ABOUT US

The East Tennessee Woodworkers Guild was founded in 1983 by five area woodworkers.  The original members formed a non-profit organization to encourage the development and appreciation of fine woodworking.  They were also interested in maintaining high standards within the craft.  their enthusiasm and obvious technical expertise, as well as their willingness to share their knowledge about the craft, soon attracted many others to their new organization.

Today's Guild numbers about 75 individual from across East Tennessee.  The Guild continues to reflect the original purpose of our founders.  We encourage all woodworkers, whatever their abilities within the field, to learn more and further improve upon their skills.  Towards this end, the East Tennessee Woodworkers Guild holds meetings on the second Monday of odd-numbered months (i.e. January, March, May, etc.) at 6:30 at Maryville High School Woodworkil Woodworking Shop.  Each meeting features a speaker covering some aspect of woodworking.

In addition to regularly scheduled meetings, there are other activities available throughout the year.  There is an annual picnic, open shops where we gather at a fellow member's hideaway, an occasional tour of a woodworking facility (we toured the Powermatic plant a few years ago), and an annual retreat for woodworkers at Gatlinburg.
Our members come from all walks of life and arrive at the East Tennessee Woodworkers Guild with woodworking skills ranging from rank novice to accomplished master.  Prospective members are encouraged to come to a meeting, check us out, and if you like what you see (and who you meet) join us in the pursuit of understanding this ancient craft.

 
Jerry Spady
Former ETWG President

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