Celebrate 120 Years of Pewabic during House & Garden Show June 8-11
DETROIT – Kick off summer and celebrate 120 years of a Detroit icon at the Pewabic House & Garden Show, June 8-11, presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions.
“We are excited to celebrate 120 years of Pewabic handcrafting ceramics in Detroit, with the amazing community that has made this milestone anniversary possible!” explains Pewabic Executive Director Steve McBride.
On Thursday, June 8, the show begins with a ticketed Preview Party Fundraiser featuring a strolling supper and cocktails by Two Unique Catering, decor provided by Display Group and live music by Ben Sharkey. Attendees are the first to shop Pewabic’s new Summer Collection releases and an auction featuring Detroit experiences and one-of-a-kind Pewabic ceramics.
The House & Garden Show continues free and open to the public Friday June 9th – Sunday June 11th. Shop Pewabic’s newest iridescent glaze, tiles and jewelry, alongside ceramic art by more than 50 artists from throughout North America, including large-scale sculptures.
Visitors can watch live sculpting by artist Pamela Timmons and wheel throwing demonstrations by Pewabic artisans. The National Historic Landmark Pottery building will be open for strolling tours of the studios and for guests to learn about Pewabic’s 120 year history in Detroit in the expanded museum exhibition “Pewabic: Detroit’s Pottery.”
On Saturday and Sunday, Pewabic’s courtyard becomes a biergarten featuring live music and food trucks. Enjoy music by the Ben Teague Trio and food from Papelon Arepa Bar on Saturday and tunes by Stereo Babe and food from Delectabowl on Sunday.
“This is a chance to enjoy a fun-filled weekend at one of Detroit’s most iconic cultural destinations,” explains McBride. “We’re thrilled to welcome everyone to the pottery to experience the magic of ceramic art.”
For full event information and to purchase tickets visit Pewabic.org/GardenParty
About Pewabic
Pewabic is a National Historic Landmark pottery located at 10125 E. Jefferson Ave. in Detroit, one mile east of Belle Isle. Founded in 1903 by Mary Chase Perry Stratton and Horace Caulkins, Pewabic rose to popularity for its distinctive iridescent glazes and architectural tile installations. Today, Pewabic continues its legacy as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enriching the human spirit through clay. Visitors can watch staff artisans handcraft the latest designs using traditional techniques and a clay mixer dating back to the early 1900s; explore galleries of contemporary ceramic art from around the country; or take classes in the Education Studio.
2023 Pewabic House & Garden Show Schedule
PREVIEW PARTY FUNDRAISER
Thursday, June 8, 6-9:30 PM
The Pewabic House & Garden Show, celebrating 120 years of Detroit’s Pottery, kicks off Thursday, June 8, with a ticketed Preview Party Fundraiser. Enjoy a strolling supper and cocktails from Two Unique Catering, live artist demos by Pamela Timmons, music by Ben Sharkey, and more. Tickets for the preview party are $150; $175 for Patrons and $250 for Benefactors. For Preview Party tickets, visit pewabic.org/gardenparty or call 313-626-2002.
WEEKEND FESTIVITIES
Friday, June 9 – Sunday, June 11
The House & Garden Show continues Friday, June 9 through Sunday, June 11 – free and open to the public – featuring Pewabic’s summer releases and the work of ceramic artists from throughout North America, live artist demonstrations by Pewabic wheel throwing artists and sculpting by Pamela Timmons, and a weekend biergarten with live music and food trucks. Visitors can enjoy music by the Lo-Fi Rhythm Kings and food from Papelon Arepa Bar on Saturday and music by Stereo Babe and food from Delectabow on Sunday, a strolling tour of the studios, and the opportunity to explore 120 years of Detroit’s National Historic Landmark Pottery through the expanded museum exhibition “Pewabic: Detroit’s Pottery.”
- Friday, June 9, 10 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday, June 10, 10 AM – 5 PM
- Sunday, June 11, 11 AM – 4 PM
More event details can be found at Pewabic.org/GardenParty
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