In Their Hands: The Evolution of Mata Ortiz Pottery

American Museum of Ceramic Art, Pomona, California
July 19–November 23, 2025

In Their Hands: The Evolution of Mata Ortiz Pottery traces the remarkable development of Mata Ortiz pottery—a living tradition born from both necessity and artistry. This exhibition explores how a small village in northern Mexico transformed archaeological fragments into a thriving ceramic movement that bridges ancient Mogollon techniques with contemporary forms and designs.