The Brooklyn Ceramic Arts Tour (BCAT) returns for its third year, offering a vibrant, four-day festival that brings together artists, collectors, and clay curious visitors to celebrate Brooklyn’s thriving ceramics scene. From May 29 to June 1, 2025, dozens of studios across the borough will open their doors for free live demonstrations, exhibitions, artist talks, makers' sales and more. BCAT invites the public to explore a rich variety of ceramic practices—from wheel-thrown pottery to conceptual installations—while meeting the artists behind the work, viewing group studio spaces and experiencing the creative process up close.

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With over 30 events, 20 ceramic studios, and more than 300 participating artists, BCAT 2025 highlights Brooklyn’s rising status as a national center for contemporary ceramics. “Brooklyn has steadily been emerging as a hub for ceramics in NYC, and this year reflects that evolution,” says co-founder Jill Bell. “It’s fostered a strong community where we learn from one another, grow together, and offer mutual support.” Highlights of this year’s tour include a Raku firing workshop, demonstration and exhibition at Newcomb Studios, a public mosaic project at Clayworks on Columbia, and a lively borough-wide wheel-throwing competition and fundraiser cup sale at Clay Space to close out the weekend. A full schedule and interactive map are available at www.brooklynceramicartstour.com.

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More than just an art event, BCAT is a grassroots, volunteer-led initiative devoted to building connections across Brooklyn’s diverse ceramic community. “There’s so much amazing work being made in these studios that’s yet to be discovered,” says Meg Metzger, owner of BAT Clay Studio. “It’s exciting to think about opening the doors and giving people a glimpse into this world.” 

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Whether you're a seasoned ceramicist or simply clay-curious, BCAT offers a welcoming space to engage with local makers, learn something new, and experience the creative energy shaping Brooklyn’s clay culture.