Historic 3 or 4-hour Beginner or Advanced Blacksmithing Sessions at Vulture City Ghost Town (Uo to 28% Off)
Engage in hands-on blacksmithing workshops at an authentic Wild West site. Craft your own metalwork while learning traditional techniques
Ever wondered what it was like to work as a blacksmith back in the day? Dive into an experience that takes you right into the heart of Arizona's oldest blacksmith shop. Here, participants get hands-on training that teaches foundational skills while forging their own pieces of history. This workshop is not just about learning but also about embracing craftsmanship that once powered frontier life
What We Offer:
- Beginner Blacksmithing Course: 4-hour workshop
- Advanced Blacksmithing Series: 3 Four-Hour Sessions
Beginner Course Includes:
- 4 hours of personalized instruction
- Use of all tools, forge, and safety equipment
- Your own forged project to keep
- A rare chance to learn in a historic setting
Offered On: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Advanced Blacksmithing Series:
Ready to take your blacksmithing to the next level?
Our Advanced Blacksmithing Series is a three-session, hands-on immersion into the art and discipline of traditional metalwork — all set against the backdrop of historic Vulture City.
Over the course of three in-depth workshops, you’ll move beyond the basics to forge a refined, functional item such as a hand-forged knife, fire poker, or decorative tool — a substantial project that combines form, function, and frontier craftsmanship.
Working alongside our master blacksmith in an authentic forge setting, you’ll learn advanced techniques including precision tapering, scrollwork, shaping, riveting, edge treatment, and handle construction. This series is perfect for those who want more time at the anvil, deeper skill-building, and the satisfaction of creating something truly impressive with fire and steel.
Advanced Blacksmithing Series Includes:
- 3 immersive sessions (4 hours each)
- Deeper instruction in advanced blacksmithing skills
- All tools, materials, and safety equipment provided
- Your own substantial finished piece to take home
- The unforgettable experience of forging history in a real 1800s-era setting
Why You Should Grab the Offer:
This offer provides a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience blacksmithing as it was practiced over a century ago. The Beginner Course is perfect for those new to blacksmithing who want to learn foundational skills in an authentic setting, making it both educational and enjoyable. For those ready to advance their craft, the Advanced Series offers deeper immersion into intricate techniques alongside experienced smiths. With hands-on instruction set against the historic backdrop of Vulture City Ghost Town, each session becomes not just an activity but an adventure into living history. Plus, all necessary tools are provided so participants can focus on learning and crafting something tangible by hand.
Engage in hands-on blacksmithing workshops at an authentic Wild West site. Craft your own metalwork while learning traditional techniques
Ever wondered what it was like to work as a blacksmith back in the day? Dive into an experience that takes you right into the heart of Arizona's oldest blacksmith shop. Here, participants get hands-on training that teaches foundational skills while forging their own pieces of history. This workshop is not just about learning but also about embracing craftsmanship that once powered frontier life
What We Offer:
- Beginner Blacksmithing Course: 4-hour workshop
- Advanced Blacksmithing Series: 3 Four-Hour Sessions
Beginner Course Includes:
- 4 hours of personalized instruction
- Use of all tools, forge, and safety equipment
- Your own forged project to keep
- A rare chance to learn in a historic setting
Offered On: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Advanced Blacksmithing Series:
Ready to take your blacksmithing to the next level?
Our Advanced Blacksmithing Series is a three-session, hands-on immersion into the art and discipline of traditional metalwork — all set against the backdrop of historic Vulture City.
Over the course of three in-depth workshops, you’ll move beyond the basics to forge a refined, functional item such as a hand-forged knife, fire poker, or decorative tool — a substantial project that combines form, function, and frontier craftsmanship.
Working alongside our master blacksmith in an authentic forge setting, you’ll learn advanced techniques including precision tapering, scrollwork, shaping, riveting, edge treatment, and handle construction. This series is perfect for those who want more time at the anvil, deeper skill-building, and the satisfaction of creating something truly impressive with fire and steel.
Advanced Blacksmithing Series Includes:
- 3 immersive sessions (4 hours each)
- Deeper instruction in advanced blacksmithing skills
- All tools, materials, and safety equipment provided
- Your own substantial finished piece to take home
- The unforgettable experience of forging history in a real 1800s-era setting
Why You Should Grab the Offer:
This offer provides a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience blacksmithing as it was practiced over a century ago. The Beginner Course is perfect for those new to blacksmithing who want to learn foundational skills in an authentic setting, making it both educational and enjoyable. For those ready to advance their craft, the Advanced Series offers deeper immersion into intricate techniques alongside experienced smiths. With hands-on instruction set against the historic backdrop of Vulture City Ghost Town, each session becomes not just an activity but an adventure into living history. Plus, all necessary tools are provided so participants can focus on learning and crafting something tangible by hand.
Need To Know Info
About Vulture City Ghost Town
The Story of Vulture City
In 1863, prospector Henry Wickenburg discovered a rich gold vein in Arizona’s unforgiving desert, sparking the rise of the legendary Vulture Mine. Over the years, the mine produced more than 200 million worth of gold and silver (by today’s standards), drawing thousands of fortune seekers to the boomtown that became known as Vulture City.
At its peak, an estimated 5,000 people lived and worked in Vulture City. The town featured homes, saloons, a post office, boarding houses, a school, and the infamous hanging tree where frontier justice was carried out. Life here was shaped by grit, gold, and the rugged spirit of the Old West.
The town fell into decline in 1942, when wartime efforts led the U.S. government to shut down all non-essential gold mining operations. With the mine forced to wind down operations, Vulture City was eventually abandoned.
Vulture City is open seasonally from October through May (closed on Wednesdays). Come experience one of Arizona’s most authentic and storied ghost towns.