FREE | Family Pottery Workshop

Looking for something to do with the kids on a Sunday morning? Join us at the Vizcaya Village Farmers Market for a FREE drop-in activity.

Perfect for families and children aged 6-12, this FREE interactive workshop invites you to explore the world of clay by crafting your very own clay pot.

Admission: FREE. Crafts are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Discover the Joy of Creation:

The talented Sumoonah Bri, whose work intertwines nature with ancient wisdom, will guide the group in the pinch pot technique – one of the world’s oldest art forms. Characterized by its simplicity and the direct connection it allows between the clay and the potter’s hands, this approach can be used by beginners and experienced ceramists alike.

Participants will explore the tactile pleasure of molding terracotta clay into personalized pinch pots to take home.

Whether you fancy making a unique mug, a trinket dish, or another imaginative vessel, this workshop is an open canvas for your creativity. This program requires manipulating natural material, allows for individual expression, and is especially effective for tactile learners.

Connect with Nature and Artistry:

The earth provided clay and in this workshop we will provide all the materials including Terracotta clay for participants to make their own pinch pot.

Experience the grounding effect of working with clay, connecting with the earth through sense of touch and sight as you work to sculpt a small bowl.

A Day at Vizcaya Village:

Beyond crafting, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the Vizcaya Village Farmers Market. Open from 9 am to 2 pm, the market is a treasure trove of local produce, artisan crafts, and delightful conversations with community farmers and vendors.

You can also register for additional activities, such as wellness classes ($5 pp) at 9:30 a.m. and guided tours of Vizcaya Village at 10:30 a.m. ($5 pp)

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR: Sumoonah Bri centers nature into every creation of hers, in every peace of work, she translates ancient knowledge into a gentle art form. She focuses on remembering and reconnecting the internal center in which resides our nervous system and cognitive functions. Through interactive touch, natural materials and creative play she cultivates a nature learning experience not limited to any age. Sumonah has focused her work and attention towards children for over 10 years from birth onward. She encourages joy and wonder to hear, discover and unveil what it means to exist. She can always be found under a canopy of trees listening to the rhymes and whistles of nearby birds, compiling flavors in the kitchen, sculpting clay or laughing with her favorite people.

LOCATION | This activity takes place exclusively at Vizcaya Village, the estate’s historic farm village, and does not include access to the east side of the property where the Main House and gardens are located.

VIZCAYA FAMILY PROGRAMS | This series is designed to create opportunities for intergenerational interactions among families with young children (ages 6-12). As such, orders that do not include a child ticket may be canceled.

EXPLORE THE MARKET | While you’re at Vizcaya Village, take some time to wander the Farmers Market and chat with local farmers and vendors. The market is open from 9am to 2pm every Sunday.

To promote inclusion for all, Vizcaya ensures that all community programs, after-hour and weekend events for locals, feature activities that are physically accessible to all visitors. While not all areas of the estate are wheelchair accessible, community programs are purposefully located in areas without stairs or that can be accessed via a ramp.