Don't miss our upcoming Stone Carving Classes!
Dan Miller - "Introduction to Banker Masonry"
Dan Miller - "Introduction to Banker Masonry", $225 per studentSaturday August 2, 9, and 16, from 9am to 1pm. Introduction to Banker Masonry, with lessons on splitting and shaping stone, (application of) correct tools, and their usage. Helping students progress with the correct basic knowledge in working stone and tools and techniques used for millennia by master craftsmen."
Located at the historic Hercules #1 Quarry at the end of Green Street, Tenino, WA 98589
Myrna Orsini - "Hammer and Chisel Carving"
Myrna Orsini - "Hammer and Chisel Carving" $135 per studentSaturday August 2, 9, 16, from 1pm to 3pm. "This class is for those interested in learning about the tools and techniques in carving limestone and marble. The tools and stone will be provided. Masks, goggles, and gloves are highly recommended."
Classes are located at the historic Hercules #1 Quarry at the end of Green Street, Tenino, WA 98589
Click here to Register.
The Tenino Stone Carvers Guild was formalized in early 2023 to celebrate, and carry forward, the stone quarrying, cutting, and carving, heritage of the city of Tenino.
Master Stone Cutter Keith Phillips first came to Tenino in 1984, where he interacted with, and fell under the tutelage of the last of the city’s elder stone carvers. This bridged a generational gap, while keeping their skills, knowledge, and customs, alive.
Through commissions, consignments, and education, The Tenino Stone Carvers Guild aims to extend this heritage to further generations.
The current carvers can be found at work in their showroom, “The Shed”, an historic old dirt floored feed storage building, on Saturdays from 10am - 3pm during the winter and 10am - 4pm during the summer at 147 Olympia Avenue, in the heart of Tenino.
Come witness the carvers at work in their period specific attire, and take a step back in time to visit “The Stone City’s” rich tapestry of history.
