Virtual History Talks
This series of virtual history talks began in 2023 as a celebration of Pewabic's 120th anniversary. Join Pewabic's Education Director & Archivist Annie Dennis as she presents exclusive historic images and stories of Pewabic's impact on ceramics in Detroit and beyond.
Access to our virtual history talks is free thanks to the generous operating support provided by our members, donors, the Michigan Arts & Culture Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more about how you can support Pewabic as we continue our legacy in clay.
Pewabic: a history 120 years in the making
Pewabic's Education Director & Archivist, Annie Dennis, gives a virtual look into the 120-year history of Detroit's iconic Pewabic Pottery. Explore images from the Pewabic archives as Annie guides you through over a century of handcrafting pottery and tiles in Detroit.
Recorded in October 2023
Pewabic Tile in Schools
Annie Dennis guides you through a virtual look into the rich legacy of Pewabic Tiles installed in schools. Explore images from the Pewabic archives during this virtual talk recording as Annie guides you through over a century of fountains, fireplaces and other Pewabic tile installations adorning learning institutions throughout our history.
Recorded in March 2023
The Studio Building & campus
Annie Dennis provides an in-depth look into the National Historic Landmark studio on Detroit's east side — that Pewabic has called home since 1907. Explore images from the Pewabic archives during this virtual talk as Annie introduces you to the architect behind this iconic pottery studio and how the campus and studio have grown and adapted over Pewabic's 120-year history.
Recorded in May 2023
Pewabic Tile in Homes
During this presentation, Annie Dennis explores the rich legacy of Pewabic Tiles installed in residential spaces. Uncover images from the Pewabic archives with us during this virtual talk as we discuss over a century of Pewabic Tile — fireplaces, bathrooms, backsplashes, floors, fountains and more — adorning private homes.
Recorded in July 2023
Pewabic & the automotive industry
Founded the same year and in the same city as Ford Motor Company, Pewabic established a long-standing relationship with Detroit's Automotive Industry from its earliest years. Join Annie for an hour long virtual look at Pewabic's relationship with the Automotive Scene in Detroit- a true intersection of Art and Industry.
Recorded in September 2023
Pewabic Tile in Churches
Dive deep into the rich legacy of Pewabic Tiles installed in sacred spaces. Explore images from the Pewabic archives during this virtual talk as Annie guides you through some of the largest Pewabic tile installations to date!
Recorded in November 2023