Reviews of American Museum of Ceramic Art (Museum)

MrSandwichmayo .

A lot of nice artwork and pieces created by people who were talented in ceramics... They were about to close down the exhibit when our group arrived but they saw we did come from a ways away so they let us in check things out. Very cool the man that met us was polite and professional a plus all the way

Sabrina Prichard

One of my favorite museums where I could see only ceramic pieces. There is quite a variation of pieces displayed considering the fact that this place isn't that big. I saw a collection of high school student's work here which was awesome! I was amazed by all the work these students presented. It's so inspiring! Great museum! ❤❤

C. Balderas Vasquez

Very well worth the drive to Pomona, what a gem of a museum and studio dedicated to ceramic arts. The Mata Ortiz exhibit is fantastic, definitely made me appreciate traditional firing.

jm fn

Always a great place to visit. If you're an art lover, then this is a must!

marcy gesualdo

Love seeing all different

Kitty Kat

AMOCA is not only a wonderful museum, but also a studio where established artists create beautiful pieces and people who are interested in learning ceramics can take classes. There are many different classes and workshops held in the studio; including hand building and wheel throwing classes and workshops such as making your own brushes.

Laurie Houghton

Great find, wonderful exhibit. Fab ceramics and political message.

Michael Garcia

The largest ceramic dedicated museum on the west coast. The collection is something to really enjoy. To visit the museum is in expensive and extremely worth while. As a student of the arts AMOCA had became invaluable.

lourdesceramics

Good studio, large space, nice staff.

Tina Renzullo

Great exhibitions and inspiring studio.

Diane Thorne

Classes and fun for all ages

Eileen Perez

This is a really fun, intimate museum. They are currently working on having a permanent collection; however, in the main gallery are revolving works featuring some of the best ceramic artists, such as Elaine Katzer, Betty Davenport Ford and Chris Gustin (to name just a few!). You can also see works from the old masters such as Peter Voulkos and Paul Soldner. Attached to the museum is a wonderful studio where you can see ceramic artists working. The studio also offers a variety of classes.

Yanli Chen

Very cool exhibition.

Michal Naor

Wow!

Steve Gioia

Amazing permanent collection, great curators, great openings. A small but important institution in the SoCal art world.

Yuri G

Genial mi hija adoro ir.

Jason Mott

Not many museums cater to ceramic artists, so for that I laud AMOCA, but I couldn't help but want more. The renovated bank which hosts AMOCA is clean and surprisingly modern, showing how much the curators care for the place. That being said, I thought only two of the exhibits were particularity strong and only one gave any context to the art within. Also, the entire time the silence and echoing empty quality made me feel a bit uneasy. I can't say specifically why but I felt like some background noise would have curbed the off putting feeling I got from wandering the sparse halls.

Ragamuffin Love

Had no idea how much I'd enjoy it. Although the museum is rather small, I loved the exhibits so much that I definitely would love to return. I'd encourage anyone to check it out at least once. I fell in love with some of the pieces on display. The teapots were amazing!

Darlene Stickles

We took a group to see the museum for the first time and was very impressed. Our guide Ashley was very informative and friendly. She made it enjoyable.

Jolene Gustason

Good for a one stop ..quick stop to say you went . You really need to be in to that kind of history to be jumping up and down about it. If you do make the trip pick up your groupon for it

Jadai Elias

Amazing Museum!

Rexford Crafts

This is a hidden gem of Pomona. Really great studio space and galleries!

Rick Itomura

Always has special/interesting claywork on display

Randi Llewellyn

Amazing place! I had a blast!

yesenia palacios

I love the people in the studio :) super friendly! I've been going for the past four months it's wonderful :)

Ashley Rincon

I would of never expected to see such nice art in Pomona.

Hillary Leng

The stuff they sell were exspensive like 1 pin for 4 dollar but if trying to relax and have fun I recommend this place

Maria Zepeda

Este lugar es increíble por favor vengan hay un día gratis cada tres meses para los recientes de Pomona Mis hijos estubieron sumamente divertidos con la clase de Claudia fue relajante y emocionante mi sobrina le gustó mucho aprendio como se expresan los artistas con Cerámica además mi hijo dejó un recuerdo de claid para 3l museo thanks #AMOCA

Jeff Johannsen

Excellent museum...never knew i liked ceramics until coming here. Check out permanent Millard Sheets mural

Victor Caballero

A must visit. Excellent exhibits. New exhibit coming in a couple weeks. Great space, and the ceramics workshop is impressive. Classes are offered at various levels. Friendly staff and store has some interesting items.

Gini Keating

Well curated, ever changing, world class pottery exhibits (functional to sculptural). Wonderful gift shop with a wide range of pottery and a fantastic book selection. A good, small lecture hall with frequent guest artist talks. Phenomenal workshop space (wearhouse size, with so many kilns) where they teach classes, offer studio space, do workshops and more.

Webs Pierre

AMOCA is a great museum for the ceramic art enthusiast. I recommend the Juan Quezada exhibition.

Heather Knight

Easy to use studio with friendly staff

Mate Hari

Great

Christopher Renzullo

Great Huge Space, Funky Vibe

Rosalia Campos

Family fun day is the best!!

Alonoso Alvarez

Tiene una variedad de arte en será mico i un gran par que adero

Nathan Ochoa

Good yogurt

Stephen Nemeth

Well worth the drive to view their beautiful collection of ceramics. They lack for space, but don't lack for their utilization of it. Every wall has something to be admired or criticized. Stopped in when their PST exhibit on Kukuli Velarde was up, and had a chance to see their "We The People" and "Mettlach" exhibitions. Would love to visit again and see in particular their Mesoamerican ceramics. It was complimented well by the Kukulia Velarde exhibition, and I hope in the future they continue to highlight Mesoamerican ceramics and their affects on the works of contemporary artists.Their Mettlach exhibition is unfortunately squeezed into a hallway on the lower floor, but shouldn't be missed. Their main display, on American ceramics and politically-relevant current events show that this institution is not afraid to delve into politically charged areas of analysis. If you are into Millard Sheets, a beautiful mural extends across one whole wall. It is impossible to take a single picture of the whole piece. Definitely check this out if you are into California regional art.

Fx Toh

AMOCA Museum is worth a peak.... Take pottery lessons here and who knows? You might just get a chance to work with various artists here.

JT Lippert

My dad had some work shown here. I had driven past the place regularly and never expected much. It's a nice exhibition spot and the people working there were very friendly and professional.

Margie THE Crazy Cat Lady

I've loved this museum all my life. Brought my 2 kids & 3 nephews here several times & now I get to bring both of my Grandkids here too. Little kids are always in awe & I still am too. I highly recommend this museum to everyone to pay this museum a visit or 20! Just pack a lunch cuz the prices at the food court here are ridiculous.

Hans Tyrolt

Great museum with interesting and informative exhibits ranging from indigenous/ new world artists to European and Chinese cultures. Also they have a great gift shop.

Greg Martinez

So much fun stuff to look at not only that so much hands on stuff to learn about ceramics

Craig Boguslawski

Quite place. Political art anti-current government in one room. Nicely displayed. I would go again.

Jayni Nuchols

Surprisingly large galleries + lecture hall for a local museum, thoroughly enjoyed my afternoon here

Michael Pearlman

Exceptional

Naasson Graham

Finally took a look inside to find plenty of ceramic pieces for sale as well as books. They also offer classes and workshops and more!

Dave Tarullo

This place is incredible!

Antonio Munoz

Small unique museum, go and support a great local museum

Lionellarry Griffin

Educational

Emily Handy

Awesome gift shop!

Dean Kaufman

A passenger pickup request showed this address but they were actually three blocks north of location.

Amanda Pennington

Nice exhibits and very polite people.

steve hyman

Outstanding gem of a museum and worth seeing and supporting.

Edward Olguin

Very nice museum with a ceramic class in the back, definitely looking forward to attending a class

Jane Johnston

This is a hidden gem of Pomona. Really great studio space and galleries!