State Historical Society of North Dakota

11/10/2025 | Press release | Archived content

Confluence Learning Lab explores pottery techniques

November 10, 2025

WILLISTON, N.D. - Visit the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center near Williston for this month's Confluence Learning Lab at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, to get creative with clay and culture. This free, family-friendly program is open to all ages.

In this hands-on Learning Lab, participants will explore traditional pottery techniques and create their own coiled clay vessels. Learn about the materials, designs, and purposes behind various pottery pieces in our exhibits while shaping and decorating your own unique piece to take home. This program blends art, history, and creativity.

Fort Buford State Historic Site and the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center are managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center is open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and closed Sunday-Monday. Fort Buford is closed for the season. For more information, contact Site Supervisor Cheyenne Teal, [email protected] or 701.572.9034. All times listed are Central time. Find information about upcoming programs of the State Historical Society at history.nd.gov/events.

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