Do I need prior experience to join?

No prior experience is required; instructors start with fundamentals and guide participants through hands-on exercises, though steady hands help.

Are tools and materials provided?

Yes. Austin Historical supplies all tools, consumables, and protective gear needed for the workshop.

Can I bring a window from my own house?

Bring photos and measurements; bringing full window sashes depends on space—contact the host in advance to discuss logistics.

What is the age minimum for participants?

No formal age was listed; the class is best suited for adults and mature teens. Contact the organizer if you plan to bring minors.

How do I cancel or reschedule?

Cancellation and rescheduling policies are set by the booking provider; use the referral link to view terms or contact Austin Historical directly.

Is there parking or public transit near the workshop?

203 Deptford St is within the historic district; street parking and nearby lots are available and the site is reachable by foot or local transit from central Savannah.

Hands-On Historic Window Repair Workshop at Austin Historical in Savannah | Workshop | Cooking Class

At Austin Historical's workshop on Deptford Street in Savannah, Georgia, a four-hour window repair workshop turns diminishing hardware and weather-beaten sashes into practical lessons in historic preservation. Located at 203 Deptford St, this hands-on class is designed for homeowners, craftspeople, and heritage enthusiasts who want to learn how to keep old wood windows working and beautiful without replacing them. The day begins with a demonstration of paint removal techniques safe for historic finishes, followed by close instruction in epoxy repairs that restore rot-damaged wood. Participants move on to learn glass cutting and fitting, then practice traditional putty glazing under the watchful guidance of Austin Historical's experienced preservation team. All tools and materials are supplied, and small group sizes—maximum sixteen—mean instructors can coach each student through hands-on tasks and problem-solving. The structured curriculum blends half-day workshop tasks with demonstrations and technique discussions so you leave with both muscle memory and planning skills. This workshop stands out in Savannah's preservation scene because it pairs field-proven methods with local context: restoring windows here protects the city's 18th- and 19th-century building fabric and keeps character intact. The training also teaches alternatives to wholesale replacement, reducing waste and preserving original material - an essential strategy in a city where historic districts are the backbone of tourism and neighborhood identity. Expect to walk away with practical takeaways: how to assess sash condition, when epoxy is appropriate, how to cut and fit glass safely, and how to glaze like a pro. The experience is tactile and exacting; it's a chance to handle sash weights, glazing points, and the small decisions that determine whether a repair succeeds for decades. Beginners are welcome, but the course moves quickly and rewards attention and a steady hand. If you're planning maintenance for a historic home in Savannah or simply want a deeper connection to craft, this workshop is a rare opportunity to learn conservation skills in situ. The workshop's location on 203 Deptford St places you inside the heart of Savannah's preservation ecosystem - close to period houses, materials suppliers, and the city's network of preservation advocates. Whether you're a DIY homeowner or a tradesperson expanding your toolkit, Austin Historical's window repair workshop is a practical, place-based way to invest in the life of old buildings. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes and clothing they don't mind getting dusty; Austin Historical provides protective gear for messy tasks. Classes cap at sixteen to keep instruction focused; register in advance via the referral link. The workshop balances practical skill with preservation ethics, showing when repair is preferable to replacement and how small fixes extend a building's life. This course is both a craft primer and a conservation statement - practical training that benefits homeowners and the wider fabric of Savannah.

About Davenport House Museum

Davenport House Museum in Savannah, GA, preserves and interprets a finely restored Federal-style home built in 1820.

The museum offers guided tours, self-guided visits, workshops, seasonal festivals, and educational events that highlight domestic life, architectural preservation, and community history. Knowledgeable docents lead guided tours through elegantly furnished rooms while sharing documented stories of the Davenport family and the 13 enslaved workers who lived and worked at the house. The museum also presents shorter programs such as the Old Chan Magic Talks that illuminate the building’s time as a tenement and its connection to Savannah’s Chinese-American Chan family.

Hands-on offerings include broom making and seasonal craft workshops, plus collaborative public events like the Davenport House Fall Arts Festival and Holiday Wreath Decorating held nearby in Columbia Square and at the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy. Visitors can choose a self-guided tour across the first three floors to explore architecture and exhibition panels at their own pace, or attend specialized demonstrations and family-focused preservation activities.

Davenport House Museum documents ongoing conservation efforts and engages visitors with visible preservation work and interpretive signage. The site maintains archival records and educational resources to support research and school programs. As an established historic house museum in Savannah’s historic district, Davenport House Museum partners with local cultural organizations and relies on trained staff and volunteers to ensure accurate, responsibly presented history for scholars, families, and visitors seeking an authentic window into early 19th-century Savannah life. Programming is suitable for researchers, students, families, and cultural heritage visitors and scholars.