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The Archie Bray Foundation provides free access to some of the finest ceramic art found anywhere in the nation. Learn about visiting The Bray including hours and accessibility.
Archie Bray Foundation
Address & Phone
The Bray
Clay Business, Galleries, Education & Resident Artist Studios
2915 Country Club Avenue
Helena, MT 59602
Bray Gallery: Downtown
434 N. Last Chance Gulch
Helena, MT 59601
Phone: (406) 443-3502
Fax: (406) 443-0934
Hours
Office Hours:
By Appointment,
Monday–Friday 9am–5pm
Gallery & Artist Studio Hours:
Visit Online Gallery
Tuesday–Friday 11am–5pm
Saturday 12pm–4pm
Bray Gallery: Downtown
Wednesday–Friday 11am–5pm
Saturday 12pm–4pm
Bray Clay Hours:
Visit Bray Clay
Monday–Friday 10am–5pm
Saturday 9am–5pm
Education
Education
Tuesday–Friday 11am–5pm
Additionally open for educational events and classes
Holiday & Annual Closures:
The Bray offices, galleries and the Bray Clay Business are annually closed on the following days:
- New Year’s Day
- MLK Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Fourth of July
- Labor Day
- Indigenous People's Day
- Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after
- Christmas Day
- After the third Friday in December until the first Monday in January
Visiting The Bray
Immerse yourself in the world of ceramics at The Bray, a unique institution nestled in the Montana landscape. Explore at your own pace with a handy self-guided tour map, available at the welcoming Gallery and Visitor Center. Craft enthusiasts can unleash their creativity with a 2-hour clay experience class. The Bray's 26-acre grounds offer a captivating blend of history and art. Wander past the historic brick factory, intermingled with towering sculptures. Keep an eye out for hidden artistic surprises tucked around every corner, adding a touch of discovery to your visit. Multiple galleries showcase diverse artistic styles, while site-specific installations offer thought-provoking encounters with ceramic art. Browse the clay supply store for unique materials and tools and witness professional artists working in the studios.
The Bray offers a relaxed and enriching experience for anyone interested in ceramics, history, or simply exploring a unique Montana destination.
Photographers at The Bray
Photographers may take photos on the property during daylight hours but we ask that you and your clients are respectful and do not enter any building marked "keep out" or move, write on or remove anything. Artwork may be used in the background of images but may not be the sole focus of the image without first getting permission from the artist. Please be mindful of your surroundings, The Bray is not liable for any accidents or injuries.
