Open Studio

Drop-In Visits

Kids’ Open Studio & Adult Open Studio
are opportunities for non-members to use the studio on a Drop-In basis.
Open Studio visits are non-instructional. Please join a class or schedule a lesson if instruction is needed.

Additionally, kiln services are available for adults working in home-studios. Drop-In Firing Credit or Kiln Rental. Cone 6 compatibility ONLY. Inquire for details.
GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE.

***** NO OPEN STUDIO 12/24, 12/25 & 1/1 *****
— OPEN STUDIO CLOSING at 4:30PM 12/13 —

Kids’ Open Studio
is intended for children ages 4-15 to use the studio to experiment with clay (building, banging, cutting, pinching, rolling, etc…) and work independently without the constraints of a particular goal. No use of pottery wheel without first completing a Child or Teen class or at least 5 lessons. An understanding of and willingness to complete clean-up procedures is required for Open Studio use.

$10 for a 2-hour visit.
Projects in process will be stored for up to 2 weeks.
Clay included, Firing Fees apply for items kept.

$10/Child + firing fees
Kids’ Punchcard $55/6 visits valid 1 year
Firing Fees $5-$15 per object depending upon size
Child Lessons $40 1-hour (16 & under)

KIDS’ OPEN STUDIO HOURS
Tue Noon – 7:00pm
Wed Noon – 7:00pm
Thur 10:00am – 7:00pm
Fri 10:00am – 7:00pm
Sat Noon – 7:00pm

Excluding CLOSED dates above.

Adult Open Studio
is a Drop-In studio experience for participants 16yrs and older who have completed a class or membership at MCP within the past year. Participants are expected to be familiar with all tools and equipment prior to use and to understand and follow clean-up procedures. Multiple visits will likely be required to complete your projects. No clay storage available unless monthly locker rental is purchased.

$25 for a 3-hour visit.
Projects in process will be stored for up to 2 weeks.
Clay and Firing Credit purchase required.

$25/Adult + clay + firing credit
Adult Punchcard $135/6 visits valid 1 year
Drop-In Firing Credit $40/10# for firing
Adult Lessons $55 75-minutes ($50 per for groups)

ADULT OPEN STUDIO HOURS
M 9:30am – 4:30pm
T 9:30am – 7:00pm
W 9:30am – 7:00pm
Th 9:30am – 7:00pm
F 9:30am – 7:00pm
Sa 9:30am – 7:00pm
Excluding CLOSED dates above.

Pricing Information

$25visit

Adult Open Studio

Adult Open Studio is an opportunity for adults with prior experience to work independently in the studio. Although these visits are non-instructional, studio staff are available to help everyone get set up and started. 3-hour visit.

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$5+varies

Firing Fees

Firing fees are only charged for finished pieces you’d like to keep from your Drop-In visit. These range $5-$15 depending on size/mass. This covers all material costs associated with finishing the item.

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$10visit

Kids Open Studio

Kids’ Open Studio is an opportunity for families to attend on a drop-in basis. Children are encouraged to explore clay without the constraints of a particular goal. Studio staff will help everyone get set up and started. 90-min. visit.

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$3010 lbs

Firing Credit

Pre-purchase credit, then ticket items when ready to fire. A one-time cost for bisque firing, glazes, and glaze firing is deducted from your firing credit account.

Drop-In Credit ($40/10#).

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$18+25# bag

Clay

We have a selection of ^6-10 stoneware, B-clay and porcelain clay available for purchase. Staff are happy to provide guidance to help you select the clay body best for your project.

Pricing start at $18 / 25lbs

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$30+varies

Kiln Rental

Have objects to fire from your own studio? Rent space in our kiln. Must be Cone 6 compatible clay. Rates are $30/shelf per firing. Full kiln rental is $125-$175. Max temp. is ^6.

Schedule

$40child

Kids Lesson

One-hour lessons for children are available on a variety of topics. This is a great way to get children started with pottery wheels (recommended for ages 8 and up). Weekly, bi-monthly, or monthly art schedules available!

Schedule

$55lesson

Adult Lesson

1.25-hour lessons for adults (16+) are available to explore topics and techniques of your choice. This is also a great way to try it out before taking a 6-week class. 6-lesson series are also available!

Schedule