10/15/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/16/2025 15:43
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
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
Tamba-Yaki Ceramic Workshop with Yuki Ogami
October 24, 2025, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Tamba-Yaki Ceramic Workshop with Yuki Ogami
October 25, 2025, 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Demonstrations
Tamba-Yaki Pottery Demonstration with Tatsuya Ichino
October 24, 2025, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
PASEO POTTERY
Tamba-Yaki Pottery Demonstration with Tatsuya Ichino
October 25, 2025, 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
MAKE SANTA FE
Click here to visit our website for more information about the artists and programs.