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Exploring pewter making items.
Very informative and personalized. We enjoyed learning and attempting to design the Bluenose II. Because we booked on our own we didn't have to share our time with the bus loads of people from cruise ships and tours.
Hands-On Workshop with Amos Pewter | Mahone Bay
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At a glance
- Duration
- 45 min
- Price from
- $13 / person
- Location
- Halifax, Canada
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Amos Pewter
- Meeting point
- Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your scheduled tour and check in with a staff member inside the store.
Description
There’s something special about stepping into an Amos Pewter shop. The gentle hum of craftsmanship, the rhythmic tapping of artisans at work, and the warmth of a tradition that’s been alive for over 50 years — it all comes together to create an experience you won’t forget.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 5+)
- $13
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Unfinished Pewter Piece
Pewter Carving Tools
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
10 reviews
How it compares in Halifax
- Rated higher than 73% of 77 reviewed tours in Halifax
- Starting price $13 is 80% below the typical $64 for tours of similar length in Halifax
Excurgo comparison of 193 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hands-On Workshop with Amos Pewter | Mahone Bay take?
Hands-On Workshop with Amos Pewter | Mahone Bay lasts about 45 min.
How much does Hands-On Workshop with Amos Pewter | Mahone Bay cost?
Prices start at $13 per person for this Halifax experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hands-On Workshop with Amos Pewter | Mahone Bay run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Can I cancel Hands-On Workshop with Amos Pewter | Mahone Bay for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your scheduled tour and check in with a staff member inside the store. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hands-On Workshop with Amos Pewter | Mahone Bay offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Hands-On Workshop with Amos Pewter | Mahone Bay worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Amos Pewter.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
Lovely hands on...
Lovely hands on experience. Jake made us feel like even we could create art lol. Loved it!! And the length of time allowed for lots of other activities during the day.
K
Fun and informative hands on tour
Very interesting little tour and workshop using the same methods that they use to create pewter ornaments. We got to take home our own Bluenose ship that we worked on. I put a magnet on mine and it’s on the fridge (thanks to the other couple who were in the group for that idea!)
A
Interesting!
We learned about how pewter is made and tried our hands at part of the process! The artisans in the shop demonstrated the more technical parts and answered questions. It was a very relaxing and yet fun little workshop! My husband had been a skeptic, but really enjoyed it too!
S
Awesome afternoon learning about pewter!
Spent an awesome afternoon learning about pewter and how it is made. Part of the tour is having a hands on experience of tracing a mold and cleaning up the final product. Thanks Hailey, Hanna, and Taz for creating a memorable experience!
A
Fantastic experience!
Great! At Amos Pewter we participate in the workshop and know the process of producing a jewel. I recommend this tour.
P
It was fun to see Luke...
It was fun to see Luke melt the pewter and tell us how the figures are molded and cast. We were stopping by Halifax on a cruise ship. The people at the store were very nice.
K
Great experience for family with teens
This was a great experience! The workshop/tour was personalized and well priced. The staff was personable and helpful. We learned a lot and had a great time!
M
Highly recommend
Fun activity for the whole family. Our guide was great and full of information! Very interesting to see how the pieces are made.
D
Great time at Amos Pewter
This is a wonderful experience for a family. All the people in the shop were terrific. They obviously love working there.
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