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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!

 

12
Sep
2026

All Ages Pottery: Slab Pottery Pumpkins

September 12, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Slab Pottery Pumpkins

Use the slab roller to make a clay pumpkin to keep and some tiny ones to share for our Annual Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

19
Sep
2026

All Ages Pottery: Pinch Pot Pottery Pumpkins

September 19, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Pinch Pot Pottery Pumpkins

 Make a clay pinch pot pumpkin to keep and some tiny ones to share for our Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

03
Oct
2026

All Ages Pottery: Ghosts

October 3, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Ghosts

Get ready for spooky season by creating ghosts using slabs and texture tools. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up. 

17
Oct
2026

All Ages Pottery: Wizard Hat Luminary

October 17, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Wizard Hat Luminary

Make a wizard hat luminary using clay slabs. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6-18

07
Nov
2026

All Ages Pottery: Turkey Pinch Pot Vase

November 7, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Turkey Pinch Pot Vase

 Inspired by the classic handprint turkey, make a pinch pot turkey (with your hand as the tail) and turn it into a special holiday vase. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two weeks after class.

Suitable for ages 6 and up 

14
Nov
2026

All Ages Pottery: Gingerbread Mug

November 14, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Gingerbread Mug

Make a special holiday mug. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class. 

Suitable for ages 6 and up.

05
Dec
2026

All Ages Pottery: Luminary Trees

December 5, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Luminary Trees

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

Suitable for ages 6 and up.

12
Dec
2026

All Ages Pottery: Ornaments

December 12, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$75.00
All Ages Pottery: Ornaments

Come make a variety of personalized ornaments to keep or share with family and friends. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.

Suitable for 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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 Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org