Get your group together
Plan a creative team outing, corporate holiday party or get-together with friends. Paint pottery, make candles or create a collaborative tile table.
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The Painting Place
Wellesley’s creative destination since 2000
Paint your own pottery
in Wellesley.
Come as you are. Everyone welcome.
Creative fun for kids, teens and adults. Walk in to paint pottery, plan a kids’ birthday party or bring your coworkers for a corporate team outing. Paint pottery, plaster, make candles & more. Regular hours are 10am–6pm daily.
No class or reservation needed.
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Adult & Corporate Events
Our studio is over 3,000 square feet and can seat over 100 people.
Come with friends, family or your team.
A little paint. A lot of holiday magic.
Make it merry.
Make it yours.
Vintage Christmas trees, ornaments & menorahs. Create something for your home, paint a gift from the heart, or start a new holiday tradition together.
A little vintage magic
Paint a nostalgic ceramic Christmas tree in colors that feel like you. A keepsake to enjoy year after year.
Small gifts. Big smiles.
Make an ornament with a name, a memory or your own festive design. A thoughtful gift for someone special.
Brighten your Hanukkah
Paint a menorah your way and bring a little handmade joy to your family’s celebration.
No experience needed. Just bring yourself.
We’ll help you get started. Pottery stays with us for glazing and firing and is ready in about a week. Selection varies—call ahead for a specific piece.
Join our creative team
We’re Hiring: Studio Assistant!
Join The Painting Place team! Must be 18 or older, with flexible availability including weekends, mornings, and afternoons.
To apply, email info@paintingplace4fun.com with a little about yourself and your availability.
Apply by emailPaint your own pottery
Walk-in creative time for kids, teens and adults. No studio fee; pottery glazing and firing included.
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Creative projects, party fun and help with setup and cleanup. Explore private-room and Fun Size options.
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Paint, create and connect with your coworkers. Explore creative packages and collaborative tile tables.
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Birthday parties at The Painting Place
Their birthday.
Their kind of fun.
Painting, candles, creative extras and time with friends. We handle setup, help and cleanup so you can enjoy the celebration.
When school is out
No School Drop-Off
Painting, crafts & games. Half-day and full-day options.
Add additional hours between 9am and 4pm.
November: 9, 10, 11, 13, 18, 25 & 30
Find your favorite
What will you create?
A family afternoon. A creative date. Time with friends.
A little inspiration for your next visit
Pick a piece, choose your colors, and make it yours. Here’s a peek at the possibilities.
Kind words from our guests
Memories worth sharing.
“A wonderful change of pace for fun and relaxation.”
Rebecca Hollander · Google review
“Just fun and quality time”
Aliza de la Piedra · Google review
Selected guest excerpts · Google reviews reproduced on Birdeye
Come visit us
Your creative day starts here.
Remember The Kid’s Place? Meet The Painting Place, our family-owned studio in Wellesley.
380 Washington St., Wellesley
For our entrance & free parking:
GPS: 11 Laurel Ave.
The Wellesley Square commuter rail station, next to Caffè Nero, is just half a block away.
Come create in Wellesley—an easy outing from Needham, Newton, Natick and nearby MetroWest towns.
Open daily 10am–6pm · Wheelchair accessible
More good days ahead
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Classes, special events & a little inspiration.
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Fresh projects, happy painters & creative celebrations. Come make a memory of your own!
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