NCECA
March 25 - 28 2026
Thank you for making Detroit's first NCECA conference a success!
We are so grateful for all the connections, laughter, and excitement brought in from NCECA. We hope to see you all again in the future!
Explore our National Historic Landmark Pottery
Pewabic Pottery is always open to the public, and admission is free. Located on Detroit's East Jefferson Avenue, our Tudor-style pottery building was constructed in 1907 and is one of the oldest continuously operating potteries in the nation. Learn how you can support Pewabic and help us further our nonprofit mission to enrich the human spirit through clay.
When you visit, check out our museum, store, and production spaces. Our fabrication studio will be open for strolling tours where you can see the people, processes, and equipment that make our iconic ceramics.
Learn more about the 2026 NCECA conference in Detroit here.
Getting to the pottery
We are located on East Jefferson, about 5 miles from downtown Detroit. If you don't have a vehicle, the best way to get to the pottery is by bus. You can see updated fares and download the payment app here.
Pewabic will be featured in the exhibition shuttle bus tour from Huntington Place Convention Center on Wednesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 26.
pottery tours
During NCECA, Pewabic's fabrication studio will be open for free strolling tours during our open hours from 10am - 5pm, with last entrance to our studio at 4:30pm. See the equipment and processes used to make our iconic pottery, including our 1912 clay mixer that still makes the clay used in our tiles today.
exhibitions
the pewabic museum
View our exhibition Pewabic: Detroit's Pottery that showcases historic Pewabic pieces and insight into our ceramic process.
Independent Artist Gallery
View and shop ceramic works by over 50 artists from Michigan and beyond in a wide variety of ceramic techniques and styles.
contemporary Pewabic ceramics
A showcase of contemporary Pewabic ceramics will be available to view in our Gallery store.
Looking for things to do in the area?
Make your visit to the pottery into a day trip to remember! The area around Pewabic is filled with restaurants, shops, art galleries and more. Take a look at our recommended destinations and favorite places in Detroit.