KC Clay Guild was founded in 1988 in the home of potter, Michael Smith.  In order to offer classes to the community, KCCG rented a building near 39th and SW Trafficway for several years. KC Clay Guild purchased our current building at 200 West 74th Street in the Waldo Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO in the early part of the century. 

All are welcome at KCCG! We are here for first timers, kids, serious hobbyists, and professional artists alike. Our volunteers Studio Monitors are always avaialble to provide a tour, answer a question, or provide some advice.

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KC Clay Guild is a fully equipped ceramics studio located in the Waldo Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO designed to support artists of all skill levels. Our space features 25 potter’s wheels, a large slab roller, an extruder with multiple dies, molds, stamps, and a spray booth to accommodate various ceramic techniques. We have four computerized electric kilns, a small test kiln, multiple gas kilns—including downdraft and soda kilns—raku kilns, a Soldner clay mixer, a Shimpo deairing pugmill, and a Peter Pugger mixer pugger ensuring high-quality firing and clay preparation. To maintain a clean and safe workspace, the studio is equipped with dust extractors throughout the building. Additionally, we offer private studio spaces and rental shelves for artists needing dedicated work areas. 

Click here to take a virtual tour of our Waldo studio.

KC Clay Guild will move to an 18,600 square foot building at 39th and Broadway in Fall 2026. Stay tuned! 

Open to all, no experience required! Become a part of our creative community and start your ceramics journey today.

Membership benefits include free studio access on Friday and Saturday nights!

Other benefits include discounts on Open Studio, classes, workshops, firing, tools, and clay.

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