The AAW is an international, nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of woodturning.
Our mission is to provide education, information, and organization to those interested in turning wood.
Recent AAW News & Woodturning Related Info
POP's March Newsletter (3/17/10):
Click on this link to read the Professional Outreach Program (POP) March 2010 eNews
New benefit for visually impaired members (3/16/10):
Access to machine-readable American Woodturner issues for those members who are visually impaired, and use computer screen reading software - contact the webmaster if this applies to you.
New photo gallery (3/15/10):
Photos from the Tidewater Turners' Youth Program
Two new exhibits open in St Paul (3/11/10):
The AAW's Gallery of Wood Art opens "The Teapot" and "A Gathering of Spoons" - click here for more info.
Maple Medley Exhibit Entries (3/7/10):
Thanks to all those who entered the 2010 symposium special exhibit, Maple Medley - An Acer Showcase. To view a complete photo gallery of all the work that was entered into this juried show, click on this link.
Message from the AAW Board (3/5/10):
Click on this link to read Dale Larson's March message from the Board.
Child Safety legislation update (3/5/10):
There are two recently issued Government documents that may add illumination to this important subject to woodturners who make children's toys. The first is a 15 January, 2010 "Report to Congress" and the 2nd is "Statement of Policy" from late last year. Both documents are important updates, and should be studied carefully.
AAW Goes Green with Online Journals (3/2/10):
All current AAW members now have online access, through the Members Area of our website, to every issue of the American Woodturner - 25 years of online Journals, at your fingertips! Click on this link to read the full announcement from AAW President, Tom Wirsing. And, click on this link to view a short "How to Navigate the Online Journal" video.
New $38 "Online" membership level now available (3/2/10):
AAW is now offering a full membership for $38 per year to members who would prefer to receive the Journal electronically, through the AAW website. Click on this link to read the full announcement from AAW President, Tom Wirsing.
New membership benefit announced (3/1/10):
Every month, AAW will randomly draw names from our membership database, and award prizes to those selected. Winners will be announced each month on this webpage and in the American Woodturner. Stay tuned - more exciting membership benefits announcements coming soon.
Symposium Promotional Video (2/27/10):
If you're thinking of going to the 2010 Hartford symposium but haven't quite made your mind up, watch this video...in hi-resolution or in lo-resolution
Merchant and Vendor Discount Program (2/2/10):
Our new merchant and vendor discount program, available exclusively to AAW members, is up and running. Log onto the Members Area, and look for the link "Supporters of AAW" to learn more.
Message from the President and AW Editor (1/21/10):
Tom Wirsing, AAW President, and Betty Scarpino, Editor of the American Woodturner, have some important comments to share (reprint from Feb 2010 AW).
2010 Chapter Contests (1/19/10):
Local AAW Chapters compete each year for best Newsletter and Website recognition. The 2010 competition is now open. Click here to learn more.
