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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!

 

The Bascom's Education Department is committed to providing life-enriching experiences through comprehensive arts education for children and adults. We offer a variety of educational programs which include workshops, ongoing classes, Art by Appointment, Open Studio Packages, field trips, demonstrations, community classes, and clubs - designed to meet the needs of artists of all skill levels.

Registration

To register for any of our classes or workshops, simply click the REGISTER button for that class or workshop.

Prefer to register over the phone?
Call 828.526.4949.

Refund Policy (Please Read!)

50% of your tuition payment is a non-refundable deposit. In the event that a student requests cancellation prior to 45 days of class/workshop commencement, he/she will be offered a course transfer or refund of 50% of the tuition payment. If a student cancels within 45 days prior to the first day of class, no refund will be made. The Bascom reserves the right to cancel any program that does not meet minimum enrollment, and full refunds will be issued.

The Bascom's Education Department is committed to providing life-enriching experiences through comprehensive arts education for children and adults. Our lectures and seminars are designed to provide informative and educational opportunities for artists of all skill levels in a variety of mediums.

Registration

To register for any of our classes or workshops, simply click the REGISTER button for that class or workshop.

Prefer to resister over the phone?
Call 828.526.4949.

REFUND POLICY (Please Read)

50% of your tuition payment is a non-refundable deposit. In the event that a student requests cancellation prior to 45 days of class/workshop commencement, he/she will be offered a course transfer or refund of 50% of the tuition payment. If a student cancels within 45 days prior to the first day of class, no refund will be made. The Bascom reserves the right to cancel any program that does not meet minimum enrollment, and full refunds will be issued.


 

One of the great benefits to becoming a member of The Bascom is having the opportunity to participate with like-minded individuals in one of the clubs or artist groups that convene on our campus.

Youth Events 44 Events

15
Nov
2025

Intergenerational Pottery - Ornaments

November 15, 2025 1:30 pm -3:30 pm
Instructor(s):
$75.00
Intergenerational Pottery - Ornaments

Come make a variety of personalized ornaments to keep or share with family and friends.

Ages:

5 and up 

03
Dec
2025

Youth Homeschool Pottery - Lidded Pots

December 3, 2025 1:30 pm - December 17, 2025 3:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$120.00
Youth Homeschool Pottery - Lidded Pots

Learn to make a lidded pot using the slab roller.

Class meets:

December 3,10,17

Ages:

5-18

04
Dec
2025

Youth Afterschool Pottery - Lidded Pots

December 4, 2025 3:45 pm - December 18, 2025 5:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$120.00

Learn to make a lidded pot using the slab roller.

Class meets:

December 4,11,18

Ages:

5-18

06
Dec
2025

Youth Pottery - Pinch Pot Snowmen

December 6, 2025 2:00 pm -4:00 pm
Instructor(s):
$60.00
Youth Pottery - Pinch Pot Snowmen

Make your own personalized pinch pot snowman. Work will be fired after class and available in approximately 3 weeks.

Ages:

5-18

13
Dec
2025

Youth Pottery - Holiday Mug

December 13, 2025 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s):
$60.00
Youth Pottery - Holiday Mug

Handbuild a special holiday mug.

Ages:

5-18

13
Dec
2025

Intergenerational Pottery - Holiday Mug

December 13, 2025 1:30 pm -3:30 pm
Instructor(s):
$75.00
Intergenerational Pottery - Holiday Mug

Handbuild a special holiday mug.

Ages:

5 and up 

To be confirmed

Art League of Highlands

To be confirmed
Instructor(s):
Free
During the season, the Art League of Highlands-Cashiers, a longstanding community partner of The Bascom, holds their monthly meeting at The Bascom, featuring a guest artist. Each 5:00 pm event is preceded by a 4:30 pm social with refreshments, free and open to the public.

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Opening Hours

Exhibitions & Shop (Winter Hours)
Wednesday - Saturday; 10 am - 4 pm

Studio Barn (Winter Hours)
Monday - Saturday; 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday; Noon - 4 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