Traditional Pottery Workshop (Family)
Learn traditional pottery techniques as each participant shapes and decorates their own clay pot by hand using time-honored methods. Take your creation home to paint and finish!
Event Details
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Masonville Library (30 North Centre Rd, London, ON)
Ages: Family-friendly
Cost: Free
Registration: Required (Maximum 15 attendees)
Presenter: Lower Thames Valley Conservation Area
About This Event
Experience the ancient art of pottery making! This hands-on workshop teaches traditional pottery techniques, where each participant will shape and decorate their own clay pot using methods passed down through generations. It’s an amazing art project that connects families with traditional crafts.
What You’ll Learn
- Traditional hand-building pottery techniques
- Clay shaping and forming methods
- Decorating and finishing techniques
- Cultural significance of pottery making
- Historical context of traditional crafts
What to Expect
- Hands-on pottery making experience
- Individual guidance from expert instructors
- Create your own unique clay pot
- Take home your pottery creation (can be painted at home)
- Learn about conservation and cultural heritage
About the Presenter
The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Area brings expertise in traditional crafts and cultural heritage, providing authentic instruction in time-honored pottery techniques.
Registration
Registration starts July 31, 2025 at 9:00 AM and ends August 7, 2025. You can register:
- Online through the Eventbrite link
- In person at any London Public Library location
- By calling 519-661-4600
Contact
Phone: 519-661-4600
Website: London Public Library Events
Categories
Create & Make, Summer