MADE @ The Local

Things to Do with Kids in Centerville

Rainy day, hot day, long weekend: bring them upstairs to pick a piece, paint it, and let MADE fire it.

Kids and family activity

A hands-on plan that does not depend on the weather

MADE @ The Local is an easy answer when you need something indoors with kids in Centerville. Pottery walk-ins are welcome, so families can come in, choose pre-made bisque pieces, paint at the table, and leave the kiln work to MADE.

It works for a rainy afternoon, a grandparent day, a school-break outing, or a birthday party when you want the activity to be the favor.

Kids Pottery Painting
Pottery starts at $10
  • Pottery walk-ins welcome
  • No reservation needed for pottery
  • Paint pre-made bisque pieces
  • Pickup after glazing and kiln firing

Kids birthday parties use the $150 flat pottery party fee for up to 25 guests and 2 hours; pottery pieces are separate.

Birthday party or drop-in afternoon

For a simple afternoon, walk in for pottery during studio hours. For birthdays or groups, book ahead so the studio can reserve the space.

Candle making is available too, but it is call-ahead only because the wax takes 1.5 hours to heat.

Questions? Call (931) 729-8459.

Good to know before you come

Rainy-day ready

Indoor tables, paint, glazes, and shelves of pieces make it an easy backup plan.

No pottery reservation

Pottery walk-ins are welcome during studio hours; parties should book ahead.

Pickup in 7–14 days

MADE glazes and fires each piece in the two on-site kilns before pickup.

Studio basics

  • 111 S Public Square Upstairs, Centerville, TN 37033
  • (931) 729-8459
  • Wed–Sat 12pm–7pm | Seating closes 5pm | Sun–Tue CLOSED
  • Pottery walk-ins are welcome with no reservation needed. Candle making requires a call ahead because wax takes 1.5 hours to heat.
  • BYOB is welcome. Please review the policy before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is kids pottery painting?

Pottery walk-ins are priced by the piece, starting at $10. For kids birthday parties, the pottery party fee is $150 flat for up to 25 guests and 2 hours; pottery pieces are separate.

Do kids need a reservation?

Pottery walk-ins are welcome and no reservation is needed. Parties should book ahead at /made/book.

How long does pottery take to fire?

Pottery pickup time is 7–14 days after MADE glazes and fires each piece in the on-site kilns.

Can kids make candles and take them home the same day?

Candles can go home the same day, based on MADE's existing candle page. Call ahead for candle making because wax takes 1.5 hours to heat.

Do you offer wheel throwing?

No. Kids paint pre-made bisque pottery pieces at MADE @ The Local.

Ready to Create Something?

Book a party, call the studio, or order food from downstairs — we’re ready for you.