classes & Programs

Adult Education Overview

CLASSES & PROGRAMS

COVID-19 Policy

Proof of vaccination and/or masking for all teachers, members, resident members, students, and day pass users is no longer required.

Note: All adult classes are available for makers ages 16 and up.

We offer a wide variety of programing in wood, metal, digital fabrication, sewing and embroidery. Check the schedule of upcoming programing below to find and sign up for classes. Having trouble signing up? Call us at (410) 862-0424 or email us!

Interested in teaching? We’re always looking for expert makers. Contact Us.

Class prices a hardship for you? Apply for a scholarship.

Interested in arranging a class for your employees or group? Fill out inquiry form.

Types of Classes

Detailed descriptions of individual classes can be found in the schedule.

Shop Safety & introductory Courses

Shop Safety courses are required to use our Textiles, Wood, Metal, and Digital Fabrication shops. They provide instruction in basic tool usage as well as a general shop orientation so you know where to find the emergency shut-offs, dust collection, and hand tools.

Skills classes & workshops

Skill classes are not required for shop access and give an introduction or refresher to some main programs used for digital and graphic design.

Workshops are organized around making something specific, from tote bags to pour-over coffee stands and more! We offer in-person and virtual options.

Check the Schedule

Four small quilts with a wide variety of colors

Foundation Classes

Foundation classes are 4-session introductions to a specific fabrication discipline to take you from beginner to confident maker in four successive weekends.

Making for Seniors

Open Works offers a quarterly class series for active adults over 55 on a sliding-scale basis. Choose a four-week track in Wood or Sewing, and get started in a new hobby or hone up some rusty skills. Sign up online.
Call or email us to find out about our Pay-What-You-Can Senior Membership.

Foundation Classes qualify as Safety Certification and will grant shop access upon completion

Check the Schedule

Class Types

Shop Safety & introductory Courses

Shop Safety courses are required to use our Textiles, Wood, Metal, and Digital Fabrication shops. They provide instruction in basic tool usage as well as a general shop orientation so you know where to find the emergency shut-offs, dust collection, and hand tools.

Skills classes & workshops

Skill classes are not required for shop access and give an introduction or refresher to some main programs used for digital and graphic design.

Workshops are organized around making something specific, from tote bags to pour-over coffee stands and more! We offer in-person and virtual options.

Foundation Classes

Foundation classes are 4-session introductions to a specific fabrication discipline to take you from beginner to confident maker in four successive weekends.

Making for Seniors

Open Works offers a quarterly class series for active adults over 55 on a sliding-scale basis. Choose a four-week track in Wood or Sewing, and get started in a new hobby or hone up some rusty skills. Sign up online.
Call or email us to find out about our Pay-What-You-Can Senior Membership.

Foundation Classes qualify as Safety Certification and will grant shop access upon completion

Check the Schedule

Don’t see the class you are looking for? Contact us to find out about other options.

Class Policies

Lateness

Arrivals 20 minutes late or more will not be admitted into class and registration is not transferable.

Appropriate & Safe Attire

To avoid accidents with machinery, please avoid wearing loose clothing, pull back hair and scarves, wear closed-toe shoes.

Wear a mask covering both your nose and mouth.

Enrollment

Open Works must have at least 3 participants enrolled in the class 48 hours prior to start date in order to run the class.

Inclement Weather

Open Works follows Baltimore City Government schedule for closures. Classes will run according to this schedule unless otherwise informed by Open Works staff.

Cancellation

In order to exchange or be reimbursed for class fees, it is your responsibility to notify Open Works at least 24-hours in advance of class start date.

Make it Happen at Open Works

Looking for something else? Open Works has all the tools and resources you need to bring an idea to life, learn a new skill, find a space for your new business and so much more.