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I Am The Crucible: Ralph McCaskey

2020-10-21T14:00:17-07:00

Ralph McCaskey's passion for Glass Flameworking is infectious. We sat down with Ralph to catch some of his Flameworking enthusiasm and find out more about his original creations, ranging from bead blunders to finding his inner monster.

I Am The Crucible: Ralph McCaskey2020-10-21T14:00:17-07:00

2018 Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction

2019-01-15T13:09:11-08:00

Saturday, April 7, 2018 • 6 - 10pm

This unique signature fundraiser, sustains our one-of-a-kind industrial arts education programs. Join us in celebrating the contributions of honoree Charles R. Olson, past Crucible Board President.
2018 Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction2019-01-15T13:09:11-08:00

A Look Back on Hot Couture

2019-06-18T13:15:44-07:00

In place of Hot Couture this year, we are focusing on preparing for our upcoming events and continuing to increase our investment in our educational mission to make the industrial arts more accessible to youth and the Greater Bay Area.

A Look Back on Hot Couture2019-06-18T13:15:44-07:00

The Crucible’s 2018 Spring Open House

2018-06-25T16:06:04-07:00

Saturday, March 31, 2018 • 12 - 5pm

Join us this Spring for a taste of what you can create in the fine and industrial arts, with discounted class, exciting demonstrations, a carefully curated Art Gallery, and more!
The Crucible’s 2018 Spring Open House2018-06-25T16:06:04-07:00

The Story Behind the Big Red Caboose

2019-06-18T13:14:16-07:00

You have likely seen a big red caboose parked out in our parking lot. People ask us, where does the caboose go when it’s not working our events? What goes on inside? Where did it come from? You wanted the story; here it is.

The Story Behind the Big Red Caboose2019-06-18T13:14:16-07:00

Unifying The Crucible: Pre-Apprentice Program Archway

2019-06-21T13:41:33-07:00

Students participating in our Pre-Apprentice Program worked with The Crucible’s Blacksmithing, Machine Shop, and Welding Departments to build an archway for the main student entrance. The archway is made up of a series of gears, and each gear represents each of The Crucible’s 19 departments. Which is your favorite gear?

Unifying The Crucible: Pre-Apprentice Program Archway2019-06-21T13:41:33-07:00

Thank you for a great 2017!

2019-06-21T13:39:53-07:00

It is with a heartfelt thank you that we exit 2017. It has been a record-breaking year on many accounts.

Thank you for a great 2017!2019-06-21T13:39:53-07:00

Our Favorite Photos from GIFTY 2017

2019-06-13T12:38:36-07:00

We are still riding high from GIFTY 2017 this weekend! Over 70 local artists and Crucible faculty sold their work, making for perfect holiday shopping, and our expert faculty gave demonstrations. With appearances by Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf and Santa Claus, this was certainly an unforgettable weekend!

Our Favorite Photos from GIFTY 20172019-06-13T12:38:36-07:00

GIFTY 2017: Our holiday celebration of local creative culture

2018-09-27T10:52:42-07:00

Friday, December 15, 2017 • 7pm-9:30pm

Saturday, December 16, 2017 • 10am-6pm

Sunday, December 17, 2017 • 11am-5pm

Dozens of leading East Bay artists, craftspeople, and Crucible faculty members will be selling their best handmade pieces in a holiday celebration of local creative culture.
GIFTY 2017: Our holiday celebration of local creative culture2018-09-27T10:52:42-07:00
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