to learn more about the full schedule of workshop offerings at GCV&M!
FAQs
Yes! Park in any of the main lots at the front of the Museum (please leave the first two bays open for handicap parking).
Check-in will be in the Meeting Center Lounge, to the immediate right of the Admissions tunnel when you are facing the front of the Museum.
You will be walking from Admissions to the workshop site and back. If you need assistance getting to and from the workshop site, please notify our staff, and the Security team will transport you in their vehicle.
Please have your ticket(s) either printed out OR pulled up on your phone screen and ready for scanning for quick and easy check-in. Pro-tip: take a screenshot of each of your tickets to have ready and pulled up on your phone screen! Please note: Wifi can sometimes be spotty at the front of the Museum.
Yes! The Museum will only cancel in the case of a severe weather emergency.
No, everything you need to make this class successful will be provided to you!
The Historic Village, Nature Center, Flint Hill Gift Shop, and John L. Wehle Gallery will all be open to visitors from 11 am – 3 pm.
Limited menu items will be available in the Meeting Center Lounge Cafe between 11 am and 2 pm.
Leashed service animals are welcome with proper identification.
Please wear close-toed shoes.
While this class will be held indoors, you will be walking from Admissions to the workshop site and back. Dress for the predicted weather conditions, and wear appropriate footwear.
Tickets may be refunded only up to 7 days prior to the event date and are strictly non-transferable by date, entry time, or program.
