Our Latest News
CLASS REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
Classes are officially open for late January and early February, and we couldn’t be happier to welcome both familiar faces and brand-new makers into our new teaching studios.
Click below to register and be part of this next chapter. We’re so excited to have you with us.
Our Clay Supply Company is open!
We’re currently operating out of our temporary warehouse and plan to move into our beautiful new studio in early February, complete with a full pottery supply store offering clay, raw materials, glazes, tools, and more.
Need clay right away? Click below to place your order, we’ve got you covered.
Gallery Opening Coming Soon
We’re also getting ready for the soft opening of our fine ceramic arts gallery in the coming weeks. The gallery will feature a special selection of survivor pots that made it through the flood, alongside beautiful new work from our incredible resident artists.
Stay tuned for the official announcement soon.
Welcome to The Village Potters Clay Center
We are a vibrant creative community dedicated to the exploration of clay. Our collective studio is the perfect place for you to come learn, create, get inspired, shop, and simply experience the beautiful world of clay all in one place. Explore our fine art ceramics gallery, take a weekly class, come for a workshop, and stock up on pottery supplies.
Visit Our Gallery
Our clay center's gallery is one of Western North Carolina's premier galleries selling fine ceramic art and functional work. We have exquisite, handcrafted work that was created onsite by our six Resident Potters and a handful of our Working Studio tenants.
Learn With Us
Our educational programs offer many ways to learn and explore the ceramic arts. With a mix of classes, workshops, and online offerings for all skill levels, you can dive into exactly what you want to learn, in a way that feels right for you.
Pottery Supplies
We are here for all of your clay and ceramic supply needs. From clay and raw materials to glazes and pottery tools, think of us as your one-stop shop for supplies. We are proud distributors of Laguna, Standard and KYMudworks clays, as well as AMACO glazes, Brent pottery wheels and more.
Our Mission
The Village Potters Clay Center is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of fine craft, inspiring passion, nurturing growth, and supporting sustainable careers for the next generation of clay and ceramic artists.
How can you help? Donate!
Your donations are now tax-deductible since we have transformed into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. In order for you to get your donation receipt, please provide us with your name, email, and mailing address.
Contribute online
Make your donation directly online through our GiveButter fundraising page by pressing the button below:
Send a check
Make your check out to
“The Village Potters Foundation”
Mail to:
The Village Potters
Attn. Executive Director
44 Westgate Parkway, Asheville, NC 28806
Please put “Recovery” in the memo line.
Thank you to our sponsors
ALL are welcome at The Village Potters Clay Center
All cultures | All religions | All colors | All beliefs | All ages | All sizes | All genders | All sexual orientations | All types | All people
We are deeply committed to serving and supporting every person. We maintain a community which recognizes, values, and celebrates the worth and uniqueness of all individuals. We do not discriminate of the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or military status.
Stay in the Know
Get the latest studio news directly to your inbox by subscribing to our monthly newsletter:
Connect with us on social media to see the day-to-day happenings of the studio: