From July 5 to August 18 in the heart of Val-David
Val-David, July 4th, 2024 - Canada's largest ceramics event starts tomorrow! The 35th edition of 1001 Pots, taking place until August 18 in the heart of Val-David, will gather more than 120 ceramists from Quebec and beyond, offering visitors an immersion in the world of ceramics.
In addition to exhibitors, visitors will discover a variety of sculptural works, as well as an ephemeral section for ceramists presenting smaller productions. The presence of established artists in creative residency, ceramic demonstrations, musical, poetic and theatrical performances will be featured again this year.
Here are some activities not to be missed:
- Open-air jazz concert [Saturdays from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM]: visitors can explore the site while enjoying jazz music.
- The Potters' Olympics [July 6]: a fun and friendly competition hosted by Michael Leonard measures the talent and ingenuity of potters.
- Empty Bowls [August 3 and 4]: visitors are invited to decorate bowls that will be sold in September at the Val-David Public Market to benefit the city's Food Bank.
- Baroque Music Concerts [July 7, August 2 and 9]: visitors can enjoy baroque music concerts at the Church and in the enchanting setting of the Jardin de Silice. A true work of art, this sublime garden offers an exceptional backdrop for an unforgettable musical experience.
- Quebec Paleo-Historical Workshop [July 26]: Abotec will present a workshop on paleohistoric pottery and production methods, where participants can handle artifact reproductions drawn from experimental archaeology and observe technical demonstrations using period instruments.
- 1001 Patentes qui bougent [July 20 to 28]: visitors can enjoy various shows for all ages during the 4th edition of the Festival of puppetry and masked play "1001 Patentes qui bougent".
For the complete program: www.1001pots.com/programmation
Practical information
Date of 1001 Pots: July 5 to August 18, 2024
Location: 2435, rue de l'Église, Val-David (exit 76 off Highway 15 North)
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Note: Opening at 12 p.m. on July 5 and closing at 5 p.m. on August 18
Admission: $4 taxes included (free for children 12 and under)
Infos: www.1001Pots.com
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