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The Institute was founded with the idea in mind of offering short term, affordable classes to people who are interested in an introduction to the craft without having to invest in the tools and space necessary to pursue their interest.
There are other schools available, but many require short term residency on campus and time away from lives and jobs during the week. VIB offers weekend workshops to any who wish to travel to Charlottesville in the short term and week night classes to local patrons or those within an hour drive.
The Virginia Institute of Blacksmithing is located at 1304 E. Market St., Suite G, in Charlottesville VA. From interstate 64 Eastbound, take the Hwy 20 North exit towards Charlottesville. At the first light, turn right onto Carlton Rd. Go through the next light which is Carlton Ave. Yes, Carlton crosses Carlton. When you cross the railroad tracks, Carlton becomes Meade Ave. The next light is E. Market and Meade. Turn right at that light and immediately right into the parking area next to the large brick building. If there is no parking in that lot, continue around to the back of the building to the large lot there.
From interstate 64 Westbound, take the Hwy 20 North exit towards Charlottesville. Turn right at the end of the ramp. Directions continue as above.
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