Community pavilion and roof deck expansion

The Clay Studio

Recipient

Grant Year 2021

Grant Amount $300,000

Status Completed

Updated May 30, 2023

The Clay Studio will modify a roof deck and street-level community pavilion at its new 32,500-square-foot Kensington facility to create more year-round usable space. With increased use of these outdoor areas, along with a new staff position to coordinate events and community activities, the organization will boost earned revenue and safely expand attendance capacity for both paid and free classes, workshops, and events that serve international and regional professional artists, children, adult learners, and neighborhood residents.

The total grant amount represents project funding plus an additional 20% in unrestricted general operating support.

Recipient

The Clay Studio

The Clay Studio inspires curiosity and discovery around the art and craft of clay through robust educational programs, artist residencies, and exhibitions. Founded in 1974, the organization is renowned for its unique ability to serve all levels of students while broadening ceramics as a contemporary art form and serving as a preeminent space where artists from across the country and around the world cultivate their careers.

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