North America’s Largest Blacksmithing Community
The Artist-Blacksmith’s Association of North America (ABANA) is a community of blacksmiths, artisans, and enthusiasts dedicated to preserving and advancing blacksmithing as both a profession and a hobby. We provide opportunities for individuals and local affiliate organizations to further their blacksmithing education, strengthen their skills, and hone their craft. Showcasing the rich and vibrant work of modern smiths while providing historical context is central to our mission as we work to increase awareness of the art and craft amongst design professionals, architects, and the public.
Forging Better Blacksmiths Since 1973
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ABANA Featured Forgings
Theme: Tools as Art Blacksmiths, artists, and makers often love great tools. In this exhibition, we want to [...]
2024 Ring Project: Call for Entries
Call for Entries: Ring Project 2024 Ring Project Details Call for Entries: ABANA will be putting [...]
After the Conference: Class at Touchstone
After the Conference: Level II National Curriculum Class at Touchstone Center for Crafts Come for the [...]
Broom Making Class with Alan Curboy
Broom Making Class Available to Anyone Ages 12 and Up Instructor: Alan Curboy (AKA: Lucky Nail [...]
Call for Entries: Conference Gallery
Call for Entries: We're inviting everyone to show off their best creations in the gallery of ironwork at [...]
Arts Coalition of the Alleghenies
Arts Coalition of the Alleghenies The mission of the Arts Coalition of the Alleghenies is to collaboratively [...]
2025 London Trip
ABANA Trip to London ABANA is exploring the idea of coordinating a trip to London in [...]
2024 Team Forging Competition
2024 International Team Forging Competition at the ABANA 50th Anniversary Celebration & Conference Basic [...]