Tree Rings: A Bentwood Workshop

Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Explore the exhibition On the Life, Breath, and Death of Trees through a hands-on woodworking workshop. Gather inspiration through a tour of the exhibition with Kevin R. E. Greenwood, Joan L. Danforth Curator of Asian Art, followed by a workshop with Ellis Lane, Curatorial Assistant in Education. Learn about the different traditions of woodworking, how to create your own bentwood ring, and how you can start a woodworking practice with a simple home set up.

No experience necessary. This event is free and open to the public (ages 13+). Space is limited, and registration is required by September 18.

Registration Required

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Access statement: The Allen has a ramp entrance, sensory kit, water fountains, gendered bathrooms, and a rollator. The workshop location is TBD, and this information will be updated accordingly.

Image description: This split image pairs artistic inspiration with hands-on creation. On the left, a figure blends almost seamlessly into a wall of cut logs, creating a striking meditation on the relationship between people and the natural world. On the right, a hand with a dark wooden ring is displayed against the façade of the Allen.