Pottery Classes in Connecticut
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Connecticut offers amazing pottery classes across many towns and cities. Middletown stands out as a pottery hub with Wesleyan Potters, the state's oldest craft school founded in 1948. This cooperative guild started when a small group of local residents wanted to learn pottery from a Wesleyan University professor.
You'll find excellent pottery studios in Guilford, where the famous Guilford Art Center has been teaching ceramics since 1967. Their well-equipped studio features 12 pottery wheels and multiple kilns. West Hartford's vibrant design district houses JunkPot Studio, owned by potter Pedro Centeno. The studio offers professional Brent wheels and high-quality tools for students. Other pottery destinations include Canton Clay Works, which specializes in wood firing techniques. Putnam features Sawmill Pottery in Connecticut's peaceful "Quiet Corner." Meanwhile, coastal towns like Fairfield and Darien offer paint-your-own pottery experiences at studios like Hands on Pottery. Hartford and New Haven areas host several pottery studios too. New Haven's Creative Arts Workshop provides pottery classes where students learn wheel throwing and glazing. These major cities connect pottery lovers to thriving arts communities throughout the state.
Connecticut Pottery Scene Today
Connecticut's pottery tradition runs deep. Colonial potters were making redware in towns like Goshen and Litchfield by 1750. By 1810, Hartford County alone had nine active potteries. Today's scene builds on these historic roots.
The Guilford Craft Expo marks its 64th year as one of New England's premier craft shows. Over 170 nationally recognized artists gather each July on Guilford Green. This beloved event draws thousands of visitors who come to see exceptional handmade pottery and other crafts. Guilford Art Center serves over 2,000 students yearly in 350 classes. Their pottery residency program supports emerging ceramic artists for full-year experiences. The center's holiday expo features works from over 300 American artisans, including many Connecticut potters. Connecticut's pottery community stays connected through cooperative guilds and educational centers. Studios offer everything from traditional wheel throwing to modern wood firing techniques. Many locations provide both beginner classes and advanced workshops with nationally known instructors. Explore our directory to find pottery classes throughout Connecticut and discover studios near you.
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