Weekend Ceramics Workshops

Explore clay and the pottery wheel in our weekend ceramics workshops designed for kids and families. These hands-on studio experiences offer a welcoming introduction to working with clay through guided instruction, creative exploration, and tactile learning. 

Participants will experiment with foundational ceramics techniques, including wheel throwing and handbuilding, while learning about form, texture, and process in a supportive studio environment. Workshops are beginner-friendly and led by experienced teaching artists, with all materials provided. 

Each session is designed as a small-group experience to allow for individualized support and meaningful making time. Advance registration is recommended, as space is limited.

Intro to the Pottery Wheel: Ceramics Workshop (Adults, Teens, Kids 8+)

Get an introduction to the pottery studio in this one-session ceramics workshop for adults, teens, and kids ages 8 and up. Guided by Museum teaching artists, participants will explore the pottery wheel for the first time while learning foundational techniques like centering clay, shaping simple forms, and creating small ceramic vessels.

This hands-on experience emphasizes creative exploration, tactile learning, and skill-building in a supportive studio environment.

Upcoming Dates:

• January 10, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• January 17, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• January 24, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• January 31, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• February 7, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• February 14, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• February 21, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• February 28, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• March 7, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• March 14, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• March 21, 1pm-3pm: Register here!
• March 28, 1pm-3pm: Register here!

Clay Together: Ceramics At The Wheel (Ages 5–7 with Adult)

Spend a creative morning working side by side with your child in this caregiver-and-child pottery wheel workshop for ages 5–7 and their grown-ups. Guided by Museum teaching artists, families will explore the wheel together through playful, hands-on instruction in a welcoming studio space.

Get comfortable at the wheel as you experiment with centering clay, shaping simple forms, and adding texture using tools and touch. The focus is on process, collaboration, and shared discovery. No experience needed and all materials are included.

Upcoming Dates:

• January 10, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• January 24, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• February 7, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• February 21, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• March 7, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• March 21, 10am-12pm: Register here!

Clay Together: Handbuilding Workshop (Ages 5–7 with Adult)

Spend a creative morning working side by side with your child in this caregiver-and-child ceramics workshop for ages 5–7 and their grown-ups. Guided by Museum teaching artists, families will explore clay through playful, hands-on activities in a welcoming studio space.

Pinch, coil, roll, and sculpt as you collaborate on imaginative clay creations and enjoy the process of making together. No experience needed and all materials are included.

Upcoming Dates:

• January 17, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• January 31, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• February 14, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• February 28, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• March 14, 10am-12pm: Register here!
• March 28, 10am-12pm: Register here!

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