The New Orleans Master Crafts Guild is reviving centuries-old apprenticeship training in the building trades. We are training new generations of highly-skilled master craftsmen who will be required to build and maintain the distinct architectural landscape of New Orleans.

Basic training is followed by apprenticeship placements with a skilled craftsman based on demonstrated interest and skills. Each participant will work full-time as an apprentice to a local skilled craftsman for at least six months. Program participants who successfully complete the six-month apprenticeship program will have the opportunity to continue for another six months and advance into assistantship positions.