On Tuesday 11/8 at noon, we’ll launch our next term of more than 40 Continuing Education (CE) classes! Discover a new hobby, deepen your skills, and connect with fellow makers. Classes sell out fast, so be sure to mark your calendars.
Chronicle on WCVB Channel 5 recently featured our Violin Making & Repair program to highlight instrument makers of Massachusetts. Department Head Roman Barnas and a number of students shared their perspectives.
We are greatly saddened by the passing of our friend and mentor, David Betts PT ’72, Hon PA ’20, former Piano Technology Department Head. He will be incredibly missed, and we fondly remember his lasting legacy.
As we celebrate Veterans Day this month, we're proud of each and every veteran who has trained at NBSS. Just as they've benefited from an education in traditional trades, we've benefited by having veterans as an integral part of our School since 1920.
Preservation Carpentry graduate Brent Hull PC ‘93 and The Build Show visited us this fall, taking a deep dive through our many disciplines, from violin making to bookbinding to preservation carpentry, and more.
In the Making: Jovencio de la Paz and Katrina Sánchez Standfield
Watch a conversation with two fiber artists from each coast who discussed finding healing through their work, the balance of digital and hands-on technology, and more.
A Leader in Preservation, and a Part of our History
Congratulations to Robert Adam for winning the inaugural Historic New England Preservation Leadership Award! Robert established our Preservation Carpentry program decades ago and is a notable leader in the field.
We invite our network of hard working, mission-driven people and partner organizations to get to know each other in this in-person event led by our Admissions team.
Thursday, November 10 from 1:00-2:00 pm ET | Virtual event
Explore chairmaking with Peter Galbert and several recent NBSS graduates, and learn how our School helps build a solid foundation for this type of complex work.
Thursday, November 17 from 1:00-2:00 pm ET | Virtual event
Join us for a conversation with employers who hire NBSS graduates, with panel members from Action Lock & Key, Northeast Document Conservation Center, and MH Driscoll Building & Remodeling.
Thursday, December 1 from 10:00-11:00 am ET | Virtual event
Speaking with us live from Rome, Master Mosaicists Guiliana Medicova and Sara Gozzaldi will guide us through the history of their ancient craft and demonstrate how mosaics are made.
From nine career training programs to dozens of community classes, we offer something for everyone. Join us for live demonstrations, program tours, conversations with artisans, and more.
We’re hosting our first-ever Winter Market! Get handmade holiday gifts for friends and family, made by NBSS alumni and students—complete with refreshments and festive spirit.
Thinking about applying for a career training program, but have questions about the program or application process? Join us to learn more about what we offer, financial aid options, the student experience, and admissions.
Stay connected with your community. Tune in to our social media feeds for public programs updates and recaps, inspiring articles, videos, community happenings, alumni news, and more. (Be sure to tag us @nbssboston!)
Hire our students or alumni for your next special project. Post your project to the Jobs & Commissions Board.
Thank you to all of our donors, including our Partners In Craft members and the Massachusetts Cultural Council, for their ongoing support.
North Bennet Street School's mission is to train students for careers in traditional trades that use hand skills in concert with evolving technology, to preserve and advance craft traditions, and to promote greater appreciation of craftsmanship.
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