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NCECA 2026
This year was an important moment in ceramics history with the 60th conference of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts hosted in Detroit. It was an exciting week to see Susanne + John’s work featured in a few different exhibits around Detroit.
A FEW FUN FACTS ABOUT NCECA
Susanne + John were both founding members of NCECA when it officially launched in 1966.
In 1980, John cohosted the NCECA Conference at the University of Michigan.
In 2002, both Susanne and John were recognized as honorary members of NCECA, and were recognized for their significant, ongoing impact in the field of ceramic art, including mentorship, creativity, and scholarship.
In 2026, we are delighted to announce that Stephenson Ceramics Studio has been selected by NCECA 2026 to be included in their unforgettable Collectors Tour. Collectors will get a wonderfully curated experience to help them select the perfect piece to take home.
WHERE TO SEE THEIR WORK LOCALLY
John + Susanne Stephenson both served as board members at Pewabic for several years. Both John and Susanne have had exhibits there, and they both currently have work on display and available for purchase!
10125 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit
Cranbrook Art Museum | Bloomfield Hills
Shaping the Field: Ceramics at Cranbrook Academy of Art | March 25, 2026 - ongoing
39221 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills
Ellen Kayrod Gallery | Detroit
Emerge: 2026 Festival at Hannan Center | August 1st - September 11th
4750 Woodward Avenue, Detroit
WHERE TO SEE THEIR WORK NATIONALLY + INTERNATIONALLY
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
We are working to preserve the extraordinary legacy of two internationally recognized ceramic artists and educators, Susanne and John Stephenson. We are collecting a lifetime of stories and memories about Susanne + John in order to preserve their legacy for future generations. If Susie or John ever taught you, encouraged you, welcomed you into their circle, inspired your artistic journey, or touched your life in any way, we hope you will consider supporting this project, sharing this project with others, and sharing your stories about this dynamic duo.
You can share your stories and memories with us the following ways:
Fill out this questionnaire HERE
Email us your memories, stories and photos at: stephensonlegacyproject@gmail.com
Set up a call with us and we can record and transcribe the conversation
All calls can be scheduled HERE
We are so grateful to all the early supporters who have joined us in our endeavors to preserve the legacy of Susanne and John. We hope that you will consider sharing your stories, making a donation, or sharing this project with a friend.