A Home to Call Our Own

We built it together. From making our first small gifts, to our first

100 vase order for AtlantiCare, to thousands of ornaments, and large corporate

installations. Our women met every challenge with a can-do spirit that carried us along

the path. There were, of course, some rocky patches, but we kept working through

them, pushing past the weight of our worries and uncertainty of life. Together, we helped

each other to stay focused on the positive, be in the present, and find joy in crafting

beautiful work.

After almost 3 years of meetings, planning, fundraising, (and “yes” a lot of praying!),

MudGirls Studios has a new home. On July 14, 2026 community leaders, supporters,

volunteers, and staff gathered in front of 2709 Arctic Ave for a celebratory ribbon cutting

ceremony. Advisory Board Member Michelle McDonald served as our MC, with Andrew

Lawrence Deputy Chief of the Atlantic City Police Department, CRDA Executive

Director Eric Scheffler, Devco Senior Vice President Sarah Clarke, and Atlantic City

Mayor Marty Small offering inspiring words of congratulations and warm wishes. All

were invited into our studio to see firsthand the result of the community’s support where

every individual’s potential is nourished and celebrated. We have created a dedicated

workplace that is safe, supportive, and inclusive, where everyone has opportunity to

succeed.

MudGirls continues its primary mission to help women in need through workforce

development and employment. But so much more is being planned! Nestled in the

neighborhood with storefront accessibility we have already hosted Atlantic City Youth

Services, a senior conference for Stockton University and a Clay Connection event.

Ceramics workshops are beginning to take shape and we will be offering classes in the

hours that our MG team is not hard at work. You will soon find our events listings on our

We are excited to share our space, knowledge, and love of clay with all of you! Our

neighbors have already been popping in to see the new addition to their block and kids

are pressing their noses to the windows eager to see what awaits inside!

We are overjoyed with the outpouring of support from all of you! So many people have

embraced MudGirls with their love, care, and expertise. We are beyond grateful.

Thank you for walking with us on this journey.

More About the Event

Check out the links below to view coverage of the event by local news outlets and our partner organizations!