Leather whip hanging from hand forged hook on rustic brown wall

Blacksmithing Taster


Saturday 11 July 2026

8:30am – 4pm

Recommended for 16 years and over

Requirements
Closed-in boots (or steel-capped), long pants and long sleeves.

Queensland Museum Cobb+Co

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Bookings coming soon
Includes expert instruction, all materials and meals.

Join Australian Champion Blacksmith Terry Drennan for a lesson in the custom-built blacksmithing shop.

Discover the art of blacksmithing in this new one-day taster experience, where you’ll create a decorative yet functional coat/hat hook for your wall or door.

Learn the basics of blacksmithing, including operating a forge and working with traditional tools at the anvil.

After completing this workshop, you’ll be eligible to participate in our Blacksmithing Beginner Workshop.

Bookings coming soon.

Meet your tutor

Terry Drennan began training as a blacksmith and farrier in Melbourne when he was 21 years old. He has won the Australian champion in blacksmithing and farriery on many occasions. At the same time, Terry never lost the skills and enthusiasm for the other traditional facets of his trade such as making decorative gates and furniture. He has been teaching blacksmithing courses at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co for 20+ years.

All our Hands-on Workshops have a limited number of participants to ensure you receive all the assistance and direction you require.

Spectators are welcome at all workshops.

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Leather whip hanging from hand forged hook on rustic brown wall

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