Events set to honor ceramic artist, educator

To celebrate and showcase the work of acclaimed American potter and educator Warren MacKenzie the Art Department at Anoka-Ramsey is hosting three events this fall.

Warren MacKenzie Collection Gallery Talks

Tuesday, Sept. 9 or Wednesday, Sept. 17
6:30 to 7:30 pm
Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Coon Rapids Campus 
Library

Ceramic Demonstration Workshop

Monday, Oct. 27
8 am to 3 pm 
Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Coon Rapids Campus
Ceramics Studio (VA 221)

All events are free and open to the public.

Warren MacKenzie (1924-2018) was an American potter known for simple yet elegant, functional pottery and unwavering commitment to making affordable pottery for domestic use. His work has shown worldwide. Warren also served as an educator at the University of Minnesota. He has always been eager to share his knowledge and promote the practice of both using and making pottery.

Anoka-Ramsey received a generous collection of work from MacKenzie. The gift from Bill and Horty Shieber, was made for the enjoyment and educational benefit of students and the public.