Port Townsend School of Woodworking
Higher EducationWashington, United States2-10 Employees
Port Townsend School of Woodworking is a higher education institution based at Fort Worden State Park in Port Townsend, Washington. The school offers a range of woodworking programs that accommodate both casual interest and more formal training, including weekend, short-term, and multi-week intensives, with the heaviest scheduling in spring and summer. Its curriculum emphasizes traditional hand tool techniques and covers topics such as furniture making, cabinetmaking, woodturning, carving, and the design and construction of tiny houses and gypsy wagons. The target audience includes individuals seeking practical skills and craft-focused education, with programs designed to progress from introductory to advanced levels. The organization operates with a small staff and functions within the broader higher education landscape focused on craft and artisanal disciplines.