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The Bascom is working towards creating a more integrated and user-friendly experience for our visitors. Please read the following information to familiarize yourself with the process.

How does it work?

Whenever you register for a class or workshop online, you'll be prompted to create a user account during the registration process. The information you provide there can then be used to log in here.

  1. Register for a Workshop
  2. Create your username and password during the registration process
  3. Check your email (Don't see it in your inbox? Check your junk/spam folder and mark it as not junk/spam)
  4. Click on the activation link in the email and... Voila! You're good to go!

 

12
Dec
2026

All Ages Pottery: Ornaments

December 12, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Ornaments

Come make a variety of personalized ornaments to keep or share with family and friends. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up.

19
Dec
2026

Intro to Watercolor I: Learning the Strokes

December 19, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Caryn Raming
$75.00
Intro to Watercolor I: Learning the Strokes

Artists will have the opportunity to try their hand at watercolor, learning a variety of Watercolor strokes. Guided by your experienced instructor, Caryn Raming, this workshop is perfect for those who haven’t tried watercolor in a while, or those who are brand new to the medium!

All Materials are provided – just bring your willingness to learn. Come ready to paint, explore, and grow your skills in a supportive, creative environment.

19
Dec
2026

Intro to Watercolor III: Practicing Skills

December 19, 2026 2:00 pm -4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Caryn Raming
$75.00
Intro to Watercolor III: Practicing Skills

Expand your watercolor confidence in this hands-on workshop designed for adults with beginner-level experience. Guided by your experienced instructor, Caryn Raming, you'll use your foundational knowledge of strokes and washes to create watercolor paintings. This session is perfect if you've painted in watercolor before and are ready to strengthen your technique through practice and guidance.

All materials will be provided—just bring your favorite brushes, paints, or tools, and a willingness to learn. Come ready to paint, explore, and grow your skills in a supportive, creative environment.

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Opening Hours

Exhibitions & Shop
Tuesday - Saturday; 10 am - 5 pm

Studio Barn 
Monday - Saturday; 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday; Noon - 5 pm

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Visit: 323 Franklin Road
Highlands, NC 28741 (Map It)

Call: 828-526-4949 (Main)
828-787-2892 (Ceramics Studio)

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This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Learn more at NCArts.org

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 Funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at SouthArts.org.

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 Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org