UPDATE: Workshop time has changed to 10:30am - 1:30pm
In cooperation with the St. Ignace Public Library the Michilimackinac Historical Society presents a duck decoy carving workshop with Tom Harrison.
Are you curious about how duck decoys are made? Have you ever wanted to make your own decoy, but not sure what materials you need or how to start? Join the Michilimackinac Historical Society for a hands-on duck decoy carving workshop, led by Tom Harrison. For $35 you can carve and take home your own decoy. All supplies included.
Seating is limited and registration is required. Click here to register.
Tom was born & raised in Pickford, Michigan. As a young boy, he developed a love for the outdoors, which included hunting & fishing. He graduated from Michigan Technological University in Houghton. His career included many levels of industry such as operations and management. He owned his own business Harrison Custom Cabinetry in Philadelphia for 28 years. Tom's hobbies include woodworking, carpentry, carving, painting, taxidermy, and other arts connected to the outdoors. After retirement, he moved from Pennsylvania back to Pickford to reconnect with his U.P. roots. Tom is a member of the Les Cheneaux Farmers and Artisan Market, serves on the Sault Area Arts Council board, and offers a variety of wood bird carving classes.