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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!

 

07
Jul
2026

Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp

July 7, 2026 2:00 pm - July 9, 2026 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$150.00
Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp

Try out different methods of handbuilding pottery. In this three-day workshop we will explore using clay to create functional and decorative ceramics. Student work will be finished in a variety of ways, including underglaze and glaze, and will be fired after the class and available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after the last class.

Ages:

6-18

14
Jul
2026

Fantastic Fibers!

July 14, 2026 11:00 am - July 16, 2026 2:00 pm
Instructor(s): Caryn Raming
$225.00
Fantastic Fibers!

The Bascom invites young artists to get creative with instructor Caryn Raming in a hands-on exploration of fiber arts. Students will experiment with weaving, felting, handmade paper, and more; while playing with texture, pattern, and imaginative design.

Bring a lunch or snack, and get ready to CREATE!

Ages 7–12

14
Jul
2026

Kids Clay Camp - Wheel Throwing Camp

July 14, 2026 2:00 pm - July 16, 2026 3:30 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$150.00
Kids Clay Camp - Wheel Throwing Camp

Try out making pottery on the wheel. Students will practice the basics of learning to center and throwing small bowls, cups and plates. Work will be fired and glazed after the class and be available for pickup or shipping three weeks after class ends.

Suitable for ages 10-18

21
Jul
2026

Water Water Everywhere!

July 21, 2026 11:00 am - July 23, 2026 2:00 pm
Instructor(s): Caryn Raming
$225.00
Water Water Everywhere!

The Bascom invites young artists to get creative with instructor Caryn Raming through playful, water-based art adventures. Students will pour, mix, and blow their way to exciting discoveries, exploring movement, color, and unexpected effects.

Bring a lunch or snack, and get ready to CREATE!

Ages 7–12

21
Jul
2026

Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp

July 21, 2026 2:00 pm - July 23, 2026 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$150.00
Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp

Try out different methods of handbuilding pottery. In this three-day workshop we will explore using clay to create functional and decorative ceramics. Student work will be finished in a variety of ways, including underglaze and glaze, and will be fired after the class and available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after the last class.

Ages:

6-18

28
Jul
2026

STEAM Team! Collaborative Experiments in Creativity

July 28, 2026 11:00 am - July 30, 2026 2:00 pm
Instructor(s): Caryn Raming
$225.00
STEAM Team! Collaborative Experiments in Creativity

The Bascom invites young artists to join instructor Caryn Raming for hands-on, collaborative STEAM experiments that blend art, science, and creativity. Students will work together to explore imaginative challenges, test ideas, and discover how creative thinking and experimentation go hand in hand.

Bring a lunch or snack, and get ready to CREATE!

Ages 7–12

28
Jul
2026

Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp

July 28, 2026 2:00 pm - July 30, 2026 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$150.00
Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp

Try out different methods of handbuilding pottery. In this three-day workshop we will explore using clay to create functional and decorative ceramics. Student work will be finished in a variety of ways, including underglaze and glaze, and will be fired after the class and available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after the last class.

Ages:

6-18

01
Aug
2026

Youth Printmaking: Garden Party Monoprints!

August 1, 2026 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Caryn Raming
$60.00
Youth Printmaking: Garden Party Monoprints!

Celebrate the colors and textures of summer while exploring monoprinting techniques in a fun, hands-on workshop. Using flowers, leaves, and other garden materials, students will learn the basics of gelli plate printmaking and experiment with printing on one of The Bascom’s presses.

This beginner-friendly class requires no prior experience and results in vibrant prints that can be enjoyed on their own or used as inspiration for future art projects.

Ages 7-12

04
Aug
2026

Still Life Superstars!

August 4, 2026 11:00 am - August 6, 2026 2:00 pm
Instructor(s): Caryn Raming
$225.00
Still Life Superstars!

The Bascom invites young artists to work with instructor Caryn Raming as they explore the art of still life. Students will observe everyday objects and experiment with composition, color, and texture to create thoughtful and imaginative artworks in a variety of mediums.

Bring a lunch or snack, and get ready to CREATE!

Ages 7–12

04
Aug
2026

Kids Clay Camp - Wheel Throwing Camp

August 4, 2026 2:00 pm - August 6, 2026 3:30 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$150.00
Kids Clay Camp - Wheel Throwing Camp

Try out making pottery on the wheel. Students will practice the basics of learning to center and throwing small bowls, cups and plates. Work will be fired and glazed after the class and be available for pickup or shipping three weeks after class ends.

Suitable for ages 10-18

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Exhibitions & Shop
Tuesday - Saturday; 10 am - 5 pm

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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