Sharing North Carolina’s Clay Stories, Past and Present

Group Tours & Demos Available For Scheduling

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Events & Classes

Exhibitions & Shows

  • Clay Colorama

    March 3, 2026 - June 20, 2026

    Experience the brilliance of “Clay Colorama”, an exhibition celebrating the transformative power of color in contemporary ceramics.

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  • Fruitapalooza

    April 18, 2026 - June 20, 2026

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Featured News

  • Fired Up! Big Fire, Big Pots Raffle!

    Benefiting the North Carolina Pottery Center

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  • 2026 NC Potters Conference

    March 5 - 7, 2026 “Clay Colorama”

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  • Executive Director Lindsey Lambert receives professional service award from NC Museums Council.

    Newly Renovated Permanent Exhibit

    The wait is over! Our renovated North Carolina's Clay Stories, Past & Present exhibit is open to the public.

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  • Collage of NC Pottery Center events, activities, and exhibits.

    Matching Challenge Opportunity

    An extraordinary opportunity! Find out how YOU can help!

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  • North Carolina Pottery Center meets year one match challenge goal

    Year One Match Challenge Goal Met

    The North Carolina Pottery Center meets $400,000 Year 1 Goal for Matching Challenge Grant Opportunity!

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The Art of the State

We North Carolinians have long been enchanted by our potters who are able to transform lumps of clay into objects of startling beauty. That beauty and the stories behind it, old and new, is showcased by the North Carolina Pottery Center. Visit us and learn more about pottery and potters past and present.