Take advantage of the Gardiner’s year-round line-up of programs. Engage in the arts, food, literature, and more through the Gardiner’s Education Department.

Hands-On
Fun for all ages, the Open Clay Studio is a casual drop-in program running every Friday evening and Sunday afternoon. Find out more.

Instructed, eight-week clay classes allow participants to try a variety of techniques. Experiment with wheel throwing, hand building, or tile making, learn a new technique, and create a piece that you can take home. Find out more.

Know More – Film, Lectures and more
Learn from the best – ongoing lectures, symposia, and artists’ talks feature field experts from around the world. Topics range from gardening to culinary arts and ceramics. Know more.

Bring your friends and explore the permanent collection by taking a private tour of all, or part, of the permanent collection. More on group tours.

School Groups
The Gardiner’s curriculum-based education programs are a fun, active way to learn about art and human history. Programs combine study of the permanent collection and special exhibit with a hands-on clay experience.  Find out more.