Timber Framing Workshop

Saturday, September 26 | 9 - 5:30 p.m.

$95 per person

Create @ the Homestead

Learn Traditional Building Skills, Leave a Legacy.

This workshop is generously supported by the Early American Industries Association.

Join us for a unique, hands-on Timber Framing Workshop at The Brown Homestead c. 1796, where we’re dedicated to preserving and sharing traditional heritage building skills. 

  • Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026

  • Time: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

  • Cost: $95 per person

  • Spots available: 10 (Register early!)

  • What’s provided: Tools and equipment, lunch and refreshments

Whether you're a history enthusiast, aspiring builder, hobbyist woodworker or curious community member, this full-day introductory workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn the traditional craft of timber framing—and help build a lasting legacy on our historic site.

Register Now - Only 10 Spots Available!

This workshop is limited to ensure a rich, interactive experience. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting build!

Timber Framing Workshop - Sat Sept 26, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Timber Framing Workshop - Sat Sept 26, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Timber Framing Workshop - Sat Sept 26, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
CA$95.00

Join us for a unique, hands-on Timber Framing Workshop at The Brown Homestead c. 1796, where we’re dedicated to preserving and sharing traditional heritage building skills. Whether you're a history enthusiast, aspiring builder, hobbyist woodworker or curious community member, this full-day introductory workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn the historic craft of timber framing,and help build a lasting legacy on our historic site.

What You’ll Do

Help us build a principal scissor truss for the future The Brown Homestead Pavilion.

  • Learn the fundamentals of traditional timber framing through a blend of hands-on learning, demonstrations, and expert-led discussions.

  • Gain insight into truss systems, traditional joinery, timber selection, and the sustainability and durability of timber frame structures.

  • Explore the evolution of the craft of timber framing, and why this skill is relevant to our building industry today!

Who You’ll Learn From

  • Dawson Willsey is an experienced timber framer and is a graduate of the Algonquin College Heritage Carpentry program. Dawson owns Pondering Pine Design and Timberworks, and the traditional timber framing instructor at the Willowbank School of Restoration Arts.


Thank you to our Supporters

We are pleased to offer this program thanks to the generous support of the Early American Industries Association.