Engage the hands

Warm the heart

Stimulate the mind

Welcome to
ROCKY MOUNTAIN FOLK SCHOOL

settled in beautiful Grand Lake, CO.

Our Mission

RMFS provides year-round learning experiences of traditional arts and crafts that engage the hands, warm the heart and stimulate the mind, in an inspiring and inclusive mountain lake community.

News & Happenings

  • 🎁 We’re now offering gift certificates! Details here »
  • Have you been to the RMFS building in town square? It’s at 315 Pitkin Ave, come check it out!
  • We’re looking for artisans to teach and join the start of a new adventure with participants! Get Involved »
  • Be part of the start! We’re now accepting donations, which are tax deductible! Donate »
  • We need volunteers willing to share their time and help their community. Volunteer »
🎩🌈 With so many vibrant colors to choose from, how could you resist creating your own one-of-a-kind hat? 🌟 New Class Alert: Five-Ring Frame Basket Weaving 🌟 🌟 Patch Member Spotlight 🌟 🪵✨ Don’t Miss Out – Wood Turning Workshop! ✨🪵 🌟 New Pottery Workshop Alert! 🌟 ✨🎥 A New Year is here, but before we dive in, let’s take a glimpse into the moments that made last year unforgettable! 🧶🎨 ✨🎉 Happy New Year from all of us at Rocky Mountain Folk School! 🎉✨ 🧶 NEW CLASS ALERT: Wet Felt a Hat! 🎩 🎉 Ring in the New Year with Pottery! 🏺✨ 🎄 Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Rocky Mountain Folk School! ❄️

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Featured Classes

  • Ice Sculpture Workshop

    Date: Sat, Feb 8, 2025 (10am-12pm)
    Cost: $216 (1/4 ice block)
    Level: Beginner & Intermediate
    Instructor: Colorado Ice Works
    Location: Town Park – Grand Lake, CO

    * Scholarships are available. To learn more, please contact us at rockymountainfolkschool@gmail.com.
    * If you’re a business interested in sponsoring a student, feel free to reach out to us at rockymountainfolkschool@gmail.com.

    *Registration Closes on Feb 1, 2025

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  • Keith Kemmer's Bedford Springs Rug

    Primitive Rug Hooking with Keith Kemmer

    “Everything New is Old Again”

    Date: Thursday – Sunday, Sep 25 – 28, 2025 (9am-4pm)
    Cost: $425
    -$170 deposit due with registration (refundable until July 1, 2025)
    -$255 remainder due by July 1, 2025 (non-refundable)
    Instructor: Keith Kemmer
    Location: Grand Lake Center @ 301 Marina Drive, Grand Lake, CO

    Registration closes July 1, 2025

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  • Plein Painting

    Plein Air Painting: Go Outside and Paint!

    Date: Saturday – Monday, Oct 11 – 13, 2025 (9am-4pm)
    Cost: $300 (includes some materials, list will be provided for the rest, bring lunch)
    Level/Age: Beginner; 18+
    Instructor: Gail Denton
    Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO

    *Registration ends on July 4th, 2025. 

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