Rare Trades Weekend with Wagga Wagga Potters Club
Discover the Art of Clay Across a Fun-Filled Weekend!
Join us for a our first Rare Trades Weekend at the Museum of the Riverina with the Wagga Wagga Potters’ Club. Explore the fascinating world of pottery, from hands-on workshops to a captivating display of clay techniques. Whether you’re an aspiring potter or visiting with the family, there’s something for everyone!
Saturday October 4
Clay Slab Vase Workshop (16+)
Get hands-on in this two-hour workshop for ages 16+. Guided by experienced members of the Wagga Wagga Potters’ Club, you’ll learn slab building techniques to create your very own cylindrical vase. Add your personal decorative touches and choose from three glazes before your piece is professionally fired and ready to collect from October 25.
Workshop Times: 10:00 am–12:00 pm | 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Cost: $50
Tickets: HERE
No experience needed—just bring your imagination!
Sunday October 5
Come & Try Kids Pottery Workshop (5+)
Little hands can get creative in this one-hour workshop for children aged 5+. Kids choose from three fun activities:
- Pinch Pots – shape clay into bowls, cups, or pots.
- Little Critters – create imaginative hand-built creatures.
- Clay Slabs – roll and cut clay into flowers, ornaments, and more.
Workshop Times: 10:00 am–11:00 am | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Cost: $5
Tickets: HERE
All materials are provided, and finished pieces are fired and ready for pickup later. Children must be accompanied by a supervising adult, and clothes that can handle a little mess are recommended.
Potters Club Merchandise Table
Purchase something unique from the artisans of the Wagga Wagga Potters Club. All proceeds support their ongoing work.
All Weekend
From Earth to Art | Pottery Display
Step into the world of clay with the “From Earth to Art: The Journey of Clay” display. Learn how clay is processed from the ground to a finished piece and explore a variety of hand-building techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab methods. See how firing transforms clay into beautiful, durable works of art and gain insight into the creative process behind each unique piece.
About the Wagga Wagga Potters’ Club
The Wagga Wagga Potters’ Club is a welcoming community where members share their passion for clay through workshops, exhibitions, and lessons. The Club fosters creativity, learning, and social connection while passing pottery skills to future generations. Regular activities include raku firings, weekend workshops, and exhibitions, providing members and visitors alike with opportunities to explore the joy of pottery.
