Growth that Shapes our Community

Since becoming a nonprofit in 2016, Scenic City Clay Arts has grown from a small shared studio with a handful of members into a thriving ceramics community with

• 321 active studio members

• over 3,000 students served annually

• a membership waitlist exceeding 300 people

Demand for our programs and studio offerings has increased exponentially over the past five years, demonstrating just how deeply our community values creativity and connection through clay.

Our 15,000 sq. ft. permanent home will:

• Expand member capacity to 500 people

• Add a 24/7 studio access option

• Make new programs possible like after-school classes, practice sessions, and resident artist opportunities.

With three classrooms, a dedicated outreach studio, and more kiln and equipment space, SCCA will welcome over 6,000 students and visitors annually — growing access to creativity and community like never before.

The result? More opportunities for people of all ages to experience the joy, healing, and community that clay provides — and a stronger creative ecosystem in the heart of downtown Chattanooga.

By investing in this new home, we’re not just expanding a studio — we’re shaping a sustainable future for the arts and contributing to the continued cultural and economic vitality of our city.