Our Shop, Gallery, School, and Offices will be closed on May 30 in observance of Memorial Day.

Summer Classes begin July 5th.

Proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required for The Clay Studio employees, artists, students, and contractors. More details here.

DATE NIGHTS are currently still on hold due to the pandemic. You are welcome to purchase Gift Certificates for future workshops (Date Nights will be back!)

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      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.

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    • Workshops

      We offer workshops for a variety of skill levels, ages, and interests, including family workshops and master artist workshops.

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    • Summer Camps

      With half-day and full-day programs throughout the summer, kids ages 6 and up can explore the exciting world of clay.

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    • Date Nights

      Friday nights are free-wheeling as couples, singles & friends get together and try to become potters!

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    • Public Programs

      Free and open to the public — Hands on Clay, Clay Fest, and more. Drop by, bring family and friends.

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      Be informed and inspired while meeting thinkers and makers in ceramic art and craft.

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      Check out what’s on view and what’s coming soon at The Clay Studio.

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      Our exhibitions have featured the work of renowned artists from around the country and the world.

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      Our permanent collection features notable works by The Clay Studio’s resident 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

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      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.

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      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.

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    • 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.

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    • 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.

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Past Exhibitions

Our exhibitions have featured the work of renowned artists from across the country and around the world.

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Yixing Teapots: Curated by Xiaoping Luo

September 2nd - September 25th, 2005

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Tara Wilson: In the Niche

September 1st - January 1st, 2005

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Kari Radasch: Celebratory Objects 2004-2005 Evelyn Shapiro Foundation Fellow

September 1st - January 1st, 2005

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The Clay Studio
1425 N American Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
  • 215-925-3453
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Gallery & Shop Hours

Monday–Friday 11am – 6pm
Saturday–Sunday 11am – 5pm

Second Thursday Hours

Second Thursday of each month,
5pm – 8pm

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