Rookwood’s Annual Spring Open House
Saturday, May 3 | 10 AM–6 PM
Sunday, May 4 | 10 AM–4 PM
Rookwood Pottery: 1920 Race Street Cincinnati, OH
Celebrate the season at Rookwood Pottery’s Spring Open House. This weekend-long event invites you into our pottery studio for creative workshops, behind-the-scenes tours, live artist demonstrations, and curated shopping experiences.
Founded in 1880, Rookwood Pottery has been a cornerstone of American art pottery and decorative ceramics for generations. This event offers a rare opportunity to explore our working studio, meet the artisans behind the craft, and engage directly with the legacy of Rookwood.
Experience Artistry 145 Years in the Making
Throughout the weekend, guests are invited to take part in hands-on workshops inspired by Rookwood’s heritage of artistry and design. From tile painting and floral arranging to wine pairings and houseplant care, each experience is thoughtfully curated to spark inspiration and celebrate the art of making.
Workshops: (spots are limited)
• Spring Blooms: Tile Hand-Painting
• Houseplant 101 with Fern
• Japanese Kokedama with Fern
• Spring Floral Design with Sprouts
➡️ Register for workshops:
https://rookwood.com/pages/events
Complimentary Factory Tours:
• Guided tours are available throughout the weekend. Reservations are recommended as spots fill quickly.
➡️ Register for tours:
https://rookwood.com/products/soh-factory-tours
Live Pottery Wheel-Throwing Demonstrations:
— Saturday: Joe Paushel | 10 AM–6 PM
— Sunday: Rebecca Rohr | 10 AM–4 PM
Join us in supporting a selection of local women-owned businesses offering thoughtful gifts just in time for Mother’s Day:
— Baqette (Saturday only)
– Pot Head Pottery
– Julia Lipovsky (Live Portraits)
– Fern
– Hoste Shoppe
Food & Drink Partners:
— Funnel cakes from Nola’s
— Coffee from Coffee Emporium
— Cookie Lab (for workshop participants)
— Complimentary catering from The Rhined
Parking:
• Limited paid customer parking will be available in the lot adjacent to Rookwood. To park, simply download the Passport Parking App from your phone's App Store.
• You can also find parking in the Findlay Market North Garage, Findlay Market North Parking Lot or street parking around Race, Elm, and Findlay Streets.
This weekend is all about creativity, community, and craft. We look forward to welcoming you to Rookwood!
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