Visiting Artist Workshop: Linda Lewis
2025-04-27 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Workshop with Linda Lewis: ‘Figurative Body’

Date: Workshop date: Sunday, April 27th, 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Description of Demonstration: Participants will be led through the series of steps to create a figurative body from the waist up.
Cost: $65/person
Location: Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio, Cedar Rapids, IA

Schedule of Events:

Morning Workshop: 9:00 am–12:00 pm

After some discussion and introductions, Linda will discuss her process to creating her beautiful figurative sculptures.
Participants will then do a hands-on workshop and begin giving a cylinder a body shape, shoulders and arm attachments.

Lunch Break: 12:00-1:00 pm

Afternoon Workshop: 1:00 pm-4:00 pm

Learn more here:

Friday Night Friends
2025-05-02 18:00 - 20:00
Friday Night with Friends

2025 Friends of the Center, are invited to participate in special programming including the new Friday night with Friends to create in the studio. These events will be from 6-8pm.

Date: Friday, May 2nd
Time: 6-8pm.
Location: the ICCGS Studio

2025 Marion Art Festival
2025-05-17 09:00 - 16:00
The 2025 Marion Art Festival
Founded in 1992 and held the third Saturday of each May, the Marion Arts Festival offers art of exceptional quality, dishing up a singular and highly anticipated event. Consistently ranked in the top tier of fine art events nationwide, the MAF has been named as being among the Top 25 festivals in the country, as the #1 show featuring 100 artists or fewer, and as the best one-day event in the nation.

JOIN US THIS YEAR TO ENJOY THE FOLLOWING IN THE NEW DEPOT BUILDING IN MARION IOWA:

–WHEEL DEMOS: ICCGS will again host free 10 minute wheel demos for the public for all ages
–Handbuilding table will be back this year–contribute your addition to the table this year
–EMPTY BOWLS projects will be available for purchase

Stay tuned for more details here:

Date: Saturday, May 17th
Time: 9*am-3pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Downtown Marion’s NEW Depot Building

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED SIGN UP HERE.

Marion Art Festival
2025-05-17 09:00 - 17:00
Marion Arts Festival takes place Saturday, May 17th 2025.
Festival hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm but there is so much to explore in Uptown Marion these days! Visit the many shops and restaurants in the community before and after this years festival. Grab a coffee or some lunch from a variety of places, hang out at the newly opened library or go for a walk about the neighborhood to see what we are all about!
Iowa Ceramics Center will be back again this year to share our love of the ceramic wheel with 5-10 minute hands on wheel lessons, a creation table and the annual empty bowls fundraiser.

LEARN MORE HERE

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED SIGN UP HERE.

Spring Potluck--Plant Exchange
2025-06-08 16:00 - 18:00
Spring Potluck and Community Plant Exchange

Help us to welcome spring with all of our Community Members and students in our Studio! Bring along your favorite dish and also bring a plant or cut flowers to exchange with other community members. They will look fantastic in your handmade vases and pots.

Date: Sunday, June 8th, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm -6:00 pm
Location: the ICCGS Studio

State of the Kilns--Informational Meeting
2025-06-29 15:30 - 16:30
We are excited to hold this informational meeting to update you about the progress of our new kilns, and share our timeline to get things fired up.

We can’t wait to tell you about what we have COOKIN’–we appreciate your support as we work through the layers of our Kiln Renewal Project.

Date: Sunday, June 29th
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
Location: ICCGS Studio

Check back here the week of June 23rd for a meeting agenda!

Creative Coffee for Friends of the Center
2025-07-19 09:30 - 10:15
Creative Coffee

Our 2025 Friends are invited to participate in special programming including quarterly “Creative Coffee” Saturday.
These Saturday mornings are a time for Friends of the Center to bring a piece you recently made and share with the group. We will have a creative conversation over coffee with our community

Date: Saturday, July 19th
Time: 9:30-10:15 am
Location: the ICCGS Studio

Friday Night Friends
2025-08-01 18:00 - 20:00
Friday Night with Friends

2025 Friends of the Center, are invited to participate in special programming including the new Friday night with Friends to create in the studio. These events will be from 6-8pm.

Date: Friday, August 1st
Time: 6-8pm.
Location: the ICCGS Studio

Welcome Potluck
2025-09-14 16:00 - 18:00
Welcome Potluck

Join us in the studio for an opportunity for the ICCGS community to get to know the ICCGS Resident Artists and Staff. Each Resident Artist will give a five-minute presentation about their artistic practice.
Time: 4-6 pm, with presentations beginning at 4:30pm.

Date: Sunday, September 14th
Time: 4:00 pm -6:00 pm
Location: the ICCGS Studio

Click on the QRC to sign up for a dish to share.

Friday Night Friends
2025-10-10 18:00 - 20:00
Friday Night with Friends

2025 Friends of the Center, are invited to participate in special programming including the new Friday night with Friends to create in the studio. These events will be from 6-8pm.

Date: Friday, October 10th
Time: 6-8pm.
Location: the ICCGS Studio

Creative Coffee for Friends of the Center
2025-10-11 09:30 - 10:15
Creative Coffee

Our 2025 Friends are invited to participate in special programming including quarterly “Creative Coffee” Saturday.
These Saturday mornings are a time for Friends of the Center to bring a piece you recently made and share with the group. We will have a creative conversation over coffee with our community

Date: Saturday, October 11th
Time: 9:30-10:15 am
Location: the ICCGS Studio

Light the Fires--Annual Fundraiser
2025-10-12 16:30 - 19:00
Get Ready to Ignite the Night! 🔥 Light the Fires Annual Fundraiser is BACK!
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening under the stars in our very own Kiln Yard! Join us on October 12th from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM for the annual Light the Fires Fundraiser – an event you absolutely won’t want to miss!
Prepare for an incredible atmosphere as we gather outdoors to support a fantastic cause. And that’s not all – get ready to groove to the amazing sounds of Casey Klein, who will be bringing his musical talents to our unique setting.
Stay tuned for more details about what promises to be a spectacular night! You’ll want to be there!

MOBILE WORKSHOP AT BRUCEMORE- Glass Candy Cane Ornaments
2025-11-16 12:30 - 16:00
In this workshop, participants will design a candy cane ornament made of glass. Using a warm glass technique, you can craft your candy cane into a traditional design or create a colorful treat!
This workshop is hosted in the Brucemore Carriage House. All instructions and materials, as well as protective eyewear, are provided during the workshop. Following the workshop, the instructor will take the projects to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass studio for firing in their kilns. Your creation will be ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio approximately three weeks following the class date.
Please register by November 12 at 5:00 PM to reserve your spot.
Admission
$40.00 for one ornament | $60.00 for two ornaments
Location: at Brucemore Mansion
Sign up on the Brucemore website.

MOBILE WORKSHOP AT BRUCEMORE- Clay Gingerbread Family
2025-11-23 12:30 - 16:00
During this workshop, participants will create a charming, handmade Clay Gingerbread Family ornament. Using wet clay, you will carefully shape and customize each member of your gingerbread family. Whether you’re making a cozy family of two or a bustling bunch, this heartwarming keepsake will be a treasured addition to your holiday décor.
This workshop is hosted in the Brucemore Carriage House. All instructions and materials are provided during the workshop. Following the workshop, the instructor will take the projects to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for firing in their kiln. Your creation will be ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio approximately three weeks following the class date.
Please register by November 19 at 5:00 PM to reserve your spot.
Admission
$40.00 for one ornament | $60.00 for two ornaments
Location: at Brucemore Mansion
Sign up on the Brucemore website.

Mobile to Brucemore: Glass Holiday Trees
2025-12-07 12:30 - 16:00
Participants will design a beautiful double glass tree decoration using warm glass techniques. Both trees will share a single wooden display stand, so you can create a forest of sparkling holiday trees to brighten your home for the holidays. Projects include a wooden display stand.
This workshop is hosted in the Brucemore Carriage House. All instructions and materials, as well as protective eyewear, are provided during the workshop. Following the workshop, the instructor will take the projects to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass studio for firing in their kilns. Your creation will be ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio approximately three weeks following the class date, just in time to decorate for the holidays!
Please register by December 3 at 5:00 PM to reserve your spot.
Admission
$55 per project
Location: at Brucemore Mansion
Register online here.

Holiday Mugging Potluck
2025-12-14 16:00 - 18:00
Welcome Potluck
Join us for our annual Holiday Mugging Party & Potluck –and ring in the holidays with your favorite Community!

Bring a handmade mug to exchange and a dish to share.
Stay tuned for more information, as well as when we will put out the sign up sheet for potluck dishes.

Date: Sunday, December 14th
Time: 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM with mug exchange beginning at 4:30 PM
Location: the ICCGS Studio

Mobile Events at Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
2026-02-21 16:00 - 2026-06-30 19:00
We’re so excited to partner with Eastern Iowa Arts Academy (EIAA) to expand our mobile programming with access to ceramics and warm glass education in our community! This spring we’ll be offering multiple hands-on workshops for youth and adults at EIAA.

Join us for a hands-on class at EIAA where you’ll design and create unique project.

No experience needed! ICCGS’s Instructor will guide you step-by-step, and all materials are included.

Dates: Variety of dates are currently scheduled, check out the link below to learn more
Location: Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | 2630 B Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402
Cost: VARIES

REGISTRATION ON THE EIAA WEBSITE HERE

Mobile Event at Eastern Iowa Arts Academy-- Glass Plant Stakes
2026-02-21 17:00 - 19:00
We’re so excited to partner with Eastern Iowa Arts Academy (EIAA) to expand our mobile programming with access to ceramics and warm glass education in our community! This spring we’ll be offering multiple hands-on workshops for youth and adults at EIAA, with our first warm glass class on March 28th.

Join us for a hands-on class at EIAA where you’ll design and create a vibrant fused-glass plant stake—the perfect way to show off your style in your favorite planter or outdoor space. Using an array of colorful glass pieces, you’ll create and build your own stunning
2”x8′′ glass artwork that stands out amongst the greenery. We will even attach a metal stake to the back to easily get it into the ground too!
No experience needed! ICCGS’s Instructor will guide you step-by-step, and all materials are included. You will learn to cut small pieces of glass to create a design of your choice. After the workshop, your custom piece will be transported to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for professional glass fusing with kiln firing—bringing that finished look you can’t get anywhere else.
Participants must be 18 years of age. Once fired, your warm glass creation will be ready for pickup 3 weeks later at Iowa Ceramics Center and glass Studio—just in time to brighten up your spring plants!

Date: Saturday, February 21st 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM,
Location: Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | 2630 B Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402
Cost: $60/person

REGISTRATION ON THE EIAA WEBSITE HERE

Mobile Event at Brucemore: Clay Peony Wall Hanging
2026-05-31 12:00 - 14:00
Discover the beauty of clay in this special collaboration between Brucemore and the Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own one-of-a-kind clay peony. Our experienced instructor will guide you step-by-step through the process, teaching you how to pull, shape, and refine clay into delicate, lifelike petals. Watch your flower come to life as each layer builds into a stunning, dimensional bloom. While this project invites patience and focus, the end result is a truly unique piece you’ll be proud to display.
The workshop will take place in the historic Brucemore Carriage House, with all materials, tools, and instruction provided. After the workshop, your piece will be transported to the Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio, where it will be professionally kiln-fired and glazed, resulting in a vibrant, finished peony ready to hang on your wall.
Registration is required by May 27 at 5:00 PM to reserve your spot.Cost: $50 per project
What to Know Before You Go:

Space is limited and workshops often sell out—advance registration is required.
Recommended for ages 12 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Workshop duration is approximately 2 hours.
Finished pieces will be available for pickup at the Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio about three weeks after the workshop.

Arrival Information:

Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids.
Follow posted signs to the Carriage House, where parking is available.
Check in with Brucemore staff upon arrival.

Register through the Brucemore website to secure your spot

Mobile Event at Brucemore: Glass Butterfly Garden Stake
2026-07-19 12:00 - 14:00
Add a vibrant pop of color to your garden in this creative collaboration between Brucemore and the Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design your own stunning glass butterfly using warm glass techniques. Choose from a variety of colorful glass pieces to create bright, eye-catching wings, then finish your design with playful, curly antennae. Our instructor will guide you through each step, making this an approachable and rewarding experience for all skill levels.
The workshop takes place in the historic Brucemore Carriage House, with all materials, tools, and protective eyewear provided. After the workshop, your butterfly will be taken to the Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio to be kiln-fired. Once complete, a metal stake will be added, transforming your piece into a beautiful, ready-to-display garden accent—perfect for outdoor spaces or indoor planters.
Registration is required by July 19th at 5:00 PM to reserve your spot.Cost: $55 per project
What to Know Before You Go:

Space is limited and workshops often sell out—advance registration is required.
Recommended for ages 12 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Closed-toed shoes and leg-covering clothing are required for safety.
Workshop duration is approximately 90 minutes.
Finished pieces will be available for pickup at the Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio about three weeks after the workshop.

Arrival Information:

Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids.
Follow posted signs to the Carriage House, where parking is available.
Check in with Brucemore staff upon arrival.

Tips for Your Visit:

Consider leaving large bags or personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available but not monitored.
All admission sales are final—please review Brucemore’s ticket policy for details.
Make the most of your visit by exploring the Brucemore grounds or checking out additional events happening on the estate.

Register through the Brucemore website to secure your spot!
