City of Santa Fe, NM

10/15/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/16/2025 15:43

UNESCO Creative Encounter: Special Reception, Free Workshops and Demonstrations October 24–25

From October 24-25, join us to celebrate a UNESCO artist exchange with Tamba-Sasayama, Japan. Enjoy a special evening reception and learn about Tamba-Yaki pottery through hands-on workshops and demonstrations. Engage with master artists, local and international creatives, and experience centuries-old craft traditions in this unique cultural exchange. All events are free and open to the public, with limited space-advance registration is encouraged. This series honors Santa Fe's 20th anniversary as the first UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art in the United States, offering a rare opportunity to connect with global and local artists while exploring the vibrant creativity of our community.

UNESCO 20th Anniversary Public Reception

October 24, 2025

5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Santa Fe Community Convention Center

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Workshops

Tamba-Sasayama × New Mexico Ceramics Exchange Workshop
October 24, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts

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Tamba-Yaki Ceramic Workshop with Yuki Ogami
October 24, 2025, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

MAKE SANTA FE

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Tamba-Yaki Ceramic Workshop with Yuki Ogami
October 25, 2025, 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

PASEO POTTERY

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Demonstrations

Tamba-Yaki Pottery Demonstration with Tatsuya Ichino

October 24, 2025, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
PASEO POTTERY

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Tamba-Yaki Pottery Demonstration with Tatsuya Ichino

October 25, 2025, 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
MAKE SANTA FE

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Click here to visit our website for more information about the artists and programs.

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