Clay Camp Information

Pottery for Kids. Sign them up!

October 2024 Day Camp

  • clay kids day camp graphic

    Clay Kids Day Camp (AGES 7 -11)

    10/4/2024

    Learn the basic techniques to create Halloween-themed, hand-built ceramics: pinch, coil, & slab. Decorate with colorful underglazes.

    SIGN UP

  • Required Forms & Information

    A parent or guardian MUST complete and sign a Clay Camp Registration Form (linked below) for each child and then email the form to education@ncpotterycenter.org or drop it off at the North Carolina Pottery Center before the start of camp.

    Dress for a mess. Bring a water bottle and pack a lunch.

    No hand, wrist, or long necklace jewelry. Long hair must be pulled back. Closed-toed shoes only. Layered clothing. No electronics or toys are allowed during class time (excluding fidgets). Lunch break will be outside for 30 minutes depending on the weather. Plan to pack accordingly for hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bug spray.

    Dropoff will start at 9:55 AM.

    Pickup will be 2:00 PM

    Clay Camp Registration Form

August 2024 Day Camps - CLOSED

  • clay kids day camp graphic

    Clay Kids Day Camp (AGES 7 -11)

    REGISTRATION CLOSED

    8/22/2024

    Learn the basic techniques to create hand-built ceramics: pinch, coil, & slab. (Ex. Sea life sponge holder). Decorate with colorful underglazes

    SOLD OUT
  • youth pots day camp graphic

    Youth Pots Day Camp (AGES 12 -15)

    REGISTRATION CLOSED

    8/23/2024

    Learn the basics of using a potter’s wheel. Practice making cylinders to form cups, mugs, and dishes. Decorate with textures. Finished with students’ choice of glaze.

    SOLD OUT
2024 Summer Clay Camps advertising image.

2024 Summer Clay Camps
***SOLD OUT***

Tuesday -Thursday: 10 AM - 2 PM
& Saturday: 10 AM - 12 PM

Two Sessions (based on age):

  • Clay Kids (Ages 7-11), JUNE 18, 19, 20 & 22
    Kids will learn the basic techniques to create hand-built ceramics: pinching, coiling, slab. They will make things like colorful masks, cups, mugs, lidded jars, planters, and wall pockets.

  • Youth Pottery (Ages 12-15), JUNE 25, 26, 27 & 29
    Campers will learn the basics of using a potter’s wheel. They will make things like cups and mugs, bowls and plates, and decorate with textures and glaze.


Cost (and related info):

  • The camp fee is $155 per child for the full session.

  • The registration fee is non-refundable.

  • Payment is required in advance to secure a spot and register for a class.

  • No sibling or partial attendance discounts.

  • Works will be glaze-fired and ready for pickup in 2-3 weeks.


To Register:

Call (336) 873-8430 or visit the North Carolina Pottery Center (233 East Ave Seagrove, NC) to register in person.

Please review class policies and rules on our website before registering.

Questions? Email Us!


IMPORTANT

  • A parent or guardian MUST complete and sign a Clay Camp Registration Form for each child and then email it to education@ncpotterycenter.org or drop it off at the North Carolina Pottery Center before the start of camp.

  • Your child will not be able to attend camp if we do not have a completed form on file.

What will kids need?

Dress for a mess. Bring a water bottle and pack a lunch.

No hand, wrist, or long necklace jewelry. Long hair must be pulled back. Closed-toed shoes only. Layered clothing. No electronics or toys are allowed during class time (excluding fidgets). Lunch break will be outside for 30 minutes Tuesday-Thursday, depending on the weather. Plan to pack accordingly for hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bug spray.

Dropoff will start at 9:55 AM.

Pickup will be 2 PM Tuesday-Thursday and 12 PM Saturday.