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a neighborhood community of ceramic artists and craftspeople

Coming soon to Brunswick Maine, The Bat will offer 24/7 membership, classes, workshops, and supplies.

The Bat Logo, text "The Bat" resting on a pottery wheel bat.

Welcome to The Bat, a pottery studio focused on growing and nurturing the local ceramics community and providing quality ceramics education. We aim to provide the space, support, and tools for creativity, growth, connection, and joy for those who make and appreciate ceramics.

FAQ

  • We are eager to open as soon as possible, aiming for late 2026. As soon as we know, we’ll send details out on our newsletter. Sign up to be notified!

  • All kinds: Multi-week beginner and intermediate classes, single-day and multi-day workshops, children’s classes, and artist demos. We’re excited to share specifics with you when we have more information. Keep an eye out for our newsletter updates and check back on our Classes page.

    Classes will be open to the public; you do not need to be a member to sign up for a class.

    Members will have early access to class signups and 20% off the cost of classes.

  • We are planning to offer a one-on-one class for complete beginners: one hour of wheel or handbuilding instruction. This is a great option for people who want to know if taking a full class is right for them.

  • Membership grants 24/7 access to the member area of the studio, with access to pottery wheels, tools, community glazes, firing and more. Members also receive early and discounted access to classes. For a more complete list of benefits, please visit our Membership page.


    The Bat is a community space. To ensure that everyone works well both in the space and with each other, all potential members must fill out an application and complete an in-person interview with studio management. Please note that, to be a member, you must be able to work independently and have two years of experience or equivalent education.

  • Yes. The minimum age for memberships and kiln rentals is 18.

  • We will have security cameras running 24/7 covering the entirety of the studio and parking lot, to ensure both member & student safety and adherence to our codes of conduct. After class hours, the front door will be locked and building access will be via keycard only.

  • Yes!

  • VALUES

    Our studio is founded on a progressive mission to create artistic community and remove barriers to learning and creating art. We want everyone, no matter their identity, to feel comfortable, welcome, and safe at The Bat. Not just because kindness fosters community, but because a supportive environment helps everyone learn better and create their best work. To that end, The Bat has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination, harassment, bullying, violence, or abusive language.

    We proudly support the rights and causes of the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, women & AFABs, immigrants, and all others whose human rights are being threatened.
    We are staunchly NO KINGS and want ICE OUT of Maine and the USA.

    ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

    By definition, the creation of pottery uses energy and creates waste. We strive to minimize our negative impact on the environment through reclaiming clay, minimizing water use, and disposing of waste responsibly.