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Our Offices and Studios will close December 23, 2025 at 1:00 pm and will reopen January 2, 2026 at 10:00 am

Upcoming

January 10, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Opening Reception for “Teapots XI” and “In The Beginning…”

Join us at Baltimore Clayworks for an evening of art, community, and celebration at the opening rece...

January 15, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Deadline to apply to the Mary E. Nyburg Fund for Artist Development

Apply here OPENS December 1, 2025 DUE January 15, 2026, 11:59 pm (EST) The Mary E. Nyburg...

March 1, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Tea in the Gallery

We invite you to a quiet celebration on March 1, 2026, from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, as Teapots XI nears...

April 1, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Deadline to Apply for Baltimore Clayworks Residency Programs

Long-term Artists Residencies (1-3 years) Our long-term residencies offer early to mid-career ar...

June 12, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Annual Pottery Seconds Sale & Preview Party

Our annual fundraising event is coming! Save the date for the Annual Pottery Seconds Sale Preview Pa...

Upcoming Events

January 10, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Opening Reception for “Teapots XI” and “In The Beginning…”

Join us at Baltimore Clayworks for an evening of art, community, and celebration at the opening rece...

January 15, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Deadline to apply to the Mary E. Nyburg Fund for Artist Development

Apply here OPENS December 1, 2025 DUE January 15, 2026, 11:59 pm (EST) The Mary E. Nyburg...

March 1, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Tea in the Gallery

We invite you to a quiet celebration on March 1, 2026, from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, as Teapots XI nears...

April 1, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

Deadline to Apply for Baltimore Clayworks Residency Programs

Long-term Artists Residencies (1-3 years) Our long-term residencies offer early to mid-career ar...

June 12, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Annual Pottery Seconds Sale & Preview Party

Our annual fundraising event is coming! Save the date for the Annual Pottery Seconds Sale Preview Pa...

Exhibitions

Teapots XI

Baltimore Clayworks proudly presents our 11th biannual juried exhibition, Teapots XI. The juror, Pete Pinnell, selected the functional and sculptural teapots created by emerging and established artists.

In The Beginning…

A special exhibition honoring the visionary artists who laid the foundation for our organization nearly half a century ago.

Community Arts Winter Showcase

A vibrant exhibition highlighting the talent, curiosity, and creativity of our students, teaching artists, and community partners.

Gallery and Shop Hours Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sunday-Monday, 12:00 – 5:00 pm

News from Baltimore Clayworks

2026 Summer Camp

June 15 – August 21, 2026 This summer, we are offering TEN WEEKS of full-day camps for children ages 6-9, 9-12 and half-day camps for teens ages 12-16! All camps

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Celebrating 45 Years of Creativity

“A space for all.” That’s the meaning behind our Baltimore Clayworks 45th anniversary logo. Just as a kiln carefully holds ceramic art, test tiles, and pottery while fire transforms them

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Classes

Workshops / Visiting Artists

Adult Classes and Workshops feature visiting artists, special topics for a concentrated experience. Try something new or discover a specific technique.

Adults

Classes are offered for beginning through advanced adult students in wheel throwing, hand building, sculpture, a variety of glazing techniques, and wood kiln firing.

Kids & Youth

Classes and Summer Camps focus on fun and experimentation. It can get messy as students build skills and discover their creativity. Materials and firing are included.

Digital Archive

Baltimore Clayworks Virtual Library

Baltimore Clayworks continues to promote its mission of sharing the joy of clay with all, even those who are unable to travel to our studios. Please enjoy our virtual workshops, classes and artist talks.

Digital Maryland Collection

The collection includes photographs, event flyers, newsletters, press materials, catalogs, and internal documents - highlighting the organization’s evolution, its role in nurturing artists, and its impact on the broader community.

The Shop

Find unique artworks created by talented local and nationally recognized ceramic artists!

If you’re looking for a unique gift for a special someone or a beautiful addition to your home décor or table, our shop has something to offer. Come and explore our full selection of handmade ceramic arts and pottery today.

Shop Online anytime, or visit us in person. The shop and galleries are open Tuesday – Saturday from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday – Monday from 12:00 – 5:00 pm. Gift cards available!

Artists

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2025 – Short-Term Resident Artist

2025 – 2026 Long-term Resident Artist

2025 – 2026 Lormina Salter Fellow

2025 – 2026 EMBARC Fellow

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2024 – 2026 Long-term Resident Artist

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2024 – 2025 Lormina Salter Fellow

2025 – 2026 Long-term Resident Artist

Community Arts

Community Project with CASA

Baltimore Clayworks is committed to inclusion by promoting creative opportunities to all children, adults, and seniors.  Baltimore Clayworks partners to curate and provide ceramics classes within schools, community centers, churches, and social service agencies, along with outreach and recovery programs throughout Baltimore City and the surrounding regions.  

Baltimore Clayworks maintains its commitment to the communities we serve throughout Baltimore City and in the region. If you are a community group interested in hosting clay programming at your location, please contact Stephen Callender, Director of Community Arts and Engagement, at stephen.callender@baltimoreclayworks.org

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