Open Studios

Sat 01 & Sun 02

Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough potters kick off our celebration of all things clay by welcoming the public to their studios and galleries.

Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough

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Ceramics Display

Sat 01 to Sun 09

Take a stroll around Nelson's CBD and discover works by local and national potters.

Nelson CBD

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Gallery Exhibitions

Sat 01 to Sun 09

Nelson's art galleries proudly present a range of carefully curated exhibitions showcasing the ever-growing talent of Aotearoa's clay community.

Nelson CBD

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Potters Square

Mon 03 to Sat 08 – 11am to 4pm

Join local and visiting potters for live demonstrations, clay conversations and kiln firings. Try your hand at pottery and contribute to a public sculpture.

1903 Square, Nelson

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Evenings at Arden

Wed 05 to Sat 08 – 5pm till late

Grab a drink or a bite to eat and chat to fellow potters about clay, fire and everything in between.

Arden, Nelson

Panel Discussion

Fri 07 - 6.30pm to 8pm

Join local and visiting potters as they discuss the past, present and future of ceramics in Aotearoa.

Johnny Cash Room - G Block NMIT, Nelson

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Potters in the Park

Sun 09 – 10am to 3pm

Browse the works of potters from around New Zealand, watch demonstrations or find a piece for your collection at Nelson Clay Week’s pottery market.

Queen's Garden Nelson.
Wet weather venue: Energy Centre, Founders Park.

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History of Clay

Sun 01 – Sun 09

Learn about the history of clay in our beautiful region from videos, photographs and exhibitions hosted in the heart of Nelson.

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Digital Projections

Sun 01 to Sun 09 - from dusk till 10pm

Take a peek inside studios across Aotearoa and gain insight into potters' creative processes.

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More Events


Find out about other clay-centric events happening during Nelson Clay Week.

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