New Gallery Hours

Weekends Friday and Saturday

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Fri: 2PM-6PM / Sat: - 10AM-2PM

New Gallery Hours Weekends Friday and Saturday * Fri: 2PM-6PM / Sat: - 10AM-2PM

A creative outlet for everyone.

Shop Classes

The Nicodemus Center for Ceramic Studies preserves, collects, exhibits, and interprets historic folk pottery, all while conducting an active ceramic arts studio program.

Upcoming events and classes.

The art of pottery is oftentimes described as therapeutic and relaxing. While manipulating clay, your mind and body are in natural synergy, wrapped around your creative ambitions. This thoughtful, artistic activity can open up the mind and relieve you of outside worries.

Our pottery classes are held at our downtown Waynesboro studio.

Shop Classes

Featured

Wheel 101: Seven Week Introduction to the Pottery Wheel for Adults (18+), Tuesday evening, September 1 thru October 13, 2026, 6:00pm-9:00pm

$250.00

Wheel 101: Introduction to the Pottery Wheel

Duration: 7 Weeks

Class Dates: Sept 1, 6*, 8, 15, 22, 29; October 6, 13. *Sunday, Sept 6, is open studio time included in the 7 weeks.

Time: Tuesday evenings from 6:00-9:00 plus one Sunday afternoon session from 1:00-4:00 on Sept 6*

Skill Level: Beginner

Ages: 18+

Instructor: Anne Aden

Location: NCCS Studio, 13 S. Church St, Waynesboro, PA

Ready to learn to throw pottery on the wheel? Our Wheel 101 class is the perfect place to start your clay journey! In this seven-week beginner’s course, you'll learn the fundamentals of centering, pulling walls, shaping forms, and glazing. Each week builds on the last as you learn to make mugs and bowls.

Students will also explore basic trimming and glazing techniques to complete their pieces. No experience is necessary—just come ready to get messy and have fun!

Tuition Includes:

Clay
Use of studio tools and equipment
Bisque and glaze firings
Access to studio glazes

What to Bring:

An apron or towel
Clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting muddy
Your creative spirit!

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations for recurring classes (4 or 7 week classes) are permitted up to 7 days prior to the start of the session. To receive a refund or a credit towards another class, cancellations must be made at least 7 days before the beginning of the first class day.

If your schedule changes, and you are unable to attend a workshop or class that you have paid for that is taking place within the next 7 days, we are unable to refund your tuition cost.

We reserve the right to cancel or merge any of our classes based on enrollment.

If a class is cancelled or merged with another class/class time, all students enrolled will be notified. Those students will have the right to cancel their registration for a full refund, or receive a credit for the next class session.

Class Size: Limited to ensure personalized instruction.
Registration Required. Spaces fill quickly!

Please note that we do not have a parking lot. We have a few metered street parking spots in front of the studio. If you want to park in a space off the street that is reserved for Nicodemus Center customers, I recommend parking a block further down at the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Waynesboro. Our studio is on a one-way street. If you pass the studio (it will be on your left) continue roughly a block further up the street. The church is on your left.

Any Questions? Please reach out to Anne Aden, Director of Education, anne@waynesboroceramics.org

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Adults (18 and over) Try the Wheel, September 18, 2026, 6:00pm-9:00pm, $50

$50.00

Try the Wheel

Duration: About 3 hours

Cost: $50

Skill Level: Beginner

Ages: 18+

Instructor: Anne Aden

Location: NCCS Studio, 13 S. Church St, Waynesboro, PA

Is throwing clay on the pottery wheel on your bucket list? This three hour class is the perfect way to have check it out, get your hands dirty, and make some pots.

Anne will help you succeed at trying your hand at the basics—centering clay, pulling it up, and experiencing the fun (and challenge!) of making pottery.

At the end of your session, you’ll choose from a selection of glazes and our studio team will bisque, glaze, and kiln fire your pieces. They are usually ready for pick up in about three weeks.

Session Includes:

Clay and all materials
Step-by-step instruction
Glazing and firing of two to three finished pieces

What to Bring:

Clothes you don’t mind getting muddy
An apron or towel
Closed-toe shoes
A sense of humor and curiosity!

Class Size: Small group format for personal attention
Registration Required. Spots fill quickly—perfect for a date night, friend outing, or solo adventure!

Please note that we do not have a parking lot. We have a few metered street parking spots in front of the studio. If you want to park in a space off the street that is reserved for Nicodemus Center customers, I recommend parking a block further down at the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Waynesboro. Our studio is on a one-way street. If you pass the studio (it will be on your left) continue roughly a block further up the street. The church is on your left.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations for 1-Day classes are permitted up to 72 hours prior to the start of the session. To receive a refund or a credit towards another class, cancellations must be made at least 3 days before the class takes place.

If your schedule changes, and you are unable to attend a workshop or class that you have paid for that is taking place withing the next 72 hour time frame, we are unable to refund your tuition cost.

Any Questions? Please reach out to Anne Aden, Director of Education, anne@waynesboroceramics.org

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Sold out

Adults (18 and over) Try the Wheel, October 16, 2026, 6:00pm-9:00pm, $50

$50.00

Try the Wheel

Duration: About 3 hours

Cost: $50

Skill Level: Beginner

Ages: 18+

Instructor: Anne Aden

Location: NCCS Studio, 13 S. Church St, Waynesboro, PA

Is throwing clay on the pottery wheel on your bucket list? This three hour class is the perfect way to have check it out, get your hands dirty, and make some pots.

Anne will help you succeed at trying your hand at the basics—centering clay, pulling it up, and experiencing the fun (and challenge!) of making pottery.

At the end of your session, you’ll choose from a selection of glazes and our studio team will bisque, glaze, and kiln fire your pieces. They are usually ready for pick up in about three weeks.

Session Includes:

Clay and all materials
Step-by-step instruction
Glazing and firing of two to three finished pieces

What to Bring:

Clothes you don’t mind getting muddy
An apron or towel
Closed-toe shoes
A sense of humor and curiosity!

Class Size: Small group format for personal attention
Registration Required. Spots fill quickly—perfect for a date night, friend outing, or solo adventure!

Please note that we do not have a parking lot. We have a few metered street parking spots in front of the studio. If you want to park in a space off the street that is reserved for Nicodemus Center customers, I recommend parking a block further down at the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Waynesboro. Our studio is on a one-way street. If you pass the studio (it will be on your left) continue roughly a block further up the street. The church is on your left.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations for 1-Day classes are permitted up to 72 hours prior to the start of the session. To receive a refund or a credit towards another class, cancellations must be made at least 3 days before the class takes place.

If your schedule changes, and you are unable to attend a workshop or class that you have paid for that is taking place withing the next 72 hour time frame, we are unable to refund your tuition cost.

Any Questions? Please reach out to Anne Aden, Director of Education, anne@waynesboroceramics.org