Starworks offers a vibrant space filled with galleries, studios, workshops, and unique experiences. Whether you're an artist, an art enthusiast, or just curious to explore, there's always something happening at Starworks to inspire and engage you.
Open to the public Monday through Saturday - Click here for special events
Starworks is hiring for an Administrative Assistant and a Clay Factory Assistant.
(left to right) Sarah Dassouki, David Kwak, Reese Nguyen
Embellished Moments
Ceramic Exhibition with Sarah Dassouki, David Kwak, and Reese Nguyen.
Over the past year, these rising ceramic artists have explored local North Carolina clays, developed new methods and practices, assisted visiting artists, supported wild clay production, and contributed to the vibrant Starworks community. Join their farewell exhibition as these artists complete their year-long internships.
On view through August 23, 2025
Open to the public Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm
Fred Kahl
The dark show
a luminous exhibition at Starworks
This immersive exhibition features luminous and light-bending works from the Starworks permanent collection, displayed alongside new pieces by visiting artists. Experience the glow in a dimmed gallery setting designed to highlight the radiance of each piece.
On view through August 23, 2025
Open to the public Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm
Starworks Glass Pumpkin Patch
Join us opening day, September 20, for glass blowing demonstrations, live music, food trucks, and to meet the artists behind the pumpkins!
These pumpkins don’t just look good on your mantle — All proceeds from the Glass Pumpkin Patch support educational programming and internships at Starworks throughout the year.
Want to shop early this year? Donors of $250 or more shop as early as Sept 13.
Starworks Annual Benefit & Auction
TRANSFORMATION: Starworks Annual Benefit & Auction has been announced for Saturday, October 25, 2025
Join us as we raise a glass to craft, connection, and a milestone moment in Starworks’ journey.
Featuring special guest artists, live entertainment, a fabulous luncheon, silent auction, and our stunning "Maker's Dozen" live auction, showcasing 13 specially curated works of art!
WNC Artist RELIEF Residencies
This is a need-based opportunity for Western North Carolina artists in glass, ceramics, and metal. Starworks is offering short-term residencies in 2025 to provide artists affected by natural disasters with space, assistance, and resources to meet upcoming deadlines.
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Plan your visit - explore Starworks
School House Gallery at Starworks
Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm
910-428-9001 - jamie@starworksnc.org
Enjoy the latest exhibitions and shop for the perfect gifts at the School House Gallery. Through the gallery you can also access artists studios in glass, ceramics, and metal, open to the public while artists are working!
STARWORKS CAFE & TAPROOM
Monday 9am-6pm | Tuesday-Saturday 9am-9pm
910-428-9001 - cafe@starworksnc.org
Visit our onsite cafe & taproom - Open late with special events & weekly drink specials!
STARWORKS CERAMIC supply shop
Monday-Friday & 1st Saturdays 10am-4:30pm
910-428-9007 - info@starworksnc.org
Starworks has been developing and distributing our own wild clay bodies since March 2009. We offer 13 major blends of clay made in our processing facility, and offer online and in person sales.
www.starworksceramics.org
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This Artists’ Collection includes functional and decorative pieces from glass, ceramics, and metal artists who have spent time at Starworks through our residency program.
The Starworks Collection includes our signature fruit, tableware, flowers, stars, ornaments, and other in house creations.
Starworks Ceramic Supply Shop has been developing and distributing our own wild clay bodies since March 2009.