Workshops Mudflat's lectures and workshops cover a broad range of topics for everyone from beginner to advanced students. They're a great opportunity to gather with students and clay artists from Mudflat and elsewhere to explore a variety of ceramic art, try your hand at new techniques, or meet visiting artists and socialize over a slide show and reception. Introductory Workshops Want to see what clay is all about? Check out our one-time introductory workshops, including Date Night Clay and Intro to Wheel Workshops View Introductory Workshops Adult Workshops Looking for even more instruction and inspiration? See what workshops we have scheduled. View Adult Workshop Options Private Group Workshops Have a group who wants to learn clay? Find out more information about bringing your group to Mudflat. Find out more about Group Workshops Corporate Clay Workshops Interested in having your group come in for a fun, clay-filled activity? Find out more information about hosting your corporate event at Mudflat. Find out more about Corporate Workshops

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

Mudflat Gallery After 25+ years, Mudflat Gallery has closed at Porter Square. Thank you to everyone who shopped with us and supported our artists. Find work by your favorite Mudflat Gallery artists at our Open Studio & Pottery Sales every May and December in Somerville and shop online in the Mudflat shop.

Support Mudflat! Your gift helps make it possible For over 50 years, Mudflat has been more than a pottery studio—it's a place where creativity flourishes, community forms, and lives change through the ceramic arts. From the student taking their first class to the internationally recognized artist-in-residence, from the child on a field trip to the veteran finding healing through clay—every person who walks through our doors is part of something special. And it's made possible by donors like you. Learn more about making an impact! Donate! Make a tax-deductible donation today! List of Funds Learn about funds to designate your donations Other ways to support Learn more about other ways to give through planned giving, investment donations and more! Scholarships Directly impact students at Mudflat by donating to our Scholarship Funds Annual Reports Learn more about our organization!

Meet our Faculty Aimee Archambault Aimee Achambault (she/her/hers) received her MS in Art Education from Massachusetts College of Art and Design and her BA in Visual Art and Education from Gordon College. Her sculptural work uses mixed media to explore growth, attachment and how objects carry personal and collective value. Aimee's work has been exhibited throughout the greater Boston area. She has taught art, ceramics and education in classes in community programs, public school art programs and college classes for 20 years. Noni Armony Noni Armony Erel (she/her/hers) has studied clay at Mudflat Studio and she took classes with ceramic artists in Tel Aviv, Israel. Her teaching experience includes teaching handbuilding classes to children and adults at the Jewish Community Day School in Watertown and wheelthrowing classes for adults. Noni is a Mudflat studio artist; she sells her work at Mudflat Gallery. Kyriakos (Cary) Atsalis Kyriakos (Cary) Atsalis (he/him/his) received his BFA from Bates College. He sells his functional clay work at craft shows and at Mudflat Gallery. His work includes commissioned mugs for Taza Chocolate in Somerville. Cary worked as the ceramics studio manager and a teacher at Castle Hill, Truro Center for the Arts, Truro MA. Cary is a Mudflat Technical Director. Katie Bosley Sabin Katie Bosley Sabin (she/her/hers) is originally from Clearwater, Florida. She earned her MFA in Ceramics from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln in 2021 and her BFA in Ceramics from the University of Florida in 2014. Katie has been a resident artist at the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, Montana and Northern Clay Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and interned at Women's Studio Workshop in Rosendale, New York. She has written articles for the Journal of the National Council for Education on Ceramics Arts and Pottery Making Illustrated and has taught ceramics at community studios across the country for nearly ten years. Jennifer DeAngelis Jennifer DeAngelis (she/her/hers) received her BFA from Massachusetts College of Art in 2004. She crafts playful handbuilt and wheelthrown functional ware along with sculptural pieces that incorporate texture and patterns. Her work was included in the 2014 “State of Clay” exhibition. Jen is a Mudflat Technical Director. Jesse Dougherty Jessica (Jesse) Dougherty (she/her/hers) received her BFA in Studio Arts with a ceramics concentration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2021. She has completed ceramic internships at both Worcester Center for Crafts and at Mudflat. Today, Jesse teaches ceramics in the Boston area in addition to her technical work at Mudflat. Jesse's work is not defined by one process of making. Her goal is to create a sense of comfort and/or joy for both herself and others, often using animals as imagery. Gabrielle Fougere Gabrielle Fougere (she/her/hers) received her BFA in Ceramics from Massachusetts College of Art. Her claywork is handbuilt decorative boxes and one of a kind planters. She sells her work at Mudflat Gallery. Her work is included in two Lark Books: "Making and Installing Handmade Tiles" and “500 Tiles”. Gabrielle is a Mudflat Administrative Assistant. Lynn Gervens Lynn Gervens (she/her/hers) received her BFA from the University of Illinois. She has been teaching ceramics since 1977 at Mudflat, other local art centers, public school programs and preschools. Lynn is the Executive Director at Mudflat, and has also served on the boards of Studio Potter, East Somerville Main Streets, and Artisan's Asylum. Her work was included in the 2014 exhibitions “State of Clay”, "Ceramics EnMASSe", and 2015 "State of Clay: Pushing Boundaries". Leah Guerin Leah Guerin (she/her/hers) has a studio in Sutton MA, producing tiles and functional pottery. She has been a high school art teacher, receiving her Master of Art Education degree from UMass Dartmouth, as well as BFAs in ceramics and art education. Doug Hansel Doug Hansel (he/him/his) has studied ceramics at the State University of New York College at Buffalo, Worcester Center for Crafts, and Mudflat Pottery School. He has been a technical assistant for Mudflat since 1998. He enjoys making simple, wheel thrown and altered forms with porcelain. Doug sells his work locally at Artisan's Way Gallery in Concord, Five Crows Gallery in Natick, and Mudflat Gallery in Cambridge, MA. His work was included in the 2014 "State of Clay" ceramic exhibition. Bob Herman After a career as a sales and marketing executive, Bob traded his suit and tie for an apron and a studio full of clay. Bob's work centers on sharing the creative possibilities of clay with others. Bob first explored ceramics in college, then set it aside while building a career and raising a family, including his two wonderful daughters. Retirement gave him the opportunity to return to the wheel and begin teaching workshops, month-long introductory wheel classes, co-leading the monthly Mudflat Studio Talks and occasionally substituting for children’s wheel classes. When not in the studio, Bob can often be found playing guitar and cooking at home. Hannah Kiernan Hannah Kiernan (she/her) graduated with a BA in Art Education and Ceramics from Emmanuel College in 2026. She worked as a studio assistant during school and also teaches classes at JP Clay in Jamaica Plain. Hannah makes both functional and sculptural pieces and especially loves making mugs to give away. Lisa Knebel Lisa Knebel (she/her/hers) received her BA from Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA and has also studied at Massachusetts College of Art and the Museum School. Lisa is a Mudflat studio artist; she sells her work locally at The Cleverhand Gallery in Wellesley, Hog on Ice Gallery in Newburyport and Mudflat Gallery in Cambridge. Kate Kuligowski Kate Kuligowski (she/her/hers) has a BFA in ceramics from the State University of New York at Potsdam. Kate completed the technical education program at Mudflat and is currently a member of Mudflat's office staff. Kate's work consists of highly decorated, functional, porcelain pieces that depict animals and flowers. Kate has taught classes, workshops and afterschool programs for children and adults. David LaPierre David LaPierre (he/him/his) has been working in clay for more than 25 years. He received his BFA from the University of Connecticut. His claywork is wheelthrown, using porcelain and stoneware. David works in series of multiples of the same form while manipulating the surfaces. Kylie Marden Kylie (she/her/hers) received her BFA in Ceramics from Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She works as a ceramics instructor and ceramics technician in the greater Boston area. Kylie is passionate about fostering community through making, and has led multiple empty bowls events in Boston. Her work has been shown throughout New England, including the Cultural Center of Cape Cod, The Cambridge Art Association, and Haystack Mountain School of Crafts. Kylie works as both an illustrator and potter, creating narrative and decorative surfaces on ceramic forms. Chloe Marr-Fuller --- Steve Murphy Steve Murphy (he/him/his) received his BFA from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. He apprenticed to Keiichroh Sato, potter in Nagano-ken, Japan and was a student of Japanese Tea Ceremony with Allan Sosei Palmer. He has taught ceramics at the DeCordova Museum School, The Boston Center for Adult Education and the Fuller Museum of Crafts. His work was included in the 2014 “State of Clay” exhibition and the NHIA Ceramics Biennial Exhibition 2014. Julie Peck Julie Peck (she/her/hers) received her MFA from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth. She served as an apprentice at Moravian Pottery and Tileworks, Doylestown, PA and was an Artist-in-residence at ARCO, Lisbon, Portugal. She shows her lowfire tiles and functional ware locally and nationally. Her work is included in two Lark books, “500 Tiles” and “500 Vases”. Tracy Raymond Tracy Raymond (she/her/hers) has studied clay at the Harvard Ceramics Studio, Rhode Island School of Design and Haystack Mountain School of Crafts. Her teaching experience includes wheelthrowing classes for adults, and field trips for youth groups. Hannah Schelb Hannah Schelb received her Bachelor of Fine Arts at Augusta University in 2012. She spent the next six years immersed in the world of ceramics- working in glaze production, attending artist residencies, and teaching at community studios and K-12 schools in different parts of the U.S. In 2018, she was accepted into the University of Wisconsin-Madison and graduated with a Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts in May 2021. A year later, Schelb became a lecturer for the University of Wisconsin-Madison until 2024 and started showing work at several prominent galleries. She spent the last two years in Kansas City, Missouri, as a Foundations Resident Artist at the Belger Crane Yards Studio. Schelb’s recent work draws inspiration from childhood cartoons and explores the complexities of the human condition. Corran Shrimpton Corran Shrimpton (she/her/hers) is from Syracuse, NY and received her MFA from Georgia State University and her BFA from Alfred University. She has worked at a number of ceramic studios including The Saratoga Clay Arts Center in upstate NY, the Armory Art Center in West Palm Beach, FL and the Lillstreet Art Center in Chicago, IL. Her work explores the restriction and contortion of women’s bodies required by our beauty-obsessed culture and prompts us to consider our expectations of femininity, their origins, and their effects. Corran is Mudflat's 2024-25 AIR. Richelle Sopher ---

Frequently Asked Questions: What are the dates for the class semesters? Mudflat has three 14-week long semesters each year, along with a short August semester. See the current semester dates here. How much do classes cost? For adult classes, tuition is $850.00 for 14 weeks unless otherwise noted. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay (1 bag) with glazes and firings. Students purchase additional clay from Mudflat; students may not bring in any clays or glazes from other studios or suppliers. Tuition also includes use of the studio classrooms during open lab hours - specific days and times are listed here. For children's classes & 4-week long classes, tuition is $280.00 and includes all materials. Does Mudflat sell clay and pottery tools? Yes, but only to our enrolled students. We are not a pottery supply store, but we do have clay and tools for sale for our students. Clay tools are not provided for adult classes, but may be purchased at Mudflat. A basic set of tools costs between $22.00-$45.00 – class teachers can recommend tools for your class or you can purchase a basic beginners set. A big assortment of clay tools are available for sale at Mudflat. Does Mudflat offer drop-in times to work in clay? No, we do not offer this option. But we do offer one-time introductory workshops for adults (see Date Night workshops and Adult Intro workshops). How do I register for a class or workshop? Register for a class or workshop using our online registration form on our website. Read more about the registration process here . If you wish to visit our facility, please call the Mudflat office at 617-628-0589. How can I purchase pottery made by Mudflat artists? Mudflat hosts two Open Studio/Sale events each year – the first weekend of May, in conjunction with Somerville Open Studios, and early December for 10 days. Typically 96 Mudflat artists participate, displaying a wide range of functional and sculptural clay work. What are the Open Lab Hours at Mudflat? Adult students in classes and independent study are encouraged to come to Mudflat for additional studio practice time during lab hours. Find the current open lab hour times here ! Open Lab Hours are included in class tuition and enrolled adult students can come to as many as they can fit into their schedule. No need to sign up in advance! What is Mudflat’s refund policy? Refund policy for all Classes, Independent Study & Affiliated: Tuition for classes is refundable minus both the service fee paid by the registrant and the processing fee paid by Mudflat if you cancel two weeks before the semester begins. If you cancel your class after that date, tuition is non-refundable. Credits or transfers will not be issued for missed classes. Refund policy for Kid/Teen classes: Tuition for classes is refundable minus both the service fee paid by the registrant and the processing fee paid by Mudflat if you cancel two weeks before the session begins. If you cancel your class after that date, tuition is non-refundable. Refund policy for Workshops: Tuition for workshops is refundable minus both the service fee paid by the registrant and the processing fee paid by Mudflat if you cancel two weeks before the workshop date. If you cancel your workshop after that date, tuition may be non-refundable. Credits, refunds or transfers will not be issued for missed dates. Can I fire pottery in your kilns? No, we do not fire any outside work or rent kiln space – you must be enrolled in a Mudflat class or be a Mudflat studio artist to have work fired here. We only fire clay that has been purchased from Mudflat. Does Mudflat repair broken ceramic pieces? No, we are not able to offer this service. We recommend that you get an epoxy from your local hardware store that is specifically for repairing ceramics – follow the directions for application on the tube and work slowly. You may want to try fitting all the pieces together first without the glue. Once repaired, your piece is now decorative – we do not recommend that you use a repaired piece for functional use any more. I am a current Mudflat student. Can I bring a guest to the studio to do clay work? Yes, Mudflat has a GUEST POLICY! Current students are welcome to bring a guest (adult or child) to Mudflat during non-class/Open Lab hour time to share working in clay. Times available are: Monday, Wednesday: 1-6:30 pm Friday: 1-8 pm Saturday: 1-6 pm Sunday, 10 am -6 pm Confirm a day and time with the Mudflat office prior to visit. Guest fee is $25 per person, per visit. Fee does not include materials. Your guest should use your clay and tools, and you are responsible for your guest and any work they produce. Please be respectful of other students working in the classrooms. What is parking like at Mudflat? Being an urban clay studio, you can expect city parking when coming to Mudflat. There are metered spots up and down Broadway. Meters can be paid with quarters, or you can use the ParkMobile app if you have a smartphone. Be sure to look out for the street signs when parking as there is a lot of resident only parking. Learn more about parking in Somerville by visiting the Somerville Traffic and Parking website . Mudflat is also close to the Sullivan Square T-stop and on a few bus routes if you prefer to take public transportation. Does Mudflat offer raku, pit or wood firings? While we would love to offer many alternative firing methods, we are somewhat limited in our firing options as we are located in an urban setting without access to open outdoor spaces for these types of firings. The good news is that there are opportunities to explore different firing methods at other venues in Massachusetts, New Hampshire & Vermont! Still have some questions? Feel free to contact us using the button below! Email us

Year-Long Residency In 1996 Mudflat began offering a one-year residency position to clay artists. This highly competitive program provides a private studio space at no cost with access to Mudflat’s facility, a monthly materials stipend, a monthly housing stipend, and opportunities to teach and sell work. Applications for the 2026-27 residency are due April 16, 2026. See below for additional information and application form. Sorry the application deadline has passed. Please check back to apply in 2027! About the year-long residency Dates September 1 - August 31, annually Residency Includes Private 90 square foot studio space 24/7 access A monthly stipend of $75, to be applied to clay materials and firing costs A monthly stipend of up to $800 for housing assistance Paid teaching opportunities in our educational programs Opportunities for retail sales at our Open Studio events and at Mudflat Gallery Solo exhibition and reception at Mudflat in July to showcase work created during the residency year Residency Requirements This is a one year commitment: September 1 through August 31 Artists are expected to spend a minimum of 20 hours per week in their studio Artists are required to work 5 hours per week for Mudflat, assisting with technical jobs 2 public presentations during the residency. The first, in September, is a slide show of the artist's work. Applicants should have knowledge of a variety of clay techniques and some kiln firing experience, the ability to work independently, and enthusiasm and willingness to be part of an urban community clay center. Application For more information, email us ! Apply for the year-long Mudflat Artist Residency by using our online form Applications are due by April 16, 2025 Applicants will be notified mid-May, 2025 Meet our Mudflat 2026-2027 Artist-in-Residence, Hannah Schelb Hannah Schelb received her Bachelor of Fine Arts at Augusta University in 2012. She spent the next six years immersed in the world of ceramics- working in glaze production, attending artist residencies, and teaching at community studios and K-12 schools in different parts of the U.S. In 2018, she was accepted into the University of Wisconsin-Madison and graduated with a Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts in May 2021. A year later, Schelb became a lecturer for the University of Wisconsin-Madison until 2024 and started showing work at several prominent galleries. She spent the last two years in Kansas City, Missouri, as a Foundations Resident Artist at the Belger Crane Yards Studio. Schelb’s recent work draws inspiration from childhood cartoons and explores the complexities of the human condition. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Past Year-Long Residents Felissa King 2025-2026 G.V. Kelly 2020-2021 Mike Roche 2015-2016 Lisa Graf 2010-2011 Ryan Takaba 2005-2006 Ruchika Madan 2000-2001 Corran Shrimpton 2024-2025 Clive Sithole 2019-2020 Rachel Eng 2014-2015 Debra Fleury 2009-2010 Angela Cunningham 2004-2005 Karsten Kunert 1999-200 Madeleine Hartley 2023-2024 James Lee Webb 2018-2019 Kyla Toomey 2013-2014 Deborah Schwartzkopf 2008-2009 Monica Ripley 2003-2004 Randy Fein 1998-1999 Nicole McLaughlin 2022-2023 Katie Fee 2017-2018 Dan Molyneux 2012-2013 Cathy Lu 2007-2008 Gabriel Penfield 2002-2003 David Orser 1996-1997 Katie Bosley Sabin 2021-2022 Martin McDermott 2016-2017 Holly Curcio 20122-2012 Nicole Peters 2006-2007 Meghan Sullivan 2001-2002

What We Offer Want to come to Mudflat to work in clay? Check out the different options for how you can get involved here at Mudflat! Classes Mudflat offers a variety of ongoing classes for adults, kids, and teens! Adult class semesters run three times a year, each semester consisting of 14 weeks. During these semesters, classes meet once a week for 3 hours, and enrolled students have access to open lab hours for additional practice. For those seeking a shorter commitment, Mudflat also offers 4-week pottery classes that are perfect for beginners who want to explore wheel throwing without diving into a full semester. Designed specifically for those brand new to clay, these classes cover the fundamentals of throwing, trimming, and glazing functional pieces over four weekly sessions. Additionally, Mudflat offers an August semester where students can come to learn the basics of clay during a short summer semester. Kids and teen classes run from September to June annually, with classes meeting once a week for 2 hours during 6-week sessions. Classes offered are: handbuilding for younger kids ages 5-7 and wheel throwing for kids and teens ages 8-17. Ongoing classes are a great way to learn about crafting with clay! Learn more about adult classes Learn more about adult 4-week classes Learn more about kids classes Introductory Workshops Looking to try your hand at clay? Our introductory workshops are perfect for beginners! With hands-on instruction, you can choose from our Adult Wheelthrowing Intro or Friday Night Wheel workshops. New workshop dates are released every two months. Join us for a fun introductory workshop! Learn more about introductory workshops Private group/ Corporate Workshops Looking for a fun and creative activity for your group? Schedule a private workshop at Mudflat! Our workshops are perfect for groups of 5-15 people and can be scheduled during the day, on Friday evenings, or on weekends. Choose between basic wheelthrowing or handbuilding techniques and let our experienced instructors guide you through the process. Learn more about private workshops Residencies Mudflat is thrilled to offer two unique residency programs for professional artists seeking to work in our community clay studio. Our year-long residency program has been running since 1996 and provides artists a private studio space at no cost, access to Mudflat's facilities, a monthly materials stipend, a monthly housing stipend, and opportunities to teach and sell their work. Additionally, we offer a short-term residency program each summer for artists of color. Residents can propose their use of the program, such as developing teaching experience, creating a solo show hosted by Mudflat, or dedicating time to creating a body of work. This residency also includes a monthly materials stipend and monthly housing stipend and access to Mudflat's facilities. Consider applying to one of these great residency opportunities! Learn more about the year-long residency Learn more about the Artist of Color residency Studio Rentals Mudflat is home to a community of 38 ceramic artists who work in private or semi-private studios, creating a diverse range of functional and sculptural pieces. In our facility, Mudflat has two types of artist categories: Resident Artists and Associate Artists. Resident Artists are professional clay artists who have the technical skill and experience to fire their own work in the studio kilns. Associate Artists are serious clay students looking for more access, privacy, and shelf space. Both Resident Artists and Associate Artists have 24-hour studio availability, and use of other studio and classroom equipment. Learn more about studio rentals at Mudflat

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

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

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Upcoming Events at Mudflat Artist-in-Residence Exhibition: "crying yes risk joy" Thu, Jul 23 Mudflat studio- MPR More info Learn more & RSVP 29 days to the event Tuttle Talk: Hannah Schelb Fri, Sep 18 Mudflat MPR More info Learn more & RSVP October 3- November 2 2025 No Apologies Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 am - 8 pm, Saturdays & Sundays 10 am - 6 pm or by appointment. If the door is locked during these times, please ring the front doorbell. For purchase inquiries , please contact: Kate@mudflat.org Past Juried Exhibition- March/April 2025 The Mudflat Cup Show- 2025 Past Juried Exhibition- October 2024 Storytellers