Press Release
April 22, 2025
Contact: Calista Stephens
Fort Towson Historic Site, Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 580-873-2634
[email protected]
www.okhistory.org/forttowson
Fort Towson Historic Site to Host Three-Day Woodturning Workshop for Beginners
FORT TOWSON, Okla. — Learn the historic art of woodturning in a hands-on workshop at the Fort Towson Historic Site from Wednesday, May 14, through Friday, May 16. The workshop will take place from 6-9 p.m. each day. The classes will be led by members of the Southeast Oklahoma Woodturners.
Classes will begin with an orientation to the parts of the lathe and using the tool safely. Lessons will quickly progress to mounting wood on the lathe for spindle work and introduction to hollowing vessels. The small class size will allow for one-on-one instruction and for students to move through the lessons at an individual, comfortable pace. No prior experience is needed.
Registration is required, and space is limited. The cost for the three-day workshop is $80, and it includes all materials needed for the class. Call the Fort Towson Historic Site at 580-873-2634 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot.
For more information, call 580-873-2634 or email [email protected]. The Fort Towson Historic Site is located at 896 N. 4375 Rd. in Fort Towson.
Fort Towson Historic Site is a division of the Oklahoma Historical Society. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit www.okhistory.org.
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Editor’s Note: Photos of the Fort Towson Historic Site are available upon request.
