The Crucible is open with health and safety policies in place
Classes are open for registration in Blacksmithing, Ceramics, Glass Flameworking, and more
Make Something!
Our industrial art classes welcome all levels—from absolute beginners to experienced artists and craftspeople—to a one-of-a-kind learning environment in Oakland, CA. Please review our new health and safety policies before registering for your next class.
What’s Happening at The Crucible
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Students Escape Remote Learning Fatigue At 2021 Youth Spring Camps
Leading up to last week’s Youth Spring Camps, the excitement in the air was palpable. After more than a year of remote learning, we could not wait to see students tap into their...
Recommitting To Our Mission With Community Agreed Upon Goals
During a time in which racial and social justice movements are reaching a critical point, the need for change and commitment to equity is more obvious and important than ever before....
9 Ways You Can Support The AAPI Community
The Crucible recognizes that recent violence against the AAPI community is not an isolated series of events, but rather an escalation of long-standing anti-Asian sentiments. The...
About The Crucible
The Crucible is a nonprofit organization and art school dedicated to making the fine and industrial arts accessible for all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Founded in 1999 by Michael Sturtz, our work is centered in Oakland and the East Bay, where we offer classes and team builds in glass, metal, clay, wood, and more to over 8,000 people each year.
As part of celebrating and empowering Oakland, we offer free programming, scholarships, and paid leadership opportunities for youth and adults who live locally and otherwise could not participate.