Open Studio & Pottery Sales Mudflat's Open Studio and Sales, held every May and December, showcase the ceramic art work of our studio artists, faculty, and students. These events provide an opportunity for friends, family, and the public to visit Mudflat to view an exceptional variety of functional and sculptural claywork. Many of our artists donate pottery and sculpture for a raffle to benefit Mudflat's Scholarship Fund - you select which pieces you'd like to win! Artists also donate one-of-a-kind pots to be sold to benefit Mudflat's fundraising initiatives; 100% of the purchase price of these pottery pieces goes directly to those special funds. Here’s your opportunity to purchase a beautiful handmade work of art and support Mudflat, all at the same time! A portion of the revenues from this sale, as well as the scholarship raffle and fund donations, benefit Mudflat. Admission to these events are free, open to the public and wheelchair accessible. Save the Date! The Mudflat Holiday Open Studio & Sale is happening December 4-13, 2026

Facility Our building at 81 Broadway in Somerville opened in August 2011. Mudflat’s $3.8 million renovation of the old Broadway Theatre into a premier clay school and studio is stunning, full of light, air, space and happy ceramic artists. **Mudflat is a "barrier-free" facility.** Equipment KILNS Mudflat has three Bailey gas car kilns with electronic controls for both reduction and oxidation firing at high-fire cone 10: a 54 cubic foot; a 32 cubic foot, and an 18 cubic foot. The gas kilns can also be used for bisque firing. We recently added a 20 cubic foot soda kiln. There are five electric kilns, four with computer controls, for bisque firing, low-fire cone 04 glaze firing, and mid-range cone 6 glaze firing. SLAB ROLLER AND EXTRUDERS Equipment for use for handbuilding techniques includes one slab roller and two extruders. POTTERY WHEELS Mudflat has 36 electric pottery wheels: 24 in the main wheel classroom and 12 in the small wheel classroom. Mudflat also has one adaptive pottery wheel. Each wheel has an adjacent bench for use during throwing as well as a chair or stool in varying height. One wheel in each classroom can be positioned up on blocks for students who would prefer to throw standing rather than sitting. HANDBUILDING TABLES The handbuilding classroom has 6 canvas covered tables and an assortment of chairs and stools. Thanks to a generous donation from one of our students, we also now have 4 adjustable height tables, for sitting or standing work access. SPRAY BOOTH A ventilated spray booth is available for glaze application, with a spray gun and compressor. Main Wheel Room Small Wheel Room Handbuilding Room High Fire Glaze Room Artist-in-Residence Studio Kitchen Electric Kilns Gas Kilns Glaze Mix Room

Additional Ways to Support Mudflat Give in ways that work for you Whether you're planning for the future, or looking for other giving options, you can invest in Mudflat's mission in ways that align with your goals and values. Planned Giving Gifts of Stock Cash & Checks With planned giving you to make a significant impact on Mudflat's future that can provide you with meaningful tax benefits. Every planned gift—regardless of size—creates a lasting legacy that will touch countless students, artists, and community members for years to come. Ways to Make a Planned Gift: BEQUESTS: Include Mudflat in your will or living trust BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS: Name Mudflat as a beneficiary of a retirement account, life insurance policy, or donor-advised fund IRA CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTIONS: If you're 70½ or older, make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA APPRECIATED ASSETS: Donate stocks, bonds, or real estate and avoid capital gains taxes READY TO LEARN MORE? We understand this is a deeply personal decision. To discuss how a planned gift might work for you, please contact us. We're happy to work with you and your financial or legal advisors to create a gift that aligns with your values and goals. Mudflat is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Tax ID:04-2505540 . Please consult with your financial or legal advisor regarding your specific situation. If you've been part of the Mudflat community for years, you can deepen your support by donating appreciated securities or stock. This is a wonderful option that can benefit both you and our pottery school. Please provide the following to your brokerage account to make a gift of stock today! Registration Type: Corporate Account Receiving Firm Name: Fidelity Investments DTC Number: 0226 Name on Account: Mudflat Pottery School Inc Receiving Account # Z67-119113 Make a cash donation or make your check payable to: Mudflat Pottery School, 81 Broadway, Somerville MA 02145 Shop & Support In-Kind Donations Matching Gifts Please join us at our biannual Open Studio & Sale events, which features hundreds of handmade pieces by Mudflat artists, faculty, and students. Proceeds from these sales plus our gallery support our studio & Mudflat artists. It's a win-win: you bring home one-of-a-kind ceramics, support local artists and directly fuel our mission. Mudflat gratefully accepts some in-kind donations. Contributions we regularly accept include: Pottery equipment & supplies: Wheels, kilns, shelving, bats, tools and more. Exhibition support: Refreshments and supplies for gallery openings and events Finished pottery: Handmade pieces for our Open Studio fundraising raffles & special fund resale. Please note: Due to space constraints, we cannot accept all donations. Contact us before dropping off to ensure we can use your gift If you have gently used equipment or supplies you'd like to donate, please contact us at 617-628-0589 or email us to discuss what we can accept. Many employers will match your charitable donation to Mudflat—sometimes dollar-for-dollar! You can find out if your company matches by checking with your HR department or employee benefits portal.

Meet the Studio Artists Noni Armony noniceramics.com Lynn Cannici - Christine DeGennaro - Lynn Gervens - Katherine Hackl www.katherinehackl.com Lisa Knebel - Chloe Marr-Fuller aloodesign.com Tracy Raymond - Corran Shrimpton www.corranshrimpton.com Kyriakos Atsalis - Angela Cunningham cunninghamceramics.com Gabrielle Fougere gabriellefougereceramics.com Reme Gold - Doug Hansel www.doughansel.com Chiyoko Lee - Jessica Mitchell - Elaine Reily - Alice Templeton - Susan Bernstein www.instagram.com/susan_bernstein Holly Curcio hollycurcio.com Mariya Gazumyan - Lisa Graf lgraf.net Elise Hauenstein - June Lee www.juneleeceramics.com Trix Oakley - Melanie Salisbury - Cory Tuckey - Melissa Bland www.melissabland.com Jennifer DeAngelis www.instagram.com/jenverceramics Howard Gerstein - Sanem Gray - Felissa King www.instagram.com/felissajoyceramics Sang-Jeong Lee-Min - Jane Proctor - Zach Shaw -

Open Hours: Fall 2026 Adult students in classes and independent study are encouraged to come to Mudflat for additional studio practice time during open lab hours. Students are permitted to use all classrooms with the exception of the community classroom, which is not available for lab hour use. See below for the lab hours and classroom schedules. * Please note that open lab hours are for registered students only. We do not offer drop in hours.* Open Lab hours Adult students in classes and independent study are encouraged to come to Mudflat for additional studio practice time during these days and times: Mondays, 10 am -9:30 pm Tuesdays, 6 - 9:30 pm Wednesdays, 10 am - 9:30 pm Thursdays, 6 - 9:30 pm Fridays, 10 am - 8 pm Saturdays, 10 am - 6 pm Sundays, 10 am - 6 pm Office Hours: Stop by or call to chat with the office staff or purchase clay & tools. Mondays- Fridays, 10 am - 5 pm Holidays: See the list for studio closures. In the event of inclement weather, we will update the homepage of the website and the office answering machine for unplanned closures. Labor Day- Monday September 7: CLOSED Indigenous Peoples Day - Friday, October 12: OPEN Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 26: CLOSED * We are open the day after Thanksgiving* Scheduled Workshops * Workshops are typically held in the community classroom* On occasion, we will hold a larger workshop or handbuilding workshop in one of the classrooms instead of the community classroom. If there is a scheduled workshop, signs will get posted in the classroom a few days before the workshop is set to happen. If you see one of these signs, please use another classroom during the workshop times. Fall 2026 Classroom Schedule See below for when classes are scheduled in each classroom. Students enrolled in scheduled classes have priority in the space, but if you are using open lab hours, you may ask the instructor if there is room to sit in. Main Wheel Room Small Wheel Room Handbuilding Room Monday Advanced Beginning Wheel, 10 am - 1 pm with Kate Advanced Beginning Wheel, 6:30-9:30 pm with David Tuesday Intermediate Wheel, 6:30-9:30 pm with Steve Wednesday Intermediate Wheel, 10 am - 1 pm with Steve Advanced Beginning Wheel, 6:30-9:30 pm with Cary Thursday Intermediate Wheel, 6:30-9:30 pm with Tracy Friday Advanced Beginning Wheel, 10 am - 1 pm with Doug Saturday Beginning Wheel, 10 am - 1 pm with Bob Monday Beginning Wheel, 10 am - 1 pm with Kylie Beginning Wheel, 6:30-9:30 pm with Jesse Tuesday Beginning Wheel, 6:30-9:30 pm with Noni Wednesday Beginning Wheel, 10 am -1 pm with Richelle Beginning Wheel, 6:30-9:30 pm with Lisa Thursday Beginning Wheel, 6:30-9:30 pm with Leah Friday Beginning Wheel, 10 am - 1 pm with Hannah Saturday Advanced Beginning Wheel, 10 am - 1 pm with Lisa Monday Beginning Handbuilding, 10 am - 1 pm with Chloe Flora & Fauna, 6:30-9:30 pm with Corran Tuesday Beginning Handbuilding, 6:30-9:30 pm with Gabrielle Wednesday Intermediate Handbuilding 10 am - 1pm with Jen Intermediate Handbuilding, 6:30-9:30 pm with Julie Thursday Beginning Handbuilding, 6:30-9:30 pm with Hannah Friday Intermediate Handbuilding, 10 am - 1 pm with Gabrielle Saturday Intermediate Handbuilding, 10 am - 1 pm with Gabrielle

4-Week Semester Adult Intro to Wheelthrowing Class Options Overview Our 4-week pottery classes are the perfect introduction to working on the wheel. Perfect for beginners who want to explore pottery without a long-term commitment, this short semester is designed specifically for those brand new to clay and pottery. Over four weekly classes, you'll learn the fundamentals of using the potter's wheel to throw and trim functional pieces, plus finishing techniques including glazing. Students can expect to make between 5-6 pieces each. This course covers all the basics you need to create your first ceramic pieces. Classes meet once per week for four weeks, with no additional lab time included. Please note this class is limited to students who are completely new to clay and first-time students at Mudflat. What You'll Learn Class 1: Introduction to throwing on the wheel Class 2: Throwing practice and skill development Class 3: Trimming your pieces Class 4: Glazing and finishing What's Included All tools and materials are provided with your enrollment. No prior experience necessary No additional lab time is included. What to Bring Just yourself! We recommend wearing clothes and shoes you don't mind getting messy. If you would like to bring a towel or apron, thats great! Important Information Attendance Policy: Since each class builds on the previous one, attendance at all four sessions is required to complete the program. While it is not ideal, if you have to miss a class please see below for what you can expect: Missed Throwing Class (Classes 1&2) These classes are missed, there are no make-ups or refunds for these missed dates. Missed Trimming Class (Class 3) If you miss the trimming class, your instructor will trim your pieces on your behalf. Missed Glazing Class (Class 4) If you miss the glazing class, you have two options: Make-up glazing session — You may come in and glaze your pieces during another class's glazing day- dates will be provided by the Mudflat office. Please note: if the scheduled make-up date is missed, we will be unable to complete or hold your pieces. Instructor glazing — Your instructor will glaze your pieces for you. You will receive photos of the available glazes the instructor will be choosing from so you know what to expect. Cancellation & Refunds: If you need to withdraw from the class, please notify us at least 2 weeks before the class start date for a full refund. Cost $280, all materials included. Upcoming Class Dates & Times Session 1: September 8, 15, 22, 29, Tuesdays 6:30-9:30 with Kylie Marden Session 2: September 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5, Mondays, 6:30-9:30 with Christine DeGennaro Session 3: October 3, 10, 17, 24, Saturdays, 10 am - 1 pm with Sanem Gray Session 4: October 6, 13, 20, 27, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Kylie Marden Session 5: November 2, 9, 16, 23, Mondays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Deb Minns Session 6: November 3,10, 17, 24, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Kylie Marden 4-Week Adult Classes Registration Sold Out 4-Week Intro to Wheelthrowing: Session 1 Tue, Sep 08 More info Sold out Sold Out 4-Week Intro to Wheelthrowing: Session 2 Mon, Sep 14 More info Sold out Sold Out 4-Week Intro to Wheelthrowing: Session 3 Sat, Oct 03 More info Sold out Sold Out 4-Week Intro to Wheelthrowing: Session 4 Tue, Oct 06 More info Sold out Sold Out 4-Week Intro to Wheelthrowing: Session 5 Mon, Nov 02 More info Sold out Sold Out 4-Week Intro to Wheelthrowing: Session 6 Tue, Nov 03 More info Sold out If the class you would like is full, please add your name to the waitlist using the button below When we have a drop in a class, we will go to the waitlist to fill the spot! WAITLIST

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility Our DEIA mission: The Mudflat Board of Directors, Staff and Faculty are committed to ensuring that the studio is a space where people of all identities and abilities feel respected and valued. In the spring of 2020, the Mudflat Board of Directors formed a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility committee to assess our organizational practices, identify areas for improvement, and find ways to implement new initiatives to ensure that we are living our values. The DEIA committee is committed to devoting the time, energy, and resources to examine our implicit biases, and to support racial justice and social equity. Stand with Mudflat Mudflat stands with black communities and communities of color and all those fighting to end racism in overt and covert forms. We strive to create a welcoming environment in our studio and are proud of the inclusive and warm Mudflat community that exists. There is so much more that we must do to ensure we are truly living our values as an arts organization. We are committed to devoting the time, energy, and resources to examine our implicit biases, and to support racial justice and social equity. We commit ourselves to broadening our audience through continued outreach in East Somerville and Greater Boston, to developing programming alongside artists from marginalized communities, and to foster a space that is inclusive for all. We welcome your input and voice to work with us towards these goals Immediate and long term Goals from The Mudflat DEIA Board Committee: Recognize diversity, equity and inclusion as it connects to Mudflat’s mission. Mudflat will lead with respect and tolerance. Create a Code of Conduct to hold the Mudflat community accountable to these values. We expect everyone to embrace these values and to express them in studio interactions and through everyday practice. Advocate for, support, and seek out learning opportunities at the board-level about how systemic inequities impact our organization’s work, and address it in a way that is consistent with our mission. Acknowledge and dismantle any inequities within our By-Laws, programs, and services. In selecting board and staff members, Mudflat will consider the barriers and factors that often stand in the way of BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities entering and thriving in the arts community. Commit time and resources to increase diversity particularly at the leadership level within our board, staff and committees. Develop a system to be more intentional and conscious of bias during the hiring, promotion, or evaluation process. Expand offerings for underrepresented artists. By connecting with other arts organizations committed to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Through scholarship opportunities By offering arts education through more equitable means. The DEI committee will regularly report to the Mudflat community.

Meet the Team Mudflat Staff Lynn Gervens Executive Director Kate Kuligowski Marketing & Communications Director K Strom Technical Assistant Tuds CTO- Chief Tweeting Operator Cary Atsalis Technical Director Gabrielle Fougere Administrative Assistant Bill Russell Facility Manager Jennifer DeAngelis Technical Director Kristie Simono Registration & Student Support Coordinator Tuttle CCO- Chief Chirping Operator Mudflat Community Faculty: Christine DeGennero Jeanne Garrison Sanem Gray Bob Herman Lisa Knebel Kate Kuligowski Toni Langerman Deb Minns Emily Newmann Amy Sullivan Interns: 2026: Isa & Agnes Mudflat Monitors: Gail Barry Lisa Kennedy Paul Salinas Maria Santos Stephanie Schorow Marsha Turin Sheryl Zelten Mudflat Gas Kiln Firing Team: Maddie Ball Kevin Brown Sanem Gray Doug Hansel Toni Langerman Katherine McKie Deb Minns Michael Scanlon Judy Segal K Strom 2026 Technical Education Students Annie Liu Jesse Norris Sage Phoenix Mitch Rosenberg

Somerville High School Outstanding Ceramics Award Beginning in May 2015, Mudflat has made an annual award to a graduating senior from Somerville High School, who has participated in the high school's ceramics program. Students are recommended by the high school art department, based on their achievements and their commitment to learning ceramics. This $500 cash scholarship recognizes each student's accomplishments and our hope that they can continue to express themselves through their artwork. Award recipients: 2023 Leo Chiu 2022 Berkti Gebrehiwet 2022 Berkti Gebrehiwet 2020 Bianca Oppedisan 2020 Bianca Oppedisan 2019 Nabila Anandira Donate Support the Highschool Outstanding Ceramics Award by Donating to the Mudflat Community Outreach Fund

Late Night Clay Join us for this fun benefit event where currently enrolled students can come and work late into the night on Friday, June 5th, 8 pm - 12 am! In addition to extra work time, you can enjoy fun games, raffle prizes, tunes and snacks! All proceeds from this event benefit the Mudflat Financial aid fund. To see how your dollars can impact our community, learn more about the financial aid funds here Pre-registration: $30 | At the door: $40 Register below! Late Night Clay Fri, Jun 05 More info Sold out

Mudflat Community Outreach Mudflat has a long history of special programs and outreach as an ongoing commitment to the local community and to enhance and encourage the vital, creative development of ceramic arts in the greater Boston area. Programs include but are not limited to weekly classes for Somerville Full Circle High School students, afterschool clay classes at Somerville Community School programs and field trips for local Girl Scout troops. We have also provided preschool and kindergarten field trips from area centers and schools, clay classes at Somerville senior centers, and material and technical support for clay projects and classes at local elementary schools and centers. These programs are offered at a reduced fee schedule. We also receive financial support from the Somerville Arts Council, the Somerville School Department, the Somerville Council on Aging, plus contributions from individuals and foundations and proceeds from Mudflat fundraising events. If your school classroom, community group, youth group, or afterschool program is interested in clay programs, at Mudflat or at your facility, please contact the Mudflat office for scheduling and pricing. 2023 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS: Capuano Childhood Learning Center East Somerville Public Library Riverside Community Care The Welcome Project Elizabeth Peabody House The Dojo at SomerNova Cambridge Health Alliance Elders Teen Empowerment Team Brave HomeBase East Somerville Mainstreet board The Welcome Project LIPS programs Mystic Learning Center Cambridge Health Alliance Mental Wellness Housing families Inc. 2020 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS: Mystic Learning Center, Somerville - Family workshop Home Base Veterans' program - Family and adult workshops Teen Empowerment Medford Girls Scouts troops Somerville Community Corp - community fair 2022 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS: The Mystic Learning Center workshops The Mystic Learning Center public art program, "Amplify Your Voice" Bench tile mural Somerville Peace Camp workshops HomeBase Adventure Series family workshops Science Club for Girls workshop and video Cambridge Health Alliance elders workshops Riverside Community Care Teen Empowerment Tile project at Graham & Parks School, Cambridge with Emily Newmann 2019 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS: Mystic Learning Center, Somerville – family, preteen & teen workshops The Welcome Project, Somerville – family workshop East Somerville Community School, Somerville/afterschool – grades K-2 Kennedy School enrichment – grades K, 1, 2 Cambridge Health Alliance senior classes HomeBase Veteran's Programs - family and adult workshops Teen Empowerment workshops Somerville Peace Camp Boston Children's School summer program 2021 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS: Teen Empowerment - 8 month public art program Somerville Peace Camp Mystic Learning Center, Somerville - staff workshop Beautiful Stuff Project - collaboration Sociedad Latina - staff workshop 2018 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS: Mystic Learning Center, Somerville – family, preteen & teen workshops The Welcome Project, Somerville – family workshop Columbus School, Medford/pottery clubs - grades , K-1 and 2-5 Healey School, Somerville/afterschool - grades K-2 and 3-5 East Somerville Community School, Somerville/afterschool – grades K-2 and 3-5 Kennedy School enrichment – grades K, 1, 2 Somerville Full Circle School weekly class- grades 9-12 Boston Children’s School summer program Cambridge Health Alliance senior classes The Cambridge Homes senior classes HomeBase Veteran's Programs - family and adult workshops Teen Empowerment workshops Somerville Peace Camp Check out a video from the 8-month Teen Empowerment program