ABOUT US

Carbondale Clay Center has been an important part of the Roaring Fork Valley and the field of ceramics since the Center's inception in 1997. Over the last 28 years, the Clay Center has played a pivotal role in our local art scene by offering a positive and supportive place to build community through artistic expression and arts education. Generous community support has allowed us to successfully sponsor ceramic classes, kids camps, gallery exhibitions, artist residencies, outreach programs, special events, and community parties.

Our Mission

Our Vision

Our Values

Carbondale Clay Center exists to enrich lives through the ceramic arts.

Our vision is to provide a place where our communities come together to learn, explore, create, and appreciate quality ceramic arts.

Community: Collaboration & social interaction
Respect: Commitment to diversity and inclusivity and to respectful communication with all.
Stewardship: Socially, financially, and environmentally responsible.
Learning Environment: For everyone, from the casually curious to the established artist.
Fun: Exciting and inspirational discovery with laughter in the studios.

STAFF

Programs & Community Engagement Manager

EMMA MARTIN

Marketing + Communications Coordinator

ELISE HILLBRAND

Administrative & Development Assistant

ASHLEY BANEGAS

Guest Services & Administrative Assistant

JODI HENDERSON

Current Artist in Residence

MOLLY ALTMAN

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ted A. Behar, President
Paul Mersky, Vice President
Jeff DeBolt, Treasurer
Susan Muenchen, Secretary
Bert Furmansky, MD
Claire Green
Ann Harris
Sam Harvey
Cate Tallmadge

Board Advisor
Lori Dresner

Emeritus Board Member
James Surls

Founding Director
Diane Kenney