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Learn at the Maloof

Workshops, Demonstrations, and Classes

Sam Maloof, one of America’s most revered woodworkers, had a tradition of sharing his craft. The Maloof Foundation continues this legacy by offering workshops and demonstrations in woodworking, writing, and art. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artisan, join us in the Upper Barns to learn, create, and connect with a community of makers.

Larry White's Arches Bench Workshop June 2026

1 spot left

Friday, June 19, 2026

Beginners and experienced woodworkers will enjoy this class. For ages 18+. Includes all materials.

Intro to Woodworking 101 - June edition

SOLD OUT

Friday, June 26, 2026

Participants will learn how to safely use essential woodworking tools, including the table saw, jointer, band saw, planer, drill press, and random orbit sanders.

Adam Manley at Maloof Guild

FREE EVENT

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Hear from Adam Manley, Associate Professor
Furniture Design and Woodworking, San Diego State University

Handmade Linocut Card Printing Workshop

with Cesar Garcia

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Designed for beginner to more advanced participants, this workshop introduces the fundamentals of linocut printmaking while also offering space for more detailed carving and creative exploration.

Moonlit Ocean Water Color Art Workshop

with Aleta Jacobson

Saturday, July 25, 2026

In this watercolor class, students will explore the quiet beauty of the ocean at night using a limited, luminous palette.

Wonder, Wander, and Make: August Edition

FREE EVENT

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Join us on the first Sunday for Wonder, Wander, & Make, a free event for all ages filled with creativity, nature, and hands-on fun.

Handmade Outdoor Garden Stepping Stones

Two time slots available

Friday August 21, 2026

Join Maloof’s Teaching Artist from our arts education team, Crystal Rodriguez, for a creative workshop to design and craft your very own decorative garden stepping stones.

Wonder, Wander, and Make: September Edition

FREE EVENT

Sunday, September 6, 2026

Join us on the first Sunday for Wonder, Wander, & Make, a free event for all ages filled with creativity, nature, and hands-on fun.

NEW Pandoras Box a Treasure Chest with Larry White

SOLD OUT

Friday, September 25, 2026

In this 3-day workshop You will create an artistic and intricate treasure box.

Community Paint Day

Free

Sunday, June 20, 2026

Help Paint an Art Piece That Represents Diversity!

Friday Morning Yoga

every Friday at 10am!

Friday June 26, 2026

Join Michelle or Tamar for restorative yoga at the beautiful Maloof campus

IE West End Creative Entrepreneurship Info Session

FREE ZOOM EVENT

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Join us to hear how we are working to support opportunities for artists and creatives in the IE West End – and beyond!

NEW! Java, A Coffee Table with Larry White

SOLD OUT

Friday, July 17, 2026

In this 3-day workshop You will create a coffee table designed by Larry White

Tile Carving by Hand: Craft Your Own Pottery Tile with Christine

with Christine Schwandt

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Whether you are brand new to clay or have some experience, this welcoming session offers a rewarding introduction to hand-building techniques.

Silk & Sun: The Nuno Felted Scarf Workshop
Wearable Art

with Charlotte McKenzie

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Join fiber artist Charlotte McKenzie for a hands-on exploration of Nuno felting, a delicate and visually stunning textile technique that blends tradition with contemporary design.

Larry White's Arches Bench Workshop August 2026

SOLD OUT

Friday, August 21, 2026

Beginners and experienced woodworkers will enjoy this class. For ages 18+. Includes all materials.

Sun Printing with Nature

Coming Soon

Sunday, 13, 2026

Sun prints, also known as cyanotypes, offer a beautiful and accessible way to create photographs without a camera.

Larry White's "The Butterfly" Workshop November 2026

3 spots left

Friday, November 20, 2026

In this 3-day workshop you will create an artistic glass-topped side table.

Frame Loom Weaving Workshop

SOLD OUT

Saturday, June 20, 2026

In this three-hour workshop, participants will work with three colors and learn tabby weave as the primary technique, along with soumak and interlocking methods to create stripes and a central circular motif. E

Mixed Media Collage Workshop

SOLD OUT

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Come explore the world of mixed media collage using found papers, ephemera, ink, and artist mediums.

Mosaic Garden Sphere

SOLD OUT

Saturday, July 11, 2026

Discover the art of mosaic while creating a beautiful garden sphere using recycled ceramic and glass.

Intro to Woodworking 101 - July edition

1 spot left

Friday, July 24, 2026

Participants will learn how to safely use essential woodworking tools, including the table saw, jointer, band saw, planer, drill press, and random orbit sanders.

Protect Your Home from Wildfire: Defensible Space & Home Hardening Workshop

Enrollment opens soon

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Learn practical steps you can take to reduce your home’s wildfire risk.

Peace Poles: A Creative Tribute

with Folk Artist Sandy Garcia

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Creativity and remembrance come together.

Introduction to Henna

with Debi Varvi

Saturday, August 29, 2026

with an Opportunity to Practice on a Friend

Acrylic Paint Marbling: Swirls and Patterns

Coming Soon

September 27, 2026

Participants will then transfer their designs onto various surfaces, including paper and fabric.

Larry White's Java, A Coffee Table

Enrollment opens in July

Friday, December 18, 2026

In this 3-day workshop You will create a coffee table designed by Larry White

Leading Programs for All Ages

The Maloof Foundation believes that art is for everyone! Our Education Team provides engaging and interactive activities for elementary school students, fostering creativity and a love for learning through art.  See the Artful Living program here.  

Past Workshops, Demonstrations, and Classes

Linocut Printing on Fabric Workshop

with Cesar Garcia

During this hands-on linocut workshop, participants will learn the full process of creating their own printed fabric.

Wonder, Wander and Make: First Sundays

FREE

Join us for FREE family-friendly activities!

Edwin Malavé II, Californian woodworking artist

A Maloof Guild event

Edwin will lead a conversation on creativity, perception, and hidden stories.

Three-Tiered Herb Garden with the Master Gardeners at the Maloof Foundation

Back by Popular Demand!

Join us for an introduction to a Three-Tiered Herb Garden led by our knowledgeable Master Gardener from San Bernardino County. 

Walking with Anansi: Giant Community Puppet Making

Free

The community is invited to explore Adinkra symbols and co-create puppets for a short procession through Beverly’s Garden at the Maloof Foundation.

Form & Flame: A Ceramic Candle Holder Workshop

with Christine Schwandt

This engaging, hands-on ceramic candle holder workshop is designed for all skill levels.

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The Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Crafts is a member of the Historic Artists' Homes and Studios program (HAHS) of the National Trust for Preservation.  HAHS is a coalition of 30 museums that were homes and working studios of American artists. Come, witness creativity!

The Maloof is a Smoke Free Facility.

Smoking or vaping is not allowed anywhere on the property or in the parking lots.

No smoking sign

Office hours: Mon-Fri 9am - 4pm

5131 Carnelian St. 

Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701

Open to the public Friday and Saturday, 10:00am to 4:00pm.  And First Sundays (except for July 5, 2026): 12:00pm to 4:00pm, We advise purchasing tour tickets online before visiting, tours often sell out.

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The Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Crafts acknowledges the Tongva peoples as the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar (the Tongva world, including the Los Angeles Basin, South Channel Islands, San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, and portions of Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties) and are grateful to have the opportunity to work for the Taraaxatom (Indigenous peoples) in this place. As institutions located on unceded Indigenous land, we pay our respects to Honuukvetam (ancestors), 'Ahiihirom (elders), and ̓Evoohiinkem (our relatives/relations) past, present, and emerging.

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