New blacksmith shop set to open at Fred Light Museum
Battleford’s Fred Light Museum will be having the grand opening of its new blacksmith shop, called Eagle Hills Blacksmith, on July 21.
Blacksmith Justin Miller will be giving demonstrations throughout the day. He said he is thrilled to see the shop completed now, since it started about a year ago.
“I’m pretty excited,” Miller said. “I feel really blessed. It’s an awesome little shop, with a great view outside. I’m looking forward to spending time out here.”
Miller, 36, has practiced blacksmithing for about 14 years. He said he has a great admiration for early blacksmith work, such as wrought iron decorative metal work and scroll work pieces.