The American Bladesmith Society, Inc is a 501c3 non profit organization dedicated to education and the revival of the art and craft of the forged blade.
Texarkana College, Haywood Community College, New England School of Metalwork, Southern Ohio Forge and Anvil Bladesmith School, La Forge d' Ostiches, and Heavin Forge School offer American Bladesmith Society approved Bladesmithing courses taught by experienced Master Smiths.
The ABS also sponsors weekend Hammer-Ins and Youth Programs throughout the year in different regions of the United States.