Guild

history · business · crafts · community

Medieval Power. Guilds were super strong in Europe during the Middle Ages, where only members could sell their stuff or practice their skill in a city. This gave guilds huge control over their town's economy.

Training System. Guilds trained young people called apprentices who learned the craft by working alongside masters for years. Once they proved their skills, they could become journeymen or even masters themselves.

Strict Rules. Guilds made rules about prices, working hours, and how many apprentices each master could have. These rules protected quality work but also made it harder for new people to compete.

Many Crafts. Guilds existed for all kinds of work like carpentry, metalwork, tailoring, stonework, and baking. Each trade had its own guild to keep standards high.

Then and Now. While medieval guilds faded away, similar groups still exist today in many countries and cultures, protecting skilled workers and maintaining tradition.