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The Michigan Folk School, a division of Washtenaw County Parks, offers courses in rural folk skills, including organic & biodynamic agriculture, cooking & breadmaking, building and woodworking, animal husbandry, arts and crafts, and nature studies. The Michigan Folk School is committed to creating a community engaged in authentic, hands-on experiences through the teaching and sharing of traditional folk arts, crafts, music, and skills.

09/07/2026

The Third Annual Folk Festival is approaching! We are incredibly excited for this event, and have lots to show off! Leading up to the festival, we will be sharing some sneak peeks, answers to frequently asked questions, and where to find your favorite instructors.

Today we're excited to announce the demonstrating instructors in the Studio Yard!

Stay tuned on our Instagram and Facebook -- but don't forget to check out our Interactive Map on the Folk Festival page of our website, MiFolkSchool.com!

Deanne Bednar, Homesteading: Deanne will be with us showing off the whimsical side of homesteading arts.

Amanda Howell, Gardening + Farming: Amanda will be with us showing off the Victory Garden and discussing ongoing volunteer projects and selling her wares.

Shelby Lincoln, Animal Husbandry: Shelby will be with us to discuss the benefits of keeping quail and chickens!

Victor Wooddell, Archery: Vic will be with us to show off handmade longbows! He is a graduate of our apprenticeship program and worked under Master Bowyer, Leo Schreiber.

Dante Yglesias, Photography: Dante will be with us to show off his photography skills! Pay him a visit!

09/04/2026

The Third Annual Folk Festival is approaching! We are incredibly excited for this event, and have lots to show off! Leading up to the festival, we will be sharing some sneak peeks, answers to frequently asked questions, and where to find your favorite instructors.

Today we're excited to announce our Learning Kitchen line-up!

Stay tuned on our Instagram and Facebook -- but don't forget to check out our Interactive Map on the Folk Festival page of our website, MiFolkSchool.com!

Justin Polley, Head Chef: Justin has been with the Folk School for a long time and guides the vision of the Learning Kitchen classroom. He will be there to discuss all of the possibilities in the kitchen!

Silent Auction: Comprised of instructor and staff made goods -- all proceeds go toward the mission and vision of the Folk School, as well as the 2027 Folk Festival! Our auction will be partially online this year, to allow for a swifter and more cohesive donor experience.

Garage Sale: Lightly used craft supplies and equipment -- get good stuff at an even better price! First come, first served.

09/01/2026

What's inspiring you to craft today?

08/30/2026

The Third Annual Folk Festival is approaching! We are incredibly excited for this event, and have lots to show off! Leading up to the festival, we will be sharing some sneak peeks, answers to frequently asked questions, and where to find your favorite instructors.

Today we're excited to announce what (and who) to find at the Front Desk of the Blackbird Lodge!

Stay tuned on our Instagram and Facebook -- but don't forget to check out our Interactive Map on the Folk Festival page of our website, MiFolkSchool.com!

Andrea Blohm, Millinery and Sewing: Andrea has been with the Folk School for a long time and knows all there is to know about the organization. She will be there to help field questions and to pass out a special surprise! Stop by to see Andrea.

Coming to volunteer? Check in here with Amy at your scheduled time!

08/27/2026

Our very own Michael Kaufman-Schofield was featured in the Crazy Wisdom Community Journal -- pick up your copy at the Front Desk!

Flip through to see if you can find the ad for the Folk Festival too!

08/26/2026

The Third Annual Folk Festival is approaching! We are incredibly excited for this event, and have lots to show off! Leading up to the festival, we will be sharing some sneak peeks, answers to frequently asked questions, and where to find your favorite instructors.

Today we're excited to announce demonstrating instructors on the East Portico of the Blackbird Lodge!

Stay tuned on our Instagram and Facebook -- but don't forget to check out our Interactive Map on the Folk Festival page of our website, MiFolkSchool.com!

Demonstrating Instructors on the East Portico:

Kirk Coppernoll, Mushroom Cultivation and Identification: Kirk will be with us to discuss his classes in mushroom cultivation and wild mushroom identification!

Joey Traynor, Woodworking: Joey will be with us to demonstrate spoon carving skills and vending his wares.

Irene Hochgraf Cameron, Woodworking Bushcrafter: Irene will be with us to demonstrate her decorative wood carving skills and various bushcraft applications, in addition to selling her wares.

Hannah Ashmore, Conservation Dogs: Hannah will be with us to run some demonstrations and show just how effective dogs can be at conservation!

08/24/2026

Join us over the course of three weekends to learn the essentials of 35mm photography. This course will show students methods for taking photos, using camera settings, and rules of aesthetics. Whether you’re completely new to photography or looking to slow down and reconnect with the craft, this course offers a thoughtful, practical introduction to the art and mechanics of shooting film. No prior experience required.

Register online at https://bookeo.com/mifolkschool?devent=41576M3JX3A19CE78A3778_2026-10-11_DLf6Oqnq2HuX

08/22/2026

The Third Annual Folk Festival is approaching! We are incredibly excited for this event, and have lots to show off! Leading up to the festival, we will be sharing some sneak peeks, answers to frequently asked questions, and where to find your favorite instructors.

Today we're excited to announce our Food Court and Live Music Line-Ups!

Stay tuned on our Instagram and Facebook -- but don't forget to check out our Interactive Map on the Folk Festival page of our website, MiFolkSchool.com!

Demonstrating Instructors in the Murray Classroom:

Michael Daitch, Weaving, will be with us demonstrating how to properly work a floor loom, displaying last year's 19 Foot Long scarf made at the Folk Festival, and selling his wares.

Michael Kaufman-Schofield will be with us demonstrating basketry from natural materials and educating interested folks about death care and natural burial!

Kathy McMinn will be with us demonstrating basketry skills and all of the possibilities that basketweaving can accomplish and selling her wares!

08/21/2026

A sneak peak of some of the items available at the Folk Festival Silent Auction! 👀

08/18/2026

The Third Annual Folk Festival is approaching! We are incredibly excited for this event, and have lots to show off! Leading up to the festival, we will be sharing some sneak peeks, answers to frequently asked questions, and where to find your favorite instructors.

Today we're excited to announce the Demonstrating Instructors in the Frains Classroom!

Stay tuned on our Instagram and Facebook -- but don't forget to check out our Interactive Map on the Folk Festival page of our website, MiFolkSchool.com!

Frains Classroom Demonstrating Instructors:

Jessica Bowden, Leather Craft Instructor, will be with us demonstrating some leather skills and showing off what Leather Craft 101 can open the doors to!

Iman Hathaway, Stained Glass Instructor, will be with us demonstrating some stained glass skills and selling some of her wares.

Tully Williams, Stained Glass Instructor, will be with us demonstrating some stained glass skills and selling some of her wares. She is a graduate of our apprenticeship program -- going from star student to stellar instructor!

Address

7734 Plymouth Road
Ann Arbor, MI
48105

Telephone

+17349260060

Website

http://www.MiFolkSchool.com/

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