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SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Basics: Halloween Snakes The Carrie Blast Furnaces | Oct 22
DESCRIPTION:Blacksmithing Basics: Halloween Snakes The Carrie Blast Furnaces | Oct 22\nLearn to hammer hot metal at the Carrie Blast Furnaces! \nCelebrate Halloween with Rivers of Steel!\nThis three-hour introductory workshop is a great way to explore the art of blacksmithing and create something unique. Participants will learn the basics of forging steel and use essential blacksmithing tools to create a Halloween Snake to take home.\nThese sessions are led by Rivers of Steel staff artist and bladesmith Jared Ondovchik (aka Artifact Metalworks). \nHours & Admission* \nHalloween Celebrations take place on the following dates in 2026:\nOctober 22 – Halloween Snake\nOctober 29 – Halloween Skull \nGeneral Admission\n$90 \n*Workshops are limited to 16 participants. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance as we cannot guarantee tickets will be available for walk-ups. \nLocation & Directions \nThe Carrie Blast Furnaces are located in the communities of Swissvale and Rankin in the Monongahela River Valley.\nThe address is 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd.\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15218. \nWhat to Know Before You Go \nAs a former industrial site\, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure an enjoyable visit. \nWhat to wear: Clothing you can get dirty. The workshop space is not temperature controlled; please dress for the weather.  Additionally\, the ground is uneven—sensible shoes are a must. Open-toed shoes and high heels are prohibited.\nRestrooms & concessions: The rawness of the site is certainly part of its charm. However\, that rawness also limits the creature comforts many of us are accustomed to\, like running water. Portable bathrooms\, hand washing stations\, and hand sanitizer are available. Food amenities are not available (with some exceptions\, such as food trucks at festivals).\nPhotography: Photography is permitted. For safety reasons\, videography and drones are prohibited.\nAccessibility: Handicapped parking is available and the ramp to the workshop space is ADA compliant. However\, the grounds to the space may not be accessible for all wheelchairs. Contact us for details and options.\nCOVID-19 Policies: Please be advised of our current COVID-19 policies.\nLiability: By purchasing admission tickets\, all visitors consent to the terms of our liability waiver and consent to be photographed (PDF).\nAdmission: Site access is limited to guided tours\, workshops\, and events. Unless otherwise noted\, all admissions are ticketed.\nLocation: The Carrie Blast Furnaces are located in the communities of Swissvale and Rankin in the Monongahela River Valley. The address is 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd.\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15218. \nThank you for following these guidelines. We wish you to have the best visit possible\, and appreciate your patience as we continue to improve the visitor experience.\nFor more information\, contact info@riversofsteel.com. \nLearn more about the events\nsuch as tours\, workshops\, and festivals happening at each unique attraction.
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LOCATION:Carrie Blast Furnaces\, 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15218
CATEGORIES:Activities,Art Exhibition,Education,Entertainment,Workshops
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