Join us for this extended tour + throwing demonstration + talk from guest potter and Pond Farmer Hunt Prothro, discussing Wildenhain’s surface and glaze effects and other influences on his own body of work. Refreshments provided. Part of Handwork 2026. #Handwork2026
This tour will immerse you in the history and natural beauty of this significant cultural site, a National Historic Landmark. Learn about the dreams and challenges of internationally-renowned ceramicist Marguerite Wildenhain, the first woman to graduate from the Bauhaus as a Master Potter. For more than 30 years, Pond Farm Pottery was Marguerite’s home, school, and studio where she taught hundreds of students in the Bauhaus tradition.
Tours begin promptly at 9:30AM and last two hours.
The tour begins at the Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods office/Volunteer Office which is located to the right beyond the picnic area in Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. After a brief presentation, participants will carpool up the hill to the site, which is located in Austin Creek State Recreation Area, less than a mile away.
Cost is $35 per person. Reservations are required. Tickets are non-refundable, but transferable. Private group tours by appointment only.
Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods welcome individuals of all abilities. If you require accommodations to participate in this event, please contact us at 707-869-9177 ex 2 or at [email protected] at least 5 days in advance so we can make arrangements.
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