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Classes
- Classes
  We offer classes year round in handbuilding, wheel-throwing, casting and glazing, for people of all ages, from beginner to advanced. Our classes are taught by top practitioners.
- Workshops
  We offer workshops for a variety of skill levels, ages, and interests, including family workshops and master artist workshops.
- Summer Camps
  With half-day and full-day programs throughout the summer, kids ages 6 and up can explore the exciting world of clay.
Events
- Calendar
  Explore all events: Date Nights, exhibition openings, workshops, and more.
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- Public Programs
  Upcoming events including free Hands on Clay, Clay Fest, artist talks, and more. Drop by, bring family and friends.
  - Plan to be with us
- Host an Event
  Planning a birthday? Throwing a reception? Learn about how to create memories with The Clay Studio!
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Exhibitions
- Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
  Check out what’s on view and what’s coming soon at The Clay Studio.
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- Past Exhibitions
  Our exhibitions have featured the work of renowned artists from around the country and the world.
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- Permanent Collection
  Our permanent collection features notable works by The Clay Studio’s resident artists.
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Artists
- Artists
  Explore the full index of Artists
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- Resident & Guest Artists
  Our reputation as a world class art center attracts a diverse range of artists, who in turn enhance the entire creative enterprise
  - Meet our Resident and Guest Artists
- In-House Artists
  Above our gallery and shop is a lively atelier of Associate Artists, Work Exchange Artists, Student and Staff Artists — a welcoming family of makers and mentors.
  - Meet our in-house artists
Claymobile
- Claymobile
  Our Claymobile brings a "popup" ceramics studio to your school, neighborhood organization, or social service agency anywhere in the Philadelphia region. We believe that creativity for all is a critical force for good.
  - Learn more and request a claymobile
- Our Neighbors & Friends
  Community engagement — it's about being a good neighbor, but also a strong neighbor. The Clay Studio believes that creativity helps empower people, who in turn empower their community.
  - Our growing community
- Our Partners & Peers
  Our partnerships run deep — with our city, and with regional and national organizations dedicated to ceramics, art, design, and craft. We think it's important to recognize our supporting partners, whose collaborative work makes it all possible.
  - Our partners and peers
Shop
- Shop
  Shop all handmade ceramics at the Clay Studio.
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- Shop Specials & Collections
  Shop Specials & Collections at the Clay Studio.
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- Shop By Artist
  Shop by Artist at the Clay Studio.
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Claymobile Partners

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Claymobile Partners
Fall 2021-2022

Schools

Anna Blakiston Day School

Bache-Martin Elementary School

Bayard Taylor School

Belmont Charter Network

Children's Village

Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School

Early Life Academy

E.M. Stanton School

Francis Scott Key School

Feire Charter Middle School

Grace Trinity Academy

Hill Top Preparatory School

Holy Cross Catholic School

Holy Family Regional Catholic School

Holy Redeemer Chinese Catholic School

Independence Charter School

John H. Webster Elementary School

John F. McColskey Elementary School

John Moffet School

Jules E. Mastbaum High School

Lewis Elkin School Art Club

Mastery School Pickett Campus

Mastery School Shoemaker Campus

Overbrook High School

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Primrose Scool of Center City Philadelphia

Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School

Science Leadership Academy Middle School

St. Albert the Great School

St. Anthony of Padua Regional Catholic School

St. Eugene School

St. Genevieve School

St. Helena Incarnation Catholic School

St. Isidore School

St. Katherine of Siena Catholic School

St. Malachy Catholic School

St. Monica Catholic School

Vaux Big Picture High School

Widener Memorial School

William H. Hunter School

Camps

Somerset Academy Early Learning Center

Summer at Courtyard Camp

Young Achievers Learning Center

Community Centers

Centro Nueva Creación

Cione Recreation Center

Har Zion Temple

Lutheran Settlement House

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries

MLK Community Center

The Salvation Army Citadel Corps

The Salvation Army Tabernacle Corps

Service Centers

Better Tomorrows

Independence Blue Cross

Inglis Innovation Center

Intensive Prevention Services

Mann Older Adult Center

Marconi Older Adults Center - Caring People Alliance

Mercy LIFE West Philadelphia

Restore Health at University City

St. James School The Welcome Table

Turning Points for Children

University of Pennsylvania Residential and Hospitality Services

Women Against Abuse

Public Workshop/Events

Other Organizations

Education Works

Ferry Ave. Branch - Camden County Library

Free Library of Philadelphia Eastwick Branch

Friends of Adaire

Gateway to College - Community College of Philadelphia

Glen Foerd on the Delaware

Hatfield House - Fairmount Park Conservancy

Lawncrest Library

Nilsa Cruz Perez Downtown Branch - Camden County Library

Philadelphia Cricket Club

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

St. Thomas Aquinas OST

Sunrise of Philadelphia

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The Clay Studio
1425 N American Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122

215-925-3453
info@theclaystudio.org

Gallery & Shop Hours

Monday–Friday 11am – 5:30 pm
Saturday–Sunday 11am – 5pm

Second Thursday Hours

Second Thursday of each month,
5pm – 8pm

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