Purpose:

    Since its founding in 1980 the Washington Woodworkers' Guild's primary goals have been the education of its members in all aspects of woodworking and the promotion of interest in woodworking in the Washington metropolitan area.  Efforts toward these goals have taken various forms:  demonstrations at monthly meetings; technical seminars by nationally known experts; exhibitions of members' work; maintenance of a woodworking videotape library; book and tool purchasing programs; and the publication of a monthly newsletter - 'The Wooden Word'.

            View the WWG Bylaws

Our Members:

The Guild has nearly 150 members, eighty percent of whom are hobbyists, with the remainder making a living from the craft.  Member skill levels vary from novice to professional.  Member interests cover all types of woodworking: furniture (modern, antique reproduction or restoration); turning; carving; box making; toy and model making; marquetry; gilding; musical instrument making; antique tool collecting; and environmental health and safety. 

     Membership in the Guild is open to anyone with an interest in woodworking, regardless of level of skill or knowledge.  Dues are $24.00 per year.  (See FAQ's for membership information)

Meetings:

Meetings are normally held on the third Tuesday of the month (except August) at 7:30pm at the Bryant Center, Alexandria, VA.  A typical meeting consists of a business portion to discuss the status of the club, upcoming events, group book & tool purchases, and other Guild activities.  The business portion of the meeting is then followed by a 'Special Program' highlighting some new aspect of woodworking for skill enhancement and education. (See FAQ's for directions)