Timber Framers Guild

Timber Framers Guild The Timber Framers Guild is a non-profit educational membership organization dedicated to the craft of timber framing. https://www.tfguild.org/
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We serve as a center of timber frame information and design for the professional and the general public.

Western Rendezvous! This was our second year at Yale Creek Ranch and it's been absolutely perfect weather for timber fra...
05/31/2026

Western Rendezvous! This was our second year at Yale Creek Ranch and it's been absolutely perfect weather for timber framing. The sawdust has been flying and we'll make more today as we wrap up work on this small frame for a local community organization. 60 people from all over the West Coast and from as far East as Montana have been out here sharing meals, camping out, building community and making memories. As ever, we have a lot of very experienced folks showing new folks the ropes and it's always a good time when you see someone learning a new skill or how to use a new tool. Sharing the knowledge of timber framing is what the Timber Framers Guild is all about and we packed it in this weekend! Joinery talks with Matt from Ashland Post and Beam. Sharpening and hewing with Yann plus tons of layout and cutting under the supervision of some skilled Guild Members. Thank you to and for organizing and TFG Board President Autumn Peterson of for bringing such great energy and paving the way for all the passion of the next batch of future timber framers. This has been a weekend to remember!

Join us next weekend!!!! For another round of good times and great vibes at the Western Rendezvous. We'll build a small ...
05/21/2026

Join us next weekend!!!! For another round of good times and great vibes at the Western Rendezvous. We'll build a small timber frame for a cause, share amazing farm to table meals and still have time to drop into the great talks and presentations such as Yann Giguere of speaking on Japanese Traditional Structures, Wisdom at the intersection of Craft, Forest and Spirit. We'll also be featuring a pop up store from : Curated books for builders, makers, dreamers and do-ers... Camping on site and food are included. Live music from Southern Oregon's own: 8 dollar mountain on Saturday night! This is a great event for all skill levels and all ages. The Timber Framers Guild is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to preserving and teaching the craft of timber framing. Get to know TFG board president Autumn Peterson! We'll also be hearing from board members Bill Sturm and Jim DeSantis about community building projects. We hope to see you there! Visit tfguild.org. Click on events and visit the Western Rendezvous landing page for the full schedule or to register.

05/14/2026

Join us in July as we build 3 timber frame pavilions for Kayak Point County Park! Expand your knowledge! Build for a cause and bask in the spirit of community! Register at tfguild.org!

The Timber Framers Guild travels to Germany! The first German tour is underway and travelers are soaking in the sights a...
04/29/2026

The Timber Framers Guild travels to Germany! The first German tour is underway and travelers are soaking in the sights and ambiance of Regensburg. Tour leader and TFG board member Chris Koehn writes this: "We had a wonderful guided tour of the old city, most of which is 1,000 years old. Then came the tour of the cathedral and the stone mason’s workshop, given by the master stonemason himself! Going places few people are allowed to go, and some not for the faint of heart..!"
TFG tours are behind the scenes experiences curated especially for timber framers, designers, architects and hobbyists alike. For more information on upcoming tours visit tfguild.org

Join us for a rare and immersive journey into the living world of Japanese building arts - one that goes far beyond the ...
04/17/2026

Join us for a rare and immersive journey into the living world of Japanese building arts - one that goes far beyond the usual travel experience. This program is ideal for architects, builders, craftspeople, designers, students, and anyone with a deep interest in traditional building, cultural heritage, and the exchange of knowledge across cultures. This special program, organized by the Timber Framers Guild in collaboration with the Kominka Collective, offers participants the opportunity to travel both on and off the beaten path, engaging directly with the people, places, and practices that sustain Japan’s extraordinary tradition of wood construction. To learn more about this amazing opportunity visit: https://www.tfguild.org/events/guild-travel-japan-june-2026

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299 Pratt Road
Easthampton, MA
03602

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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