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Share Your Skills
Do you love your hobby and want to share it with others? The Nome Schoolhouse is welcoming talented individuals to join our community of instructors. Bring your passion to our historic halls and help us create something new and wonderful together.
Share your skill with our community. Connect with us to get started! Contact Lacey@nomeschoolhouse.com
Bon Appetit! One-Act Comic Opera & Chocolate Cake Experience Sat. Sept. 26, 7 PM
Join us Sat., Sept. 26, 2026 7PM for a delightful 30-minute comic opera performance of Bon Appétit!, featuring acclaimed opera singer Holly Janz portraying the iconic Julia Child. As she prepares a classic bittersweet chocolate cake (Le Gâteau au Chocolat L'Éminence Brune) live during the show, you’ll be treated to wonderful music, laughter, and a slice of delicious chocolate cake served at the end of the performance!
Come early for a meal in our dining room. Cash bar will be available at the show. General seating only. Buy tickets now or pay at the door.
Fiber-to-Fashion
Fall Artisan Retreat
SEPT. 29-OCT. 2, 2026
Take your fiber journey to the next level with our Spin to Weave intensive. This retreat is designed for makers who want to experience the full, magic transformation of fiber—from raw fleece to finished fabric. Over four days, under the expert guidance of Tammy Jordan and Camille Palmer, you will explore the ancient rhythm of creating your own handspun yarn and the deep satisfaction of weaving it into a finished piece.
Game Changing Knitting With Cori Eichelberger
WED.-FRI., OCTOBER 7-9, 2026
Spend a long weekend immersed in creativity and learning with renowned instructor Cori Eichelberger (Irocknits Designs). This retreat provides a unique opportunity to enhance your knitting skills in a cozy, historic setting.
Throughout the weekend, you'll explore a range of game-changing techniques, from mastering custom Dumplin’ Bags and stunning Latvian & Vikkel braids, to perfecting Ladderback Jacquard colorwork and unlocking the secrets of Ravelry and expert knitting hacks. Register with our trusted partner WeTravel.
New Kit Class!
Gned The Gnome Needle Felt
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026 6:00 PM
Create a whimsical wool painting in this new 2D Needle Felted Gned The Gnome Class! Ideal for beginners or anyone who has felted before, this session features a brand-new kit that will be fully ready by October. Get more details and register with our trusted partner WeTravel.
Felting Encore Retreat With Jean Hainlen
FRI.-SUN. OCTOBER 9-11, 2026
Felting Encore is for those who want more! More felting fun, more time to create, and more chances to try something completely new. If you have some basic felting experience under your belt, this is the retreat for you. You don't need to be an expert—Jean will guide you every step of the way. Get more details and register with our trusted partner WeTravel.
Why Handwriting Still Matters With Terese Rotenberger
OCT. 9, 2026 9:30 AM-4PM
Whether you’re 9 to 89 or anywhere in between, calligraphy can become a joyful part of your self-care routine. Give yourself the gift of creativity and calm when you pick up a pen, study the practice sheets and start your calligraphy journey at the Nome Schoolhouse with Written Elegance by Terese. Includes lunch served in the dining room.
Fall Reflections Acrylic Painting Workshop with Val Voigt
FRIDAY, OCT. 23, 2026 5:30-8PM
Kick off your weekend with award-winning local artist Val Voigt for "Fall Reflections," a warm, step-by-step acrylic painting workshop designed for all skill levels—from total beginners to experienced painters! The atmosphere is relaxed, encouraging, and focused on having fun while learning. Come early to have dinner in the dining room - it opens at 4 pm.
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Winter Flowers Acrylic Painting Workshop with Val Voigt
SAT., OCT. 24, 2026 9 AM
Join local artist Val Voigt for "Winter Flowers," an easy, step-by-step acrylic painting workshop designed for all skill levels, from absolute beginners to experienced painters. Val will guide you through simple painting techniques so you can create and complete a beautiful 11" x 14" seasonal canvas to take home by the end of the session.
Barn To Yarn
Experience With
Chris Armbrust
SUNDAY-TUESDAY OCTOBER 18-20, 2026
Indulge in a transformative immersion into the world of fiber processing. This Barn to Yarn Experience takes you
through every stage of the textile journey - from the animals in the pasture to the finished skein. Under the expert guidance of Chris Armbrust, owner of the Nome
Schoolhouse, you’ll explore both home-based techniques
and professional commercial processing in a small group
setting.Activities include hands-on learning about the
animals, the mill, the barn, and the schoolhouse.
Be part of the Barn To Yarn Experience!
Register with our trusted partners WeTravel.
Barn To Yarn
Experience With
Chris Armbrust
FRIDAY-SUNDAY NOVEMBER 13-15, 2026
Indulge in a transformative immersion into the world of fiber processing. This Barn to Yarn Experience takes you through every stage of the textile journey - from the animals in the pasture to the finished skein. Under the expert guidance of Chris Armbrust, owner of the Nome Schoolhouse, you’ll explore both commercial processing in a small group setting. Activities include hands-on learning about the animals, the mill, the barn, and the schoolhouse. Be part of the Barn To Yarn Experience! Register with our trusted partners WeTravel. home-based techniques and professional
Basket Weaving the Tote-it Nome Basket with Marcy Blikre
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2026
NEW CLASS ADDED!
The natural and smoke colors are precut and ready for weaving. Participants will select the accent color(s) during class. Although the basket will be completed during class, the Cherokee Wheels may have to be finished at home. Participants will learn to lay out a base, weave a locking row, weave start and stop rows, weave Cherokee Wheels as accents, and rim the basket with 30” leather handles. The dimensions of this tote basket are approximately 7” x 12” x 12” high.
Watercolor 101: Beginner’s Day Retreat with Dawn Marie Duncan
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2026 10AM-5PM
Spend a full, inspiring day discovering the art of watercolor with Dawn Marie Duncan, founder of Yellowbright Creative! "Watercolor 101" is a supportive, hands-on day retreat designed specifically for beginners who want to explore watercolor painting in an upbeat, encouraging environment.
You will learn essential techniques from understanding watercolor supplies and recommended brands to mastering composition and paint flow. You'll transition from practice pages to creating your own personal compositions by the end of the workshop, leaving with the skills and confidence to continue painting on your own. Includes lunch in the dining room and all supplies.
Basket Weaving the
Tote-it Nome Basket
with Marcy Blikre
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2026
The natural and smoke colors are precut and ready for weaving. Participants will select the accent color(s) during class. Although the basket will be completed during class, the Cherokee Wheels may have to be finished at home. Participants will learn to lay out a base, weave a locking row, weave start and stop rows, weave Cherokee Wheels as accents, and rim the basket with 30” leather handles. The dimensions of this tote basket are approximately 7” x 12” x 12” high.
Basket Weaving the
Tote-it Nome Basket
with Marcy Blikre
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2026
The natural and smoke colors are precut and ready for weaving. Participants will select the accent color(s) during class. Although the basket will be completed during class, the Cherokee Wheels may have to be finished at home. Participants will learn to lay out a base, weave a locking row, weave start and stop rows, weave Cherokee Wheels as accents, and rim the basket with 30” leather handles. The dimensions of this tote basket are approximately 7” x 12” x 12” high.
WAITLIST ONLY
Registration &
Cancellations
To make attending a class or retreat at the Nome Schoolhouse as seamless
as possible, all our registrations are handled through our trusted partner
WeTravel. This gives you the option to make partial payments over time if you
choose. Cancellations and refund policies can be found here.