Building Drystack Walls

Building Dry-Stack Walls (Section B) – Mt. Cuba Center (Hockessin, DE)

Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: Mt. Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, Delaware

Learn traditional stonework at Building Dry-Stack Walls (Section B), a hands-on workshop at Mt. Cuba Center that focuses on constructing dry-stack stone walls without mortar. This session builds on the foundational skills covered in Section A and deepens techniques for selecting and fitting stones for stability and design. Throughout the class, participants work collaboratively with experienced instructors to craft a functional section of wall while learning about stone “batter,” leveling, and safe lifting practices. 

This workshop provides an in-person learning experience with opportunities to practice real-world stone-stacking techniques and will take place outdoors on the Mt. Cuba Center grounds, weather permitting.

What You’ll Learn:

• Advanced dry-stacking techniques for stone wall building
• How to choose and fit stones for structural integrity
• Slope alignment and drainage considerations for garden walls

Registration: Advance registration and ticket purchase are required through the Mt. Cuba Center event portal. 

About the Venue: Mt. Cuba Center is a native plant-focused botanical garden and education center in Hockessin, Delaware, offering ecological workshops, seasonal gardens, and community classes year-round.