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Allegheny Mountain
Carvers Association
Port Allegany - Pennsylvania 16743
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A Weekend of
Woodcarving and Artisans
Town Square - Route 6 and Main Street
Port Allegany, Pennsylvania |
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Come join us at our third annual festival!
FREE ADMISSION - FREE ACTIVITIES - FREE PARKING
Click here for 2009 Activities Schedule
[Considering today's economy and your family budget how can you afford to miss out on this great event?!]
Pick up one of our festival color brochures at any of the 21 Pennsylvania State Welcome Centers or Turnpike Plazas, your county vacation and visitors center or
go online to view the calendar of events posted on the following websites:
Port Allegany Online
Visit Pennsylvania
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Professional Carver Debbie Barr
The Woodcarvers Festival is excited to be offering a one time
Carving class on Friday evening June 19th
starting at 6:00pm for advance level instruction
with nationally recognized professional carver, Debbie Barr.
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Debbie Barr resides in Distant, Pennsylvania. She's been a woodcarver for 28 years and a sculptor for 12. She has been teaching workshops throughout the region and will be presenting with Woodworking Wonders Weekend.
Debbie has also written two books and two educational CD's on woodcarving subjects ranging from caricature women, miniature animals, carvng faces, and carving a black bear. Debbie states that Santas have always been a favorite subject of hers as they are 'great fun to create'!
Don't miss this opportunity to be a select few registered for this session with her personal instruction.
This personal evening class with Debbie Barr has limited seating.
Call now 814 - 642 - 2295 to register for this class.
Fee is $45 per person plus nominal cost of materials.
Seating is limited and course registration may close without notice.
Please register without hesitation for this one-on-one instruction with Debbie Barr.
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Highly skilled craftsmen, craftswomen, hobbyists and artists
showcase their original designs
and one of kind pieces in all types of wood.
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Join us for a weekend of family fun,entertainment and even some education!
Artisans, hobbyists and craftsmen
will be displaying their detailed pieces and unusual creations.
An outdoor gallery of priceless artifacts; only one of each in the world exists!
Opportunities to discuss custom wood work with experts.
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There will be a showcase of hand made musical instruments.
View a custom guitar that's been fashioned with exotic woods and ivory inlays.
A year's worth of hand work with a starting value of $20,000.
(Inquire for orders being placed for next years' delivery.)
Stringed instruments of dulicmers, violins and fiddles on display and in use.
Listen to the beauty of the wood as their musicians offer impromptu performances during Saturday.
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Antique tools used by generations of woodworkers.
Are you in need of a new axe handle?
Want to identify that item in your grandfathers tool box? Bring it along.
Instructional advice that's free for the beginner to advanced enthusiast.
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Toys and puzzles for all ages that have amused for centuries (no batteries required!).
Stocking stuffers and thought provokers, these wooden puzzles have entertained kids to kings.
Child safe toys with no lead paint or plastic parts.
Cars, trains, trucks, blocks and boxes to store it all in.
Complete your Christmas, Gift and Birthday shopping in one afternoon.
Don't forget yourself on that list!
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Hourly instructions on the joys of whittling. Come give it try!
View the life like carvings of black bears, pumas, turkey, panthers and small game.
Admire the detail in the decoys for both the collectors and the hunters.
Woodburning designs while you watch.
Collect wisdom and wit on wood plaques. There's a sign for every occassion.
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Furniture that can be passed on for generations with its own history:
benches, coffee tables, child size chairs, accent tables,
pedestals, quilt racks, plant stands and blanket chests.
All in solid wood, detailed and made with pride.
A value that cannot be matched by machine.
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Home and kitchenware pieces that will last a lifetime.
Bowls, cutting boards, salt & pepper shakers and solid wood rolling pins.
Drying racks and cheese boards, serving trays and candy dishes.
Perfect for the cook, the bride and wannabe chef on your shopping list.
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Jewelry designs that are unique, dramatic and tasteful
for gifts that will surprise and delight.
Mother Nature offers custom colors and patinas in her woods.
The designer brings them to you in earrings, necklaces,bracelets and accessories.
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Proud to say all of these creations are made in the USA!
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Refreshments and lunch will be available for purchase.
FREE ADMISSION and FREE PARKING and FREE ENTERTAINMENT
Directions for Woodworking Wonders Day click HERE
Allegheny Mountain Woodcarvers Association Membership
Are you interested in joining us for an old fashion experience?
Do you desire a new hobby?
Are you seeking a way to focus your creative side?
Do you want to share your designs and showcase your projects?
This is the club to join!
Meetings are held the third Thursday evening of the month.
Call for information 814 - 642 - 2464 Or email us for the details:
Allegheny Mountain Woodcarvers Association
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Port Allegany offers the following lodging for your weekend visit:
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