Sat, May 10 & Sat, Sept 13; 11 am–2 pm
Join Cone Zero Ceramics for a 3-hour floral plate painting workshop inspired by Emily Cole (1843–1913), “Catskill’s China Painter.” Advance registration is required. Ages: 18+
Held at Cone Zero Ceramics (111 Water St, Catskill, NY), a community ceramics school offering classes and studio access for all ages and skill levels.
Part of Second Saturdays
This workshop is part of the Thomas Cole Site’s 2025 Second Saturdays series, featuring hands-on activities from May–December inspired by the exhibition Emily Cole: Ceramics, Flora, & Contemporary Practices (on view May 3–Nov 2, 2025).
Included
All materials and firing fees
Pick-up of finished plates starts May 11 (for the May session)
Self-guided entry to the 1846 New Studio
Not Included
Tickets are required for each date separately
Guided tours must be booked separately. If you would like a guided tour, please book the Thomas Cole & Historic Household guided tour experience
For questions, please contact us at tickets@thomascole.org or 518-943-7465 ext. 122.
The Thomas Cole National Historic Site is the former home of Hudson River School of Art founder, Thomas Cole. Located in the village of Catskill, the house, called Cedar Grove, and Cole's studio are open for tours, events, and workshops throughout the year.