Kids Pottery Classes, Workshops, and Studio Time in Chicagoland

There are loads of choices in our area for places that teach kids pottery classes. From tots to teenagers, there are classes for every age, including parent-child sessions. We’ve rounded up all the pottery classes Chicago’s suburbs have to offer. Whether it’s hand-building, wheel throwing, or simply painting, there’s certainly a place nearby to discover the art of pottery with your kids!

This article is sponsored by Bothwell Pottery and Pottery Studio 1.

Bothwell Pottery

Bothwell Pottery
Brookfield, IL
(708) 710-1771
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Bothwell Pottery offers hands-on classes where kids are introduced to a variety of techniques and skills for hand building, wheel throwing, and glazing. As kids improve their skills, they will be encouraged to explore and develop more independently. The kids wheel class will have extra time on the wheel.

Lil’ Kids Class is perfect for younger kids, kids new to pottery, and/or kids that can only come on Wednesdays.

• Kids Class, Tuesday, 5-6:30, Sep 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, Ages 6+, 8 Weeks, $200
• Kids Class, Wednesday, 5-6:30, Sep 4, 11, 18, 25, Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 6+, 8 Weeks, $200
• Kids Wheel Class, Thursday, 5-6:30, Sep 5, 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, Ages 10+, 8 Weeks, $200

Pottery Studio 1

Pottery Studio 1
1 E Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
(872) 270-8812
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Pottery Studio 1 offers engaging pottery and hand-building classes for children aged 3 and up, teenagers, and their parents. These sessions provide a unique chance for kids to explore their creativity and learn new skills while having fun! Each class is designed to captivate young minds and inspire a love for the arts.

We offer two types of workshops:

1. Pottery Class – $90: Participants create a decorative white clay piece.
2. Pottery + Painting Class – $120: Participants enjoy both clay work and painting, resulting in a functional piece of pottery.

Immerse yourself in artistry with your children, creating beautiful pieces together and bonding over shared creative experiences. Or, host a unique and original birthday party for your child, where guests can enjoy hands-on pottery activities and take home their handcrafted masterpieces. Join us at Pottery Studio 1 to make lasting memories and cherish the joy of creating together!

Kids Pottery Classes

Thrown Elements Pottery
260 N. Evergreen Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
(847) 818-1313
info@thrownelementspottery.com
Tweens and teens

Arts on Fire
Located in the Fox Valley Mall
2320 Fox Valley Center Drive
Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 907-7797
Ages vary by class/activity

Bothwell Pottery
Brookfield, IL 60513
(708) 710-1771
Ages 6+

Pottery Studio 1
1 E. Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
(872) 270-8812
Ages 3+

Penguin Foot Pottery
2514 W. Armitage Avenue
(Entrance on Bingham)
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 227-3575
info@penguinfoot.com
Ages 7+

Lillstreet Art Center
4401 N. Ravenswood Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 769-4226
lillstreet@lillstreet.com
Ages 5 to 16

Mud and Easel
4958 Main Street
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Ages 8+

ClaySpace Ceramic Arts Center
740 Front Street
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 393-2529
info@clayspace.net
Ages 8+

Kneaded Earth
2512 Pine Cone Court
Naperville, IL 60565
(630) 596-7742
support@kneadedearth.com
Ages 7+

Pottery Bayou
210 S. Washington Street
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 718-9823
Check the calendar for classes and events.

Magical Minds Studio
110 Madison Street
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 948-7934
haj@magicalmindsstudio.com
Ages 2+

Slowfire Ceramics
634 Carpenter
Oak Park, IL 60302
Ages 6+

907 S. Lombard Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 402-8368
noelle@slowfireceramics.com
Ages 3+

Terra Incognito
246 Chicago Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 383-6228
Ages 8+

ViaClay
208 South Marion Street
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 434-5848
info@viaclay.com
Classes for ages 10+

Riverside Arts Center
32 East Quincy Street
Riverside, IL 60546
(708) 442-6400
info@riversideartscenter.com
Ages 5+

Arts and Crafts Studio by Mucci World
7913 171st Street
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 247-2100

203 Yorktown Center #201
Lombard, Illinois 60148
(630) 785-3070
mucciworld@yahoo.com
Art clubs and classes for kids ages 2+.

Salt Creek Pottery
48 S. Villa Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
(630) 617-9931
robertreckers@att.net
Classes for kids ages 10+.

Whim, a Studio Space
120 W. Wesley Street
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 640-9442
info@whimstudiospace.com
Suggested ages 4+.

Looking to paint pottery? Head over to our article about ceramics painting studios.

Our giant guide to classes and teams has tons of other places where kids can explore their interests, learn new things, and build independence. Check it out!