2021 Spark the Summer: A Virtual Fundraiser
2025-10-02T16:21:12-07:00Invest in the makers of tomorrow by joining us from the comfort of your home for a celebration of industrial arts, community, creativity, and resiliency.
POSTPONED – 2020 Spring Open House
2025-10-02T23:31:39-07:00Across the Bay Area, public health officials are encouraging businesses to cancel or postpone non-essential public gatherings due to the risk of community spread of Covid-19 Coronavirus. For this reason, The Crucible is postponing our upcoming Spring Open House, originally planned for Saturday, March 21.
Field Trip Days Give Students A Window Into Industrial Arts
2020-02-25T16:03:11-08:00This past Thursday, 327 students from eight local scools descended on our studio for the first of four Field Trip Days we’re hosting this Spring. Every year we open our 56,000 square-foot studio to Bay Area students so they can see what industrial arts education looks like up close.
2020 Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction
2025-10-02T23:31:41-07:00Soirée is The Crucible’s once-a-year glittering fundraising event that raises more than $150,000 to fund scholarships and support for our industrial arts education programs. At The Crucible's 2020 Fire & Light Soirée, for one night only, this industrial arts school transforms into an elegant ballroom with luminous art installations, breathtaking performances that awe and inspire, and of course, fire!
Everything You Need To Know Before GIFTY 2019 This Weekend
2019-12-13T17:53:09-08:00We’re gearing up for what is sure to be the biggest, brightest and best GIFTY yet! Are you ready for two days full of demos, hands-on family-friendly activities, and the best Bay Area artisan vendor shopping? To get you prepped for GIFTY, we put together a fun crossword puzzle with clues about what you’ll find at our craft show and open house.
GIFTY 2019: Annual Craft Show & Open House
2025-10-02T23:31:42-07:00At GIFTY 2019, 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. You are sure to find the perfect gifts for the toughest people on your list with vendors showcasing exquisite pieces of jewelry, locally designed clothing and accessories, whimsical metal sculptures, practical ceramic tableware, and more!
The Crucible Goes To East Bay Mini Maker Faire 2019
2025-10-02T23:31:43-07:00Grab your friends, family, and neighbors for the 10th annual East Bay Mini Maker Faire on October 27. Celebrate the DIY spirit with family-friendly activities, exhibits, workshops, food, live music, and much more.
Get Excited! The 2019 Fall Open House Guide Is Here
2020-08-31T18:53:05-07:00Here's what not to miss at our 2019 Fall Open House! Join us on Saturday, September 7 from 12-5pm for a day full of free art, community, performances, demonstrations, and more! This family-friendly event is guaranteed to deliver the fun with eight different hands-on activities and demonstrations in 17 different departments.
Our Favorite Photos From The Spring Open House
2019-06-18T10:11:22-07:00This weekend, you helped us set an all-time-high Open House attendance record, with over 1,600 attendees! Local artists and Crucible faculty sold their work, our expert faculty gave demonstrations in all 19 of our departments, and kids were busy playing Bingo to win a bike.
How Ready Are You For The Crucible’s Spring Open House?
2019-06-18T10:10:11-07:00Join us on Saturday, March 30 from 12-5pm for a free day of art, community, performances, demonstrations, and more at our Crucible Open House!