Typical Yearly Schedule
Regional Meetings
January
Cannonsburgh Pioneer Village in Murfreesboro, TN
April (odd numbered years)
Behind the Tennessee Valley Railroad Station in Chattanooga, TN
hosted by Choo Choo Forge
May (even numbered years)
AACB Conference
Cannonsburgh Pioneer Village
Murfreesboro, TN
May (odd numbered years)
Southern Blacksmith Association Conference Lion’s Club grounds in Madison, GA.
AACB is one of seven regional chapters to host this biannual event
October
Location Varies
Check events calendar for more details
November
John C. Campbell Folk School (JCCFS) Brasstown, NC
hosted by Brasstown Blacksmiths
December
AACB Christmas Party
Fiddler’s Grove Historic Village
Lebanon TN
hosted by AACB
Other AACB Events
September
Hammer-In
Cannonsburgh Pioneer Village in Murfreesboro, TN
October
Ron (Bowie) Claiborne Memorial Hammer-In
Farmhouse Gallery & Gardens
Unicoi, TN
hosted by State of Franklin Blacksmith Guild
Guests and visitors should be aware that blacksmithing comes with some unique safety concerns—hot iron is no joke. Sparks fly, tools can break, and things heat up fast.
Wear safety glasses at all times.
Choose natural fiber clothing like cotton. Synthetic fabrics are more flammable and can melt, causing serious burns.
Wear closed-toe shoes—leather is best, and high-top leather offers the most protection.
Treat all iron—stock, tools, vises, and more—as if it’s hot.
Don’t grab for falling objects—they’re often hotter than they look.
Wear ear protection.