Students at Green Door Folk School in Cedar, Michigan

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

  • Introduction to Earthen Plastering

    Site near Bear Lake , United States

    Using 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 […]

    Get Tickets $320.00 – $480.00 2 tickets left
  • The Living Records: Tending to the Akashic Field

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    Weaving 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 […]

    Get Tickets $120.00 – $180.00 10 tickets left
  • Foraging the Northwoods

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    This 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 […]

    Sold Out $112.00 – $168.00
  • Barn Quilts

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    Barn 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 […]

    Get Tickets $180.00 – $220.00 1 ticket left
  • Barn Quilts

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    Back 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 […]

    Sold Out $180.00 – $220.00
  • Intro to Bead Weaving Techniques

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    This 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 […]

    Get Tickets $60.00 – $90.00 8 tickets left
  • Recycled Paper Making

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    Learn 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 […]

    Get Tickets $108.00 – $162.00 4 tickets left
  • The Art of Herbal Balms

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    Explore 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 […]

    Get Tickets $116.00 – $174.00 3 tickets left
  • Friction Fire: Carve, Tend & Cook

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    From 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 […]

    Get Tickets $128.00 – $192.00 12 tickets left
  • Coptic Bound Books

    Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United States

    Learn 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 […]

    Get Tickets $120.00 – $180.00 9 tickets left

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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