
Hands-on learning for the curious & creative.
Roll up your sleeves and try something new. Step into Green Door Folk School, in Cedar, Michigan, where life-long-learners come together to build, grow, and explore. Rooted in the folk school tradition, we offer hands-on workshops that connect folks to passions, new or old, the land, and each other.
Classes & Events
Events
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Introduction to Earthen Plastering
Site near Bear Lake , United StatesUsing local materials, students will learn the basics of mixing and applying earthen basecoat plaster. We will discuss the history of using these materials, but focus on modern applications and […]
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The Living Records: Tending to the Akashic Field
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesWeaving through all things is a vast energetic field of wisdom and support called the Akashic Records. These Records are analogous to an infinite filing system in the Universe, an […]
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Foraging the Northwoods
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesThis immersive, seasonally guided foraging course invites students to develop a deeper relationship with the landscapes of Northern Michigan. Moving beyond basic plant identification, this class explores wild foods as […]
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Barn Quilts
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesBarn Quilts have been adorning family farms for centuries. European immigrants have continued this tradition, creating the Americana Folk Art we see on barns throughout America today. Create your own […]
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Barn Quilts
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesBack by popular demand, we’re adding a second session of our barn quilt workshop! Barn Quilts have been adorning family farms for centuries. European immigrants have continued this tradition, creating […]
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Intro to Bead Weaving Techniques
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesThis class teaches the basic skills and techniques of seed bead weaving. It offers insight into recommended types of supplies and materials for best results and also touches on the […]
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Open Studio: Collaging, Beading & Clothing Swap
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesJoin us for Open Studio at Green Door, the first Wednesday of each month. This is gonna be a fun one! Use our studio space to work on your own […]
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Recycled Paper Making
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesLearn to create your own paper from items you might normally recycle like paper bags, magazines, newspaper, and egg cartons. In this workshop, you will also learn other additional items […]
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The Art of Herbal Balms
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesExplore the magic of herbal medicine by learning how to turn plants into practical, skin-loving remedies. In this hands-on class, we’ll explore the art and science of crafting herbal salves […]
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Friction Fire: Carve, Tend & Cook
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesFrom foraging for materials to carving a bow drill kit to igniting a fire with sticks and stone, tending it for cooking, and sharing a simple open-fire meal together. In […]
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Hyper-Local Brewing: Easy & delicious herbal beers from the yard!
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesLearn how to brew using any herbal or medicinal plant. Bring herbs or forage with the class, learning to identify edible and medicinal plants in the landscape. If you can […]
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Coptic Bound Books
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesLearn an ancient and practical book binding method dating back thousands of years. This exposed binding shows off decorative and functional sewing elements to allow the book to lay totally […]
Our InstructorsLearn from friends & neighbors. Our instructors are a crew of passionate artists, dedicated naturalists & engaging storytellers, eager to pass on their knowledge to others.
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