Bob Van Dyke 18th Century Furniture Lecture
March 6, 2026
Bob Van Dyke will be our guest lecturer for a presentation called Ornamentation in 18th Century Furniture on Friday, March 6th at the Torpedo Factory in Alexandria. Registration is required. This FREE event is open to WWG members and the public.
Unlike today, furniture in the 18th century was a status symbol and the more highly ornamented the furniture was, the more expensive it became. Consequently, it was a subtle (and sometimes not so subtle) mark of the wealth and prominence of the owner. Ornate carving, intricate veneer work, curved chair arms along with all sorts of inlays played a huge part in increasing the value of the furniture, and thus the status of the owner.
Bob Van Dyke Veneering Workshop
March 7-8, 2026
Bob Van Dyke will be our instructor for a Veneering Workshop the weekend of March 7 and 8.
Bob’s approach to teaching centers on the belief that people learn “by doing rather than by watching.” Successful contemporary furniture making also depends on utilizing a sensible combination of machine woodworking and handwork. Bob’s classes feature hands-on woodworking projects that require mastery of a combination of handtools and machines. See Members Only for more information (class open to WWG members only).
REGISTRATION FOR MEMBERS ($399)
4th Annual Picnic
June 20, 2026
The Washington Woodworkers Guild will hold our 4th Annual Picnic on June 20. Save the date!
Plan to bring your family and enjoy the afternoon with fellow woodworkers (this is a members-only event).
