An exciting series of informal conversations and get-togethers with ceramic artists, curators, scholars and friends — now in its fourth season! Come in person to our fourth floor Conference Room or tune in on Zoom.

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Clay Fest, Pottery Sales, Hands On Clay, CraftNow, public festivals -- these are just some of our family-friendly public events throughout the year. FREE.

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Making Place Matter will lead by listening, using clay as a metaphor for place, and place as a metaphor to examine the relationship between The Clay Studio and our new neighborhood.

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An exciting new series of clay tutorials, Lunch & Learn artist talks and tours, kid-friendly activities, and live conversations, all created by Clay Studio artists, teachers, and staff. There's something for everyone!

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Choose any Saturday family workshop and have fun learning basic wheel throwing or handbuilding projects with different creative themes. For kids ages 4+ and at least one adult.

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Are you excited to learn how ceramics intersect with other crafts? We've got just the thing. You'll also discover more about the robust craft community flourishing in Philadelphia.

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Planning a birthday? Throwing a reception? Honoring a special person? Make it an unique and memorable experience by working with us to plan a hands on, art making event.

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In this series of workshops, we asked our new neighbors in South Kensington to engage with us and artists Roberto Lugo​ and Jennie Shanker​ in ceramic art activities and conversations around the theme “Making Place Matter.”

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We invite people of all ages to use their hands and imaginations in “Hands On Clay,” funded by PNC Arts Alive. With the pandemic we still want to make clay accessible to all through virtual events with FREE clay kits available for pick-up.

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Mud Ball, our signature fundraising event of the year, is a festive evening with fabulous friends and fine art, including collectible ceramics. Mud Ball 2022 will be on September 16, and it will be in person at our new building.

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The Clay Studio is providing kiln & wheel rentals to anyone who needs firings at cone 06 bisque and cone 6 glaze firings.

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We offer workshops given by our Resident, Guest, and Visiting Artists -- masters in clay who have refined their technique, and whose vision can inspire anyone to take their clay-making to the next level.

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Join us to celebrate and say goodbye to 137-139 N. 2nd Street with tours of the building, photos, and a place to record your memories.

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Couples, singles, and friends are welcome to join us Friday evenings for fun, romance, and throwing on the potter's wheel. We provide instruction and refreshments, and will ship you your finished work.

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Come to one of these Saturday workshops and try your hand at the potter's wheel. It's a great way for a beginner to try things out before enrolling in a class!

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Want to stay inspired and informed about clay's storied traditions and current cutting-edge practices? We're your go-to place to see ceramic art and meet the artists. These free events celebrate critical thinking and thoughtful dialogue all year round.

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Community Maker Days are free, fun, hands-on clay workshops focused in the Greater Kensington neighborhood from May - September 2018. These events culminate in a Community Dinner bringing together everyone who participated in making the plates.

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