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OMCA’s New Exhibit “Edith Heath: A Life in Clay” (Jan. 29 – Oct. 30)

Discover the story of Edith Heath, founder and designer of Heath Ceramics, who transformed the ceramics industry and became an icon of American design. Explore Heath’s extraordinary legacy in an original exhibition only at OMCA. Learn more about the exhibition.

Edith Heath: A Life in Clay
January 29 – October 30, 2022
Open Wednesdays to Sundays from 11am-5pm
OMCA, 1000 Oak St., Oakland
Get Tickets – $16 adults, $11 student/senior, $7 youth

Your Museum and Garden ticket will give you access to OMCA’s newly-renovated garden and Galleries of California Art, History, and Natural Sciences. This ticket also includes access to the new exhibition — Edith Heath: A Life in Clay.

Trailblazer. Rebel. Revolutionary. Discover the story of Edith Heath, founder and designer of Heath Ceramics. Heath transformed the ceramics industry, creating dinnerware from California clay for “Sunday best” and everyday use. Driven by the power of good design, and a commitment to her craft, Heath’s vision continues to live on through her stoneware and tile over 70 years later. Durable, not delicate, simple, yet stylish, Heath Ceramics is an icon of American design.

This is not a traditional ceramics or craft exhibition – it combines historic objects, photographs, documentary video and personal memorabilia to showcase Heath’s legacy and story. Do not miss it!


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