About this role
The primary function of the cabinetmaking apprentice is to rediscover, learn, and preserve the varied trade skills of the 18th-century cabinetmaker and interpret those skills to the public, both orally and in writing. This work is primarily accomplished in a public venue that recreates the vibrant workspace of the period, with off-site study or research as needed. The apprentice must become proficient in these skills so that he/she can teach future apprentices, ensuring that the trade is perpetuated.