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Brookfield Craft Center

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what's happening AT BROOKFIELD CRAFT CENTER

On May 17th the Brookfield Craft Center will be having its Spring Open House. From 11am through 4pm. We invite you to join us in our eight studios, to meet instructors and hear their stories. In the Gallery, the Turning 20 Exhibition by the Nutmeg Woodturners League will be shown at the same time. This free, all-ages event is the perfect way to experience the magic of craft firsthand. Come, See, Learn, and be Inspired!

Artist-in-Residence Application Almost Due!

Why Should I Apply?

Join us at Brookfield Craft Center for a transformative experience that will inspire, challenge and help you grow as an artist. Whether you’re exploring new techniques, expanding your creativity, or simply need time and space to focus, our residency program offers the perfect setting to support your work.

Program benefits are: dedicated space, time for experimentation, and the opportunity to elevate one’s craft.

Summer Youth Registration Has a Few Seats Left!

Brookfield Craft Center’s Hands-On Summer Youth Program is celebrating its 11th year of inspiring creativity! This program is a great alternative to full-day summer-long education programs offering small class sizes where students receive individual attention in a warm and welcoming environment. Choose from a variety of classes offered in any of our eight studios and explore the joy of crafting.

in the gallery

Turning 20

This exhibition celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Turning Center at Brookfield Craft Center which features the woodturned artistry of members of the Nutmeg Woodturners League.

Reception held at May 10th from 5 – 8pm and May 21st from 5 – 8pm.

On display from May 3rd through July 6th.

classes at brookfield craft center

Wood Turning & Wood Working

Join us for our wood turning and wood working classes held in the train station. Come turn on one of out many lathes!

Fun in the Forge

Welding, blacksmithing, and much more. Classes for all skill levels. Sign up early, classes fill up fast!

Create with Clay

Make a mug, a teapot or dinnerware! Home school pottery, after school pottery, and other youth adventures in clay.

Weaving & Fiber Classes

Weave a scarf, a table runner, block print a tea towel, learn Sashiko stitching and more.

Lampwork & Glass Classes

From lamp work beads to borosilicate and silkscreen, our glass studio hosts a variety of classes.

Photography Classes for All Levels of Interest

Want to understand how to capture subjects effectively and creatively? Master DSLR camera settings and more!

Open Studios

Brookfield Craft Center is pleased to offer the opportunity for students and members to hone their skills in our studios. Open Studio is available in our Forge, Clay, Glass and Jewelry Studios.

Our Mission

Brookfield Craft Center is dedicated to teaching traditional and contemporary craft skills and fostering the appreciation of fine craftsmanship. Learn and grow with our artistic community of talented faculty, inspired students, and generous volunteers and supporters.