Welcome to Night Owl Iron Works. Located in downtown Rutherfordton, North Carolina, this place got its start in 2016 when owner Jordan Jackson converted a lucrative hobby into a new career. Here they focus on forging quality hand-made products… and community.

In addition to crafting custom works for homes and businesses, this place offers classes where anyone can come in and try their hand at this centuries-old practice. Time to limber up the old right arm and get to work.

The craft of blacksmithing is one of violent blows and intricate detail. It’s one of time, patience, and furious fast work. Here in the classes, they do a great job of guiding your efforts as you watch the metal transform before your eyes into something pretty amazing.

The classes range from multi-day workshops to 30-minute lessons – hammering out a variety of items from knives to Tomahawks. Watching the metal take shape before your eyes is really incredible – and at the end of the class, to your own amazement.

There are plenty of items for purchase here as well if you want to take home something that was done by a true artisan. From ironworks to leatherworks and plenty of cool merch. And when the hard work is done and you’re ready to bask in the glory of your efforts, it’s time to belly up to the bar.

The folks here make an effort to pour local craft brews from area favorites. And there are plenty of non-alcoholic options as well. With indoor and outdoor seating available, it’s a great spot to relax with friends and family.

This local business is a fantastic destination for trying something new, fun, and different – all in a beautiful quaint southern town with a charming main street to explore. Night Owl Iron Works is here to stoke your curiosity and feed the fire of your creativity.