2024 Northern Illinois

Pottery Tour

June 8 & 9 2024

Opening reception June 7th, 6-9 pm at the Aurora stop

The Northern Illinois Pottery tour is a gathering of artists working in clay in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago, IL.

The studios are a short drive from each other, allowing some or all to be visited in a single day, and all are within an hour drive of Chicago. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Detailed stop and artist information coming soon.

Sign up for the latest updates about the tour and to receive a tour map in the mail!

Interested in lending a hand?

Would you like to volunteer at a stop on the tour? The Northern Illinois Pottery Tour is now looking for volunteers for 2024. Even if you have volunteered in the past please let us know that you are reinterested again.

2024 Northern Illinois Pottery Tour Artists

On the Instagram Trail

"🏺🌟 Come to Chicago for the Northern Illinois Pottery Tour June 7th-9th and immerse yourself in the world of handmade artistry! Whether you're a local or visiting, getting to the tour is a breeze with Chicago's diverse transportation options.
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🏺🌟 Are you potter gearing up for the Northern Illinois Pottery tour this year? Don't miss out on Ceramic Supply Chicago's Second Saturday Sale on June 8th, located just a quick 10-minute drive north of our Bensenville stop on the tour. It's your ch
We are so excited that the tour aligns with the Aurora Pride Parade again this year! As you make your plans, be aware that the Aurora stop will be trickier to access during the parade on Sunday. As we get closer, we will share details on where to p
Come for the pottery, then make a night of it in Aurora! The Paramount Theater will be showing Beautiful: the Carole King Musical. The Paramount is a treasure, from the architecture to the Broadway-caliber shows. Follow them @paramountaurora for de
🎨 Exploring the West Chicago Stop on the pottery tour? Dive into the tranquility of Cantigny Park, just 10 minutes away. Discover: - Expansive formal and informal gardens. - The historic estate of Joseph Medill and Colonel Robert R. McCormick. - Re
🏞️🎨 Just 10 miles west of Chicago you will find the Forest Park stop on the pottery tour. 🌟 While you're here, why not expand your horizons and explore the treasures waiting to be discovered nearby? Here are some must-visit spots to add to your it
🏛️🍃 Prepare to be engaged by the artistic and architectural wonders awaiting you near our Sandwich Illinois stop! 🌟 Just 10 minutes from Sandwich is Plano, IL, where you can discover much more beyond the pottery on the tour. Immerse yourself in t