# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Learn About Kuaua Through Clay Workshop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us at Coronado Historic Site in Bernalillo, New Mexico, Saturday, May 16 – Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., for a beginner's level five-day pottery-making workshop that will introduce you to working with clay. You will also learn about the type of pottery that was made and found at ancient Kuaua Pueblo.

Ranger Robert Silas (Hopi), a multi-disciplinary artist known for his traditional Hopi and Zuni pottery, will lead the workshop. Throughout the class, you will learn everything from processing locally mined natural clay to molding pots by hand to painting pottery. On the final day of the workshop, we will build a fire and pre-heat pots by the open flames to prepare for firing.

Materials will be provided. Bring a sack lunch each day. All five sessions of the workshop must be attended to complete the project.

The workshop is $220 per person and $180 per person for MNMF members and FCJHS members. Registration link coming soon. Check https://www.coronadojemezfriends.org/ or call (505) 867-5351.

Daily workshop schedule:

May 16: The class will start with processing natural clay that has been mined locally. Students will pound the clay into small pieces and process it through a grinder. After the grinding process, they will add water to the powdered clay and knead until the clay is ready for molding.

May 17: Pots will be molded throughout the day and set out to dry. Students will work on their dry pieces and mold also more clay.

May 18: Students will paint their pottery while also learn the history of Kuaua Pueblo and the different styles of pottery found at the site here. We will begin the process of building the kiln. 

May 19: Finish remaining pottery and painting. Gather wood for the firing. Students will see samples of different clays and pigments and learn how they are used for different styles of pottery.  

May 20: Firing day, which will involve pre-building a fire, pre-heating pots by the open flames, and getting pots ready for firing.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bernalillo/learn-about-kuaua-through-clay-workshop/200029988712359
- **Event Categories**: Workshops, Art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bernalillo
- **state**: NM
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Coronado Historic Site
- **lat**: 35.329954581417
- **long**: -106.55691101793
- **full address**: Coronado Historic Site, 485 Kuaua Rd, Bernalillo, NM 87004, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Learn About Kuaua Through Clay Workshop being held?
  - **A:** Learn About Kuaua Through Clay Workshop takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Coronado Historic Site, 485 Kuaua Rd, Bernalillo, NM 87004, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Learn About Kuaua Through Clay Workshop?
  - **A:** Learn About Kuaua Through Clay Workshop is organized by New Mexico Historic Sites.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at New Mexico Historic Sites's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given New Mexico Historic Sites a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. New Mexico Historic Sites has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Learn About Kuaua Through Clay Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bernalillo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Learn About Kuaua Through Clay Workshop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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