Upcoming Events

Come see Steve Smithers' work at the following shows and demonstrations:

Please call or e-mail for information

Demonstration of Colonial Silversmithing at The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, March 2011


 

Designer Craftsmen and
Historic Home Show of Philadelphia

March 9, 2012 Preview Party 6:00-9:00
March 10, 2012 10:00-5:00
March 11, 2012 11:00-4:00
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks, Pa.

Please note that this year's event, the 18th annual of this premier show, takes place at a new location and time.

 



Previous Events

Steve has exhibited and done demonstrations at the following:

 

A Gathering of Craftsmen

Sun. November 13th
Wilton, Connecticut

Thirteen of the nation's best traditional artisans display their art and craft in a relaxed and intimate setting. Admission is free. This special event takes place at the New England Historical Connection, located at 300 Danbury Road, Route 7, Wilton, Connecticut. Hours are Sat. November 12th from 9 AM-5 PM, and Sun. November 13th from 10 AM-4PM. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see the work amd talk with some of the most noted master artisans from Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Maine.

 

Maine Antiques Festival

Union, Maine
August 12-14, 2011

 

North Bennet St School

Boston Massachusetts
Introduction to Silver and Holloware

A hands on workshop in classic silversmithing

July 7-10, 2011 8:30- 4:30

Here's an opportunity to learn the basics of classic metalsmithing in an inspiring setting in the North End, Boston. The North Bennet Street School is renowned in the field of traditional arts and crafts, and offers 2 year programs, as well as 3-5 day workshops, in furniture and cabinetry , jewelry , violin making and piano technology, and bookbinding to name a few. It is a truly magical place in a wonderful historic neighborhood!

In this workshop, we will focus on the design and making of forms cups, bowls, and other forms in silver, brass, bronze and copper. Students of varying levels of experience will work on their own pieces at their own pace. If you have questions, contact Steve or NBSS.
The Classic Art of Silversmithing

A demonstration and discussion

The Art of Americas, Shapiro Family Courtyard

The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Sunday March 20th, 2011, 12:00-3:00 PM
Wednesday March 23, 5:30-8:00 PM

 

The Designer Craftsman and Historic Home Show of Philadelphia

Valley Forge Convention Center, King of Prussia, Pa.

February 4-6 2011

 

Historic Deerfield

Parker & Russell Silversmith Shop, Deerfield, MA
October 24, 2010 11:00-4:00 PM
Demonstration and discussion of classic silversmithing

 

American Heritage Chocolate Celebration
A demonstration of early American silversmithing
Silversmith shop, Historic Deerfield, Massachusetts
February 12, 2011 10:00AM-4:00 PM


Paul Revere and Beyond:
Understanding 18th-Century New England Silver

A One-day Forum, Saturday April 24, 2010
Presentations by Janine Falino, Curator of the Museum of Arts and Design, NYC; Amanda Lange, Curatorial Department Chair, Historic Deerfield; and Stephen Smithers, Master Silversmith of Ashfield, Massachusetts



Fairbanks House
Demonstration of Colonial Silversmithing
Dedham, MA
August 15, 2009

 

Decorative Arts Symposium: Collecting and Preserving Early America
Worcester Art Museum, Worcester, MA
March 16, 2008
A Winterthur Silver Symposium: American Silver of the Early 19th Century
In conjunction with Silversmiths to the Nation: Thomas Fletcher & Sidney Gardiner
Winterthur Museum, Winterthur DE Sept. 5 & 6, 2008.


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