Wesleyan Potters

Wesleyan Potters Non-profit craft school + coop founded to promote the learning and development of skills in crafts.

Our programming is supported in part with support from the Connecticut Office of the Arts, which also receives funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Ready to learn the art of weaving? There are three weaving classes available at Wesleyan Potters, and once you’re enroll...
08/07/2026

Ready to learn the art of weaving? There are three weaving classes available at Wesleyan Potters, and once you’re enrolled, you can make the most of your time with our open weaving bench hours throughout the week!
🧶 Open Weaving Bench Times (for all weaving students):
• Monday: 9:30 AM–3:30 pm & 6:00–9:00 pm
• Tuesday: 12:30–9:00 pm
• Wednesday: 9:30 AM–5:30 pm
• Thursday: 12:30–9:00 pm
• Friday: 9:30 AM–4:30 pm
• Saturday: 12:30–4:30 pm
• Sunday: 12:30–3:30 pm
We can’t wait to see what you’ll weave! Link in the bio!

🏺 Discover what you can create with clay!Our Teen Pottery class is a welcoming space for young ceramic artists of all ex...
08/06/2026

🏺 Discover what you can create with clay!

Our Teen Pottery class is a welcoming space for young ceramic artists of all experience levels to explore the possibilities of working with clay.

Students will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing and glazing stoneware pottery, with select handbuilding techniques introduced throughout the session to expand their creative possibilities. Whether creating functional pieces or exploring artistic expression, students will build confidence, develop technical skills, and discover their own creative voice in clay.

✨ Thursdays | 4:00–6:00 PM
🍂 Fall Session begins August 27

Students also receive weekend bench time on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:30–3:00 PM, giving them additional opportunities to practice, refine their techniques, and continue developing their work outside of class. Potters may stay an additional hour from 3:00–4:00 PM with a $5 cash donation to our Scholarship Fund.

Taught by Jack Skinner, our 2025 Artist in Residence and current Studio Tech, who also teaches ceramics at Choate Rosemary Hall.

Give your teen the opportunity to experiment, create, and discover the joy of making with clay.

Register today:
https://register.wesleyanpotters.com/CourseCatalog/CatalogView.asp?ID=72

✨ Let your young maker's imagination take shape in clay!This fall, young artists will explore the creative possibilities...
08/06/2026

✨ Let your young maker's imagination take shape in clay!

This fall, young artists will explore the creative possibilities of clay while learning the fundamentals of handbuilding in our Youth Handbuilding class.

Students will transform simple lumps of clay into one-of-a-kind functional and sculptural pieces using techniques like pinching, coiling, slab construction, and extruding. Along the way, they'll experiment with texture, pattern, and surface decoration using stamps, carvings, lace, and natural objects.

🎨 Tuesdays | 4:00–6:00 PM
🍂 Fall Session begins September 1

Artist and educator Linda Schiwall will guide students through the process of creating, experimenting, and discovering the joy of working with clay.

Give your child the chance to build confidence, explore creativity, and make something completely their own.

Register today:
https://register.wesleyanpotters.com/CourseCatalog/CatalogView.asp?ID=72

Have you always wanted to make your own jewelry?There's something incredibly satisfying about taking a simple sheet of m...
08/06/2026

Have you always wanted to make your own jewelry?

There's something incredibly satisfying about taking a simple sheet of metal or a length of wire and transforming it into something you'll wear for years. Whether you're brand new or looking to build on your skills, our Jewelry & Metalsmithing classes are a welcoming place to learn.

🍂 Your next favorite hobby begins August 24th!

Openings available... especially in our Monday night class!
• Monday Evening
• Friday Morning
• Saturday Morning

Learn sawing, forming, soldering, stone setting, finishing, and more while creating beautiful, handcrafted jewelry in a supportive studio environment.

Register today while space is still available:
https://register.wesleyanpotters.com/CourseCatalog/categoryView.asp?id=253

Tag a friend who has always wanted to try jewelry making!

08/06/2026

There’s something mesmerizing about watching a loom at work. 🧶

Threads lift, shuttles fly, patterns emerge, and color becomes cloth, one rhythmic movement at a time.
It’s part mathematics, part engineering, part artistry, and entirely satisfying to watch come together.

Curious about weaving? Fall classes are open for registration at Wesleyan Potters, and beginners are always welcome! Come learn the craft, find your rhythm, and see what you can create, one thread at a time.

https://register.wesleyanpotters.com/CourseCatalog/categoryView.asp?id=254

08/03/2026

Bubble glazing is all about embracing creativity. 🫧✨ Every piece tells its own story through unique textures and patterns that can never be replicated. Thank you to Natalie for showing us this demonstration during Wednesday’s pottery class.

08/01/2026

✨ One of our favorite parts of class! Watching our studio manager giving us incredible demonstrations! 🎨☕

This week, students learned the art of handbuilding a mug.
Have you tried handbuilding before? Let us know in the comments! 👇

07/30/2026

Did you know we have teen jewelry classes? 💍

Our classes are a fun place to learn new skills and design jewelry.
Our amazing instructor, Andrea, is there to guide and encourage every step of the way. She brings so much creativity, kindness, and passion to every class, making it a welcoming space for every teen to shine. 💛

We can’t wait to see what you’ll create with us!

07/29/2026

A wall full of handmade mugs! ☕️Whether you’re searching for your new favorite morning coffee mug or the perfect handmade gift, our gallery has something waiting for you.
While you’re here, be sure to explore the rest of the gallery!
Come visit us at Wesleyan Potters in Middletown, CT.

✨ Fresh from the kiln! ✨Here are just a few of the beautifully glazed pieces in our kiln room. Every masterpiece is crea...
07/28/2026

✨ Fresh from the kiln! ✨
Here are just a few of the beautifully glazed pieces in our kiln room. Every masterpiece is created with creativity, patience, and a little kiln magic. 🤍
Feeling inspired? Your masterpiece could be next! Fall classes are the perfect opportunity to get your hands in clay and create work you’ll be proud of.
Visit our website to explore our Fall class offerings!

Address

350 S Main Street
Middletown, CT
06457

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10pm - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10pm - 6pm

Telephone

+18603475925

Website

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