A working museum building superior-quality utilitarian furniture
with only the tools, techniques, and finishes of the 1800s.

RVP1875

Master Furniture Maker
Interior of RVP~1875, showing various furniture projects

Welcome to RVP~1875

 RVP~1875 is located at 115 S. Wilson, in the historic Milligan Lumber, Grain & Coal building in Robby's quaint hometown of Jefferson, Iowa.  In addition to housing Robby's historic cabinet shop & museum, a portion of the building also houses theatre space for Robby's professional theatre company, History Boy Theatre Company.

RVP~1875 Currently Scheduled Classes
 

Beginner's Weekend Workshops for 2012
        January 27, 28 & 29                        March 9, 10 & 11
        September 28, 29 & 30                   November 9, 10 & 11


Advanced Workshops for 2012
        March 30, 31 & April 1st

 

We Have Gift Certificates! Whether you want to give the gift of a hand-crafted piece of furniture that will last for generations, or the gift of attending a class...Class gift certificates are available for only $250 for beginners, or $300 for advanced.

 

RVP~1875 News

Full-time apprentice wanted to learn trade of historical furniture making! For details, e-mail: robby@rvp1875.com

A portion of the RVP~1875 building is currently undergoing renovations in order to offer working loft spaces to other artisans. An in-house artisan store, as well as on-line shopping are in the works. If you would like to discuss the availability of renting loft space, please e-mail: robby@rvp1875.com

What's New

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History Boy Theatre Company

Great story at www.americanprofile.com/article/21130.html

For more information, please call: 515-370-4306