The CLA was organized as an association of contemporary muzzleloading collectors and artists.
This association recognizes the scope of collecting as traditional muzzleloading longrifles, pistols, fowlers, their accoutrements, and related objects handmade after the mid-twentieth century.
Benefits of Membership Include:
For registration and information about the CLA Annual Show, please visit the following links.
Have you ever thought about developing your artistic skills?
Frontiersmen frequently had limited options, which has resulted in a wealth of collectibles for us today.
You can become an artist when you experience being a maker with the right training with an affiliated CLA workshop.
Identify a workshop or seminar near you!
The CLA is a sponsor or is affiliated with many events. As a CLA member, you may attend these events.
There are many events within 3 hour’s drive of more than 85% of our membership.
Identify a longrifle show or frontier event near you!
