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2026 Bascom Clay Symposium
SPONSORSHIP Summary:
Each year, the Bascom Clay Symposium brings together three of the nation’s best ceramics artists for a weekend of demonstrations, discussions, and exhibitions. The multi-day program includes a series of public events, including a keynote address and reception. The Symposium brings hundreds of attendees. Thanks to the generosity of Bascom sponsors, the symposium is free to all. 2026 Dates: September 25 & 26*
Clay Symposium Gold Sponsor • • • • •
$2,500
Logo/Name listed on Clay Symposium poster and banner Logo/Name listed on 4 e-newsletters sent to 6,900 recipients Logo/Name included in at least 4 social media posts (Followers: 5,200 Facebook & 4,700 Instagram) Listed as a Director Circle patron* Logo/Name listed in Ceramics Monthly magazine ad
Clay Symposium Silver Sponsor $1,000 • • •
Logo/Name listed on Clay Symposium poster and banner Logo/Name listed on 4 e-newsletters sent to 6,900 recipients Listed as a Director’s Circle Silver Patron*
*Director’s Circle patrons give at a level of $1,000+, receive invitations to private events, and will be listed on overall Bascom materials that highlight Director’s Circle patrons.
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