Blacksmith Day/Hammer In
October 1, 2022
On a delightful fall day, many visitors enjoyed the Richfield Historical Society's first Blacksmith Day/Hammer In held at the Richfield Historical/Nature Park. This event was held to relive the skills of blacksmiths long ago as they were an important element of any crossroads community.
The visitors enjoyed seeing blacksmiths demonstrating their talents as they hammered glowing metal and shaped it into a useful tool.
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Stations were set up to work with metal: hammering and detailing a fish, a flower and a peg. This activity was very popular.
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Watching how pickles were canned at the Motz Log Cabin showed how food was preserved long ago (and still is).
Learning how maple syrup is made in the Sugar Shack always attracts visitors.
The
tent displaying handmade cloth napkins and warm mittens, RHS t-shirts
and caps, bows made out of metal and other possible gifts was a
stopping point.
Of course, hot dogs and beverages were available for those who were hungry.
Mark Your Calendar for Saturday, October 7, 2023
Thank You to the Visitors and Volunteers
who made this event a success.
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