March 1 - June 21, 2025

Discover the intersection of innovation and tradition in "Surface Stories", the new contemporary sales exhibition at the NC Pottery Center.

This show explores the power of prints, patterns, and motifs in ceramics, offering a visual journey through narratives, surface design, and transformative techniques.

Join us as we celebrate the artistry of shaping surfaces and elevating the ceramic experience.

Early May - June 21, 2025

Sip, See, and Celebrate Life by joining us for A Cuppa, an exciting collaboration between the East Carolina University Ceramics Guild and the North Carolina Pottery Center.

June 29 - December 15, 2024

In our Humble Components show, you'll see old and contemporary pieces representing various North Carolina traditions and techniques.

June 29 - December 15, 2024

Come stroll through our Something's Afoot show featuring footed pieces by fourteen of our state's wonderful potters! For this show, "footed" means having two or more points of contact with the ground.

February 10 - June 15, 2024
This exhibition, shows examples made during the Hillside Pottery period alongside those from Smithfield Art Pottery for the first time.

April 24 - June 15, 2024
In collaboration with the ECU Ceramics Guild, the North Carolina Pottery Center is pleased to present “Like Buttah!”