Clay Works! is a co-op of artists, crafts people and folks who enjoy hand building and throwing clay.

Welcome to Clay Works! in the Bitterroot; a pottery studio located at 325 W Main St, Hamilton, Montana.

Clay Works Hamilton, MT Robin Ireland mugs

Welcome to Clay Works! pottery studio nestled in the picturesque Bitterroot Valley of Western Montana. Conveniently located at 325 West Main Street in Hamilton, MT and active since 2016, our pottery studio is a vibrant hub for pottery enthusiasts of all levels. We also proudly sell art created by our members as well as other local artists in The Gallery at Clay Works!

About Clay Works!

Come visit!

Come join us!

And enjoy the endless possibilities that working with clay offers!

Pottery classes and activities at Clay Works!
Bowl and platter, class project at Clay Works with instructor Robin Ireland.
Throwing on the wheel and sharing techniques at Clay Works!

Clay Works! is a wonderful place for creative exploration that fosters a sense of community and collaboration. It is equipped with 8 potter's wheels, a slab roller and a dedicated hand-building area.

Slab roller, tool and member storage area at Clay Works! pottery studio.
Tool area at Clay Works! pottery studio.

Our facilities also includes clay recycling stations, 2 pug mills, a clay extruder and an array of small equipment and hand tools. 

Pug mills for recycling clay in the pottery studio at Clay Works!
Glaze room at Clay Works! pottery studio in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana..

Our glaze room is stocked with 14 house glazes and drying areas, and our kiln room boasts 2 kilns with additional shelving areas.
Renting members also get a designated shelf to store personal tools and projects.

Glaze room and green ware drying area at the pottery studio in Hamilton, MT
2 Kilns at Clay Works! pottery studio.

Come enjoy a memorable pottery experience with friends, family or solo when you crave quiet time. Considering joining as a member and have anytime access to the studio.

Clay Works! begin with the intention to develop a ceramic arts workspace in the Bitterroot Valley wehre ceramic artists, hobbyist and students alike can share skills and experience imspire creativity and self-expression while fostering educational, professional, and personal relationships.

Clay Works! Mission

In 2016 a small group of 8 potters who wanted to…
Since that time our membership has grown to____members, added an in-house gallery and…..

How We Started

Clay Works! pottery studio and Gallery, 351 West Main St, Hamilton MT. In the BItterroot Valley of Montana.