Pomona
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AMOCA: Treasure Sale Weekend
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaFriday, Saturday, & Sunday, December 5, 6, & 7, 2025 • 11:00 AM –4:00 PM • In Person • free w/advance registration Explore AMOCA’s current exhibitions, enjoy docent-led tours, and shop one-of-a-kind finds during our 2025 Treasure Sale Weekend. Admission to the museum during Treasure Sale Weekend is complimentary with advance registration.
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Teen Wheel Lab
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaJoin one of AMOCA’s teaching artists for a 1.5-hour wheel throwing lab, where youth ages 12-16 are invited to try their hand at the wheel and learn the steps to make their own pottery. Advance registration required.
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Family Workshop: Holiday Ornaments
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaFun for the whole family! AMOCA invites you to join us for a one-day holiday ornament decorating workshop where you’ll craft rustic holiday ornaments. Advance registration is required.
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Getty Marrow Curatorial Tour: Mata Ortiz
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaJoin us for a tour of AMOCA’s exhibition In Their Hands: The Evolution of Mata Ortiz Pottery with 2025 Getty Marrow Curatorial Intern Nico Kossakowaski. This tour is free with museum admission.
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Introductory Clay Class
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaThe perfect way to get your hands dirty, relax, and have fun! In this one-hour introductory class, you’ll learn the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Advance registration required.
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DIY: Decoupage Serving Dish
Pomona Valley Pride 235 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, California, United StatesAdd a touch of charm to your home with this hands-on D.I.Y. craft! In this creative workshop, you’ll design your very own serving dish using the art of decoupage—layering beautiful paper designs, patterns, or images onto a surface for a polished, decorative finish. Whether you prefer elegant florals, vintage vibes, Read more
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Family Activity: Storytime in the Gallery
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaJoin us for storytime in the gallery in partnership with the Pomona Public Library! Children will enjoy a story and complementary age-appropriate art activity while viewing AMOCA’s exhibition In Their Hands: The Evolution of Mata Ortiz Pottery. Pre-registration is encouraged.
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First Friday; Pay What You Can Day
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaThanks to generous support from AMOCA’s Board of Directors, Museum admission for First Fridays at AMOCA is pay what you can. On the First Friday of each month, visit the Museum and choose your own ticket prices!
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Butcher Paper Zines
Pomona Valley Pride 235 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, California, United StatesBig, bold, and unapologetically lo-fi—this zine explores the art of creating with butcher paper. From wall-sized posters to spontaneous street publications, learn how to turn cheap rolls into powerful, large-format storytelling tools.
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Introductory Clay Class: Wheel Throwing
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaFriday, January 9, 2026 •5:30-6:30 PM or 7:30-8:30 PM • In person • $75 The perfect way to get your hands dirty, relax, and have fun! In this one-hour introductory class, you’ll learn the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Advance registration required.
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Second Saturday Docent Tour
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaSaturday, January 10, 2026 • 3:00 PM • In Person On the second Saturday of each month, AMOCA’s docents offer a guided look into one of our current exhibitions. January’s tour will focus on Fired in Revolution: Ceramics from the People’s Republic of China. Second Saturday tours are free with museum admission.
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Winter Clay Classes @ The Studio
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaJanuary -February 2026 • Days and Times vary • In Person 6-week ceramic courses for adults meet once a week and encourage development of ceramic skills, including hand-building, wheel throwing, and more!
$350