events
hands-on experiences for kids
Join us for a guardian + child tile making workshop
$50 Per Slot - includes admission for one legal guardian (18+) and one child (7-15 years of age).
Learn alongside your child in this 1-hour workshop where both participants will create their own tile using terracotta slabs, extra clay, and colored slips!
Children must be accompanied by an adult, and vice versa. Once fired, your tiles will be ready for pick-up at a later date.
Saturday, February 8 | 10am - 5pm
Valentine's Shopping Day
We are celebrating the season of love with music, treats, and pottery at Pewabic! Enjoy classic love songs played by the Scott Wrona Jazz Trio in our kiln room. We will have coffee, hot cocoa, and cookies available to tame your sweet tooth, and you can enter our Guess-to-Win giveaway where a lucky winner will receive a Pewabic tile when the drawing ends after Valentine’s Day.
February 13 & 14 | 10am - 5pm
Valentine's Flower Days
The pottery will be filled with blooms during our Valentine's Flower Days on February 13 & 14. With each vase purchase, you can build your own bouquet with colorful flowers for just $8! Available while supplies last.
While you're in store, you can enter our Guess-to-Win giveaway where a lucky winner will receive a Pewabic tile when the drawing ends after Valentine’s Day.
glaze a tile like our artisans
register for a tile glazing workshop
During these 1-hour workshops, participants choose one of 3 tile designs and learn how to glaze in the same way as our fabrication team. Once fired, tiles will be ready for pick up at a later date. Workshops are reserved for individuals 18 years of age and older.Â
$10 per participant every second Saturday
second saturday tours
We are absolutely thrilled to offer the opportunity for pre-scheduled, docent-led tours through our captivating historic museum and modern fabrication facility.
Join us every second Saturday from 12 pm to 1 pm as we embark on an exciting journey through the wonderful world of ceramic art together!
Coming Soon!
Virtual History Talks
We will be announcing new Virtual History Talk dates as they approach! Please stay tuned through Pewabic News or follow us on social media for updates @pewabic.
Join Pewabic's Education Director & Archivist, Annie Dennis, for a virtual look into the rich history of Detroit's iconic Pewabic Pottery.
Pictured: Pewabic's Co-Founder Mary Chase Perry Stratton in the early 1900s.
SAVE THE DATE
2025 HOUSE & GARDEN SHOW
Thursday, June 5 | TICKETED EVENT
Friday - Sunday, June 6-8 | OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Join us for Pewabic's Annual House & Garden Show celebration of ceramic art. The weekend starts with our Garden Party ticked event on Thursday evening with a strolling supper and lively music under the big tent. Visit us Friday - Sunday to explore Detroit’s National Historic Landmark Pottery with a strolling tour, shop ceramic art, learn about Pewabic's over 120 years of making in Detroit, and enjoy the weekend biergarten in the courtyard.
SAVE THE DATE
SUMMER sale
Saturday, July 26 - MEMBERS ONLY
Sunday, July 27 - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Pewabic’s annual sale of seconds is one of our most popular events. Shop seconds and unique finds under the big tent for up to 50% off! This is a great opportunity to get imperfect Pewabic vessels and art tiles at a steep discount.
Become a member for first day access!