Middlebury Studio School
Art and craft education for all ages and abilities in Addison County, Vermont.
Middlebury Studio School has two locations: the clay studio at 2377 Rte 7 So. & 94 Court Street.
2026 Summer Camps
June & July • Ages 7-11
Enjoy The Enchanted Forest – With painting, sculpture, and mixed media, this camp is perfect for young artists who dream of stepping into an enchanted forest adventure!
Little House Lab – There will be lots of cutting, sanding, gluing, and assembling as children learn about structural stability, scale, and explore big ideas about design from boathouses to tree houses!
Mythical Creatures & Magical Worlds – Perfect for kids who love fantasy, this camp sparks wonder and artistic expression as they bring their own magical worlds to life!
Cochineal Dyeing: Crimson & Cloth
Mondays, 4-6:30pm
at 94 Court Street
Join us for an immersive Cochineal dyeing workshop exploring jewel-toned reds and timeless textile traditions. Discover a stunning range of rich reds, rosy pinks, and deep wine hues while learning the full dyeing process—from crushing Cochineal, a cactus-dwelling insect, to extract its natural pigment to preparing dye baths from scratch. Materials included, Adults/Teens 16+Int./Adv.
Date Night: Hand Building
Friday, 5:30-7:30pm
Enjoy a date night at the studio! Couples will explore this captivating medium while being guided through the steps of making a specific piece. Create memories and possibly some masterpieces to treasure in this 1-night class. Clay will be provided and each participant will be able to fire 1 piece which will be glazed by a staff member. BYOB/Ages 21+
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The Beginning of a New Chapter
Middlebury Studio School
has purchased a new home at 94 Court Street!
We have transitioned our fine arts programs from the Marble Works to our new space. Clay classes will remain on Route 7 South and will eventually move to our new building.
Open Studio
is for students currently enrolled in an Adult Clay Class or monthly sessions of independent study Learn more >
Middlebury Studio School
Clay Studio
2377 Route 7 South
Middlebury, VT 05753
MSS Court Street
94 Court Street
Middlebury, VT 05753
Office/MSS Court Street
802-458-8187
Clay Studio Phone:
802-458-8979