Ceramics Program

For more than 50 years, the Ceramics Program has served Harvard University and the greater community with its exciting educational offerings. 

Known internationally for its leadership in the field, the Ceramics Program provides a creative learning environment for a dynamic mix of students and professionals from the University, greater Boston, and the international community. Courses are offered over three semesters at all levels, as well as courses and events just for Harvard undergraduates, workshops in the Houses, FAS courses and student groups. Complementing the wide range of courses are lectures, workshops, and demonstrations by visiting artists and ceramics symposia involving potters, sculptors, art historians and archaeologists from all over the world.

a person loads a kiln

Opportunities for Artists

Artist In Residence program, scholarships to our classes, Technical Training opportunity, and more.

clay pinch pot in progress on a work table with sketches of pot shapes behind it

Courses and Classes

ceramics and visual art classes open to adults 18+

Three platters by David Eichelberger

Workshops & Visiting Artist events

lectures, workshops, demonstrations and more

Featured Events

Upcoming Ceramics Events