The Columbia-Willamette Faceters’ Guild in conjunction with the Rice Northwest Museum offer a number of educational programs promoting the art of gem faceting. following are class descriptions and details.
Beginning Gemstone Faceting
This class introduces the theory and techniques of faceting gemstones. During the course, students will facet one or two gemstones with material and equipment provided by the Columbia-Willamette Faceters’ Guild. Students will gain sufficient knowledge and techniques to continue faceting on their own.
Winter 2009 Classes
All classes are held Saturday afternoons from 1:00 – 5:00 PM at the Rice Museum and run five weeks.
Where: Rice Northwest Museum
When: Saturday 1 – 5 PM
Cost: $135.00
Classes fill fast so please submit your request as soon as you can to be guaranteed a seat. For more information or to register, contact the Rice Northwest Museum at (503) 647-2418 or visit the Rice Northwest Museum Website
If there’s something you’d like to learn about faceting, just ask. We’ll find out for you or point you in the right direction.
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wHERE IS IT? i FOLLOWED THE LINK TO FIND OUTWHAT CITY AND ADDRESS OF THE RICE NORTHWEST MUSEUM AND IT DOES NOT LINK.
Rice Museum's physical address is 26385 NW Groveland Drive, Hillsboro, OR. Their phone is 503-647-2418. They have had some "issues" with their web site lately. Please call if you are interested in classes as they can let you know whether a current class is full.