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Wooden Tankard Workshop

Queensland Museum Cobb+Co

Discover the traditional craft of coopering with seasoned artisan David Harriman. Create your own wooden tankard (wooden mug) and learn the essential skills to continue this rare trade at home. Meet your tutor David Harriman learnt the basics of wood-working through high school Manual Arts, a 12 month pre-vocational TAFE Course and by completing three years of a carpentry/joinery apprenticeship. Upon this foundation he has developed his own unique style. David has achieved a number of awards in wood working competitions, including first prize at the Toowoomba Show, and has been working in his own wood crafting business for 30+ years. All Hands-on Workshops have a limited number of participants to ensure you receive all the assistance and direction you require. Spectators are welcome at all workshops. Recommended 18 years and over Requirements Closed-in shoes, long sleeves and long pants. Please bring a water bottle. Contact the museum for accessibility information.
Handcrafted wooden tankard with handle displayed on table.
Close-up of wooden tankard looking down into the cup.
When
08 November, 2026
Venue
Queensland Museum Cobb+Co
Location and Directions27 Lindsay Street East Toowoomba Queensland 4350 Australia
Adult
$280
Bookings essential: Cost includes tuition, materials and meals.
Product Types
  • Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks
Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
Accreditation
  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
Accessibility
  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Accessibility Information
  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Dates
  • Sunday 08 November, 202609:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event