THE STEPHENSON CERAMICS LEGACY PROJCT IS NOW LIVE!
Become Part of the Legacy!
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As a special recognition for early supporters, anyone who purchases a piece of artwork or makes a donation during the month of July will be acknowledged as an early supporter of the project and will have their name included in both Susanne's and John's forthcoming catalogues.
JULY HOURS:
CLOSED JULY 2nd - 4th
ALL OTHER WEEKENDS:
THURSDAY - SATURDAY
12-4 PM
To schedule an appointment, please reserve a time.
Appointments can be made here
IN THE NEWS
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U of M Stamps - Stephenson Ceramics Announces Visionaries: The Stephenson Ceramics Legacy Project
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NCECA 2026
This year was an important moment in ceramics history with the 60th conference of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts hosted in Detroit. It was an exciting week to see Susanne + John’s work featured in a few different exhibits around Detroit.
A FEW FUN FACTS ABOUT NCECA
Susanne + John were both founding members of NCECA when it officially launched in 1966.
In 1980, John cohosted the NCECA Conference at the University of Michigan.
In 2002, both Susanne and John were recognized as honorary members of NCECA, and were recognized for their significant, ongoing impact in the field of ceramic art, including mentorship, creativity, and scholarship.
In 2026, we are delighted to announce that Stephenson Ceramics Studio has been selected by NCECA 2026 to be included in their unforgettable Collectors Tour. Collectors will get a wonderfully curated experience to help them select the perfect piece to take home.
WHERE TO SEE THEIR WORK LOCALLY
John + Susanne Stephenson both served as board members at Pewabic for several years. Both John and Susanne have had exhibits there, and they both currently have work on display and available for purchase!
10125 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit
WHERE TO SEE THEIR WORK NATIONALLY + INTERNATIONALLY
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
We are working to preserve the extraordinary legacy of two internationally recognized ceramic artists and educators, Susanne and John Stephenson. We are collecting a lifetime of stories and memories about Susanne + John in order to preserve their legacy for future generations.
Were you a former student, colleague, or friend of this dynamic duo? We want to hear your memories and stories! We would love it if you shared this with others who had a connection to Susanne and John.
Our goal is to compile a comprehensive collection of these stories and insights about these remarkable artists to become a permanent collection for the archives. These stories may be used in future print, media, etc to help tell their story.
Click Here to add your stories and memories to this amazing legacy project!
NEW HOURS FOR 2026
Drop by during open hours: Thursdays - Saturdays: 12pm-4pm
New this year! We’re excited to offer one-on-one art consultations and a tour of the collection with our Studio Director, Patti Smith. These private consultations provide thoughtful guidance to help you navigate the work and find the perfect piece. Consultations are available Thursdays - Saturdays by appointment with at least 48 hours advance notice. You can make an appointment with Patti using this link.
Please note: Parts of the property have uneven and gently sloping terrain. Caution is advised. There is seating in the studio. All ages welcome. All artwork on the property is available for purchase upon inquiry.