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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!

 

07
Mar
2026

All Ages Pottery: Extruder Creatures

March 7, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Extruder Creatures

Come try out a new pottery tool! Use the extruder as the jumping off point for making an imaginary creature. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

We are no longer accepting registration for this event

09
May
2026

All Ages Pottery: Toad Houses

May 9, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Toad Houses

Make your own customized toad abode for all your amphibious friends. Student work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

16
May
2026

All Ages Pottery: Empty Bowls

May 16, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Empty Bowls

Come help us make bowls for the annual Empty Bowls fundraiser, which supports the International Friendship Center and the Highlands Food Pantry. You will make a bowl to donate and one to keep for yourself. Student work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

23
May
2026

All Ages Pottery: Wall Pocket Vase

May 23, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Wall Pocket Vase

Make a clay wall pocket for flowers, toys, or whatever you can dream up! Student work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

13
Jun
2026

All Ages Pottery: Fairy Doors

June 13, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Fairy Doors

Create a magical clay fairy door for indoor or outdoor display. Student work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

27
Jun
2026

All Ages Pottery - Pinch Pot Animals

June 27, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery - Pinch Pot Animals

Learn to make pinch pots and turn them into an animal, real or imaginary. Students can bring a stuffed animal or picture from home to use for reference if desired.  Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class

Ages:

6 and up 

11
Jul
2026

All Ages Pottery - Christmas in July: Luminary Trees

July 11, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery - Christmas in July: Luminary Trees

Make a luminary tree that can be used with real or electric candles. Pottery will be available for pickup two to three weeks after class.

Ages:

6 and up 

25
Jul
2026

All Ages Pottery: Fairy Doors

July 25, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Fairy Doors

Create a magical clay fairy door for indoor or outdoor display. Student work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

01
Aug
2026

All Ages Pottery: Toad Houses

August 1, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Toad Houses

 Make your own customized toad abode for all your amphibious friends. Student work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

08
Aug
2026

All Ages Pottery - Pinch Pot Animals

August 8, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery - Pinch Pot Animals

Learn to make pinch pots and turn them into an animal, real or imaginary. Students can bring a stuffed animal or picture from home to use for reference if desired.  Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class

Ages:

6 and up 

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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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