The Gates Chili Post recently interviewed RocAFC Executive Director Michael Krupnicki. To read the full article click on the picture below or click here.
The Gates Chili Post recently interviewed RocAFC Executive Director Michael Krupnicki. To read the full article click on the picture below or click here.
County Executive Maggie Brooks stopped by to present Michael Krupnicki with this fine congratulatory flag to honor the opening of The Rochester Arc & Flame Center. View our digital gallery for more pictures!

With the building construction complete, our staff and volunteers are now preparing for the Grand Opening on January 7th. Make sure to stop by anytime from 10am-5pm at 125 Fedex Way, Rochester, New York, directly next to Mahany Welding Supply. We hope to see you there!









Ready at last! Join us as we unveil to our community the Rochester Arc & Flame Center (RocAFC). Come see the only facility of its kind in the northeast that offers training in welding, glass working and blacksmithing. Instructors will be on hand demonstrating their crafts and discussing course offerings. Classes begin January 10th. Please join us in celebrating the opening of this truly unique arts facility.
The RocAFC construction is complete! Updated construction pictures will come soon. Arc & Flame Staff will now prepare for the public grand opening on January 7th, 2012. Tell us what you think about our new sign!


Ah, the day after Thanksgiving. Most of you are probably recovering from eating copious amounts of turkey and midnight shopping. We figured this stunning picture of our Welding Director, Kevin Adair, would jump start your day!

Congratulations! You've discovered the Rochester Arc & Flame Center! We are the only training facility in upstate New York to offer
recreational and professional classes in welding, flameworking, and blacksmithing. We are located down the street from our partner company Mahany Welding Supply. Our new facility will open January 2012, but class registration is available now online! Signup now before classes fill up!
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