Featured Events in Kingsport in January, 2024(January Updated)

The Giant Puppet Making & Parade Art 101 workshop, presented by the Cattywampus Puppet Council, is a must-attend event for teachers, community leaders, and individuals aged 13 and above. Taking place in Kingsport, TN at the Kingsport Renaissance Arts Center on January 27, 2024, this workshop offers an incredible opportunity to learn the art of designing and creating giant puppets and other parade art. Led by the experienced team behind Cattywampus Puppet Council, participants will delve into various techniques such as papier-mâché, cardboard sculpting, rigging, and more. While there may not be enough time to complete a personal project during the workshop, attendees will receive a helpful Giant Puppet Making & Parade Art Manual to take home. They will also gain valuable hands-on experience and have dedicated time to work on their own designs. To make the most of this workshop, all participants need to bring are comfortable clothes that can get messy and a writing tool. Additionally, it is recommended to bring water and snacks for extra convenience. The Cattywampus Puppet Council, a renowned community-based arts nonprofit in Knoxville, TN, has been utilizing the power of the arts to connect communities, foster creativity, and promote justice for over 8 years. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn the art of giant puppet making and parade art. Secure your spot today for just $20. Sales for this workshop will close 48 hours prior to the event date. Ages 13 and above are welcome to attend. Join the Cattywampus Puppet Council at the Kingsport Renaissance Arts Center and embark on a journey of artistic discovery.

Join Brenden Bohannon, a renowned full-time blacksmith and bladesmith from Johnson City, Tennessee, for a unique opportunity to learn the art of blacksmithing and forge your very own small knife. This beginner bladesmithing class is a required pre-requisite for advanced classes to come. Throughout the class, you will delve into the fascinating history of blacksmithing, gain insights into tooling techniques, and grasp other essential concepts. Under Brenden's expert guidance, you will learn the process of forging a small, all-steel knife with a simple yet elegant design. Once the forging is complete, you will have the chance to heat treat your knife and skillfully grind it to a sharp edge. At the end of the class, you will be able to take your finished knife home, where you can complete the final tempering process in a home oven. This class is suitable for individuals aged 16 and above. For participants under 18, please ensure that a guardian accompanies them. To make the most of your experience, we recommend wearing cotton or non-synthetic clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, along with full-length pants and close-toed shoes. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn from a seasoned expert and create a functional piece of art that will last a lifetime. This class is made possible through a partnership with Engage Kingsport and is funded under a Grant Contract with the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Arts Commission. Discover the captivating world of bladesmithing by joining us for Beginner Bladesmithing: Seahorse Knives at The Inventor Center, located at 118 Shelby Street, Kingsport, TN 37660, on January 28, 2024. Secure your spot now for just $55.20!

Join the Intermediate Bladesmithing: Railroad Spike to Knife workshop in Kingsport, Tennessee, at The Inventor Center on January 28, 2024. This class provides an opportunity to forge your own knife from a railroad spike while learning about blacksmithing. Prior experience in beginner blacksmithing or bladesmithing is required. Led by Brenden Bohannon, a full-time blacksmith and bladesmith, this class will cover the art of forging a railroad spike into a knife, along with essential blacksmithing history, tooling information, and basic concepts. You will also gain knowledge about spike steel properties, shaping through hammering, edge geometry, and basic heat treating. After the forging process, the knives will be heat treated and sharpened on the grinder. Please note that this is a physically intensive class, so prepare to swing a hammer. Participants must be 16 years or older, and those under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Dress appropriately in cotton or non-synthetic clothes that can get dirty, wear full-length pants, and close-toed shoes. Don't forget to bring water. This workshop is supported by Engage Kingsport and funded under a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Arts Commission. Secure your spot now for a ticket price of $159.77.