888.822.1982
Store Hours:
Monday – Friday 10-4 by appointment only
Saturdays 10-3 no appointment necessary
Click the “shop by appointment” button to sign up for a time.
Starting on April 10th, we will be open on SATURDAYS with no appointment necessary (appointment shopping will continue Mon-Fri)
Contactless pickup also continues to be available, click the shop online now button to go to our online store!

Come Visit!
Our 25,000 sq ft warehouse with over 5,000 sq ft of retail showroom space is situated just off of I-70 (East Lawrence Exit #204) making us a convenient jaunt from Kansas City, Topeka or even further away. We have people who come down from Des Moines, Omaha & Lincoln and as far as Fayetteville, Tulsa, & Oklahoma City. Lawrence is a lovely place to visit and spend some time. Be sure to ask us about recommendations about where to stay or where to play!
Bracker's Good Earth Clays

We can come to you!
We have a 10,000# capacity truck and a 4,000# capacity van for deliveries. We’re in Kansas City once or twice a week, Topeka about once or twice a month, and Western Kansas a few times each semester. We typically are in Nebraska or Iowa once or twice a month, Lincoln/Omaha/Council Bluffs most often, but also out to Kearney, Des Moines or even out to the Illinois border. We also go east to Columbia, south to Oklahoma City and occasionally down toward Fayetteville. We try very hard to group deliveries together and fill our truck and then divide the overall costs. A general range/expectation of delivery charges is below for your convenience.
If your location is within….
55 miles (greater KC area up to St. Joseph) – $25 plus 2¢/#
100 miles (Emporia & Manhattan). – $50 plus 3¢/#
175 miles (Wichita, Columbia, Lincoln) – $75 plus 3.5¢/
250 miles (Hays, Fayetteville,Des Moines) – $100 plus 4¢/#
Further Away? Let us know, we can work up a quote.
We can come to you!
We have a 10,000# capacity truck and a 4,000# capacity van for deliveries. We’re in Kansas City once or twice a week, Topeka about once or twice a month, and Western Kansas a few times each semester. We typically are in Nebraska or Iowa once or twice a month, Lincoln/Omaha/Council Bluffs most often, but also out to Kearney, Des Moines or even out to the Illinois border. We also go east to Columbia, south to Oklahoma City and occasionally down toward Fayetteville. We try very hard to group deliveries together and fill our truck and then divide the overall costs. A general range/expectation of delivery charges is below for your convenience.
If your location is within….
55 miles (greater KC area to St. Joseph) – $25 plus 2¢/#
100 miles (Emporia & Manhattan). – $50 plus 3¢/#
175 miles (Wichita, Columbia, Lincoln) – $75 plus 3.5¢/
250 miles (Hays, Fayetteville,Des Moines)-$100 plus 4¢/#
Further Away? Let us know, we can work up a quote.


Community Involvement
We believe in the importance of being an active and giving participant in our communities, both our physical area of residence and the greater ceramic ecosystem. We both volunteer our time and donate resources to a variety of organizations, events & projects.
NCECA
The National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts is a dynamic organization that fosters global education and appreciation for the ceramic arts. Bracker’s is proud to support this incredible organization both through its continuous corporate membership as well as additional sponsorships throughout the year. NCECA’s programs, publications, opportunities and resources inspire advancement of the field. Many of our staff members also support NCECA both financially and with the gift of their time and talents. we encourage our customers to also help support NCECA’s educational exhibitions, publications and creative opportunities for artists through membership in the organization, advocacy and additional sustaining support as you are able. It’s a great group to be part of!
NICE at NCC
Northern Clay Center’s MN NICE includes weekly intensives as well as artist lectures, gallery tours, and studio visits with established artists to take advantage of the rich ceramic resources throughout the Twin Cities. The program strives to support emerging artists both artistically and professionally. Bracker’s is proud to sponsor an artist from our region to go take part in one of thes unique 8 week opportunities
Lawrence Events
Bracker’s is proud to also sponsor events in our local community. The annual Home Run 5K benefits Family Promise, a local organization that helps homeless families with children achieve and maintain permanent housing. The Tour of Lawrence is a 3-4 day bike racing event that benefits different non-profits each year. These are just a few great family-friendly and fitness-focused events in Lawrence. There’s lots more to do here if you’re planning a trip to get clay!
Compendium of Resources
Lesson Plans, MSDS sheets, workshop handouts, guides, Lesson Plans and other useful documents are available here on our website. All free to download and use!
On this page (scroll down, or click to jump right there!):
Top • News & Features • Map & Locations • Services • Products • Resources • Reviews • Who we are
Some of our produced content
Dishin' the Dirt....
Read the latest articles about Brackers, Clay, Art & whatever else comes to mind. These aren’t published on any schedule, it’s just as things come up. Sometimes we even feature guest articles!
Bracker TV
We like to create videos about our favourite products. Sometimes they’re cheesy, but still informative. Most are pretty short. We also have a collections of our favourite videos that you might enjoy!
Why shop at Brackers?
We asked a few of our customers this question, here’s what they said…
On this page (scroll down, or click to jump right there!):
Top • News & Features • Map & Locations • Services • Products • Resources • Reviews • Who we are
Brackers is the spot. Get what you need and they are VERY helpful. You’ve got a question, they can answer it
Is there a better place in KC for clay and pottery supplies? I don’t think so. Employees are generally very knowledgeable.
Great customer service, experts in the field are available on site nearly 100% of the time. And great selection of products. You just cant beat this place in the metro for pottery supplies.
This is definitely my favorite ceramic/pottery supply store to date. Staff is always friendly and helpful, offering tips and advice. They have awesome stock of glaze chemicals and tools, and the walls are always decked with beautiful local pieces
Wonderful service and very knowledgeable. I am a beginner and they are patient and helpful. When order online shipments are super fast.
who we are
Bracker’s Staff
On this page (scroll down, or click to jump right there!):
Top • News & Features • Map & Locations • Services • Products • Resources • Reviews • Who we are

Cindy Bracker
President
I like spreadsheets… I really, do. But I also like to get my hands dirty from time to time. So occasionally, I go to the back and mix clay. Or sometimes I get to work with that clay on my slabroller. I usually remember to get the clay off my hands before I go back to my spreadsheets….

David Sturm
Service Manager
“What’s it doing or not doing” are the most frequently heard words out of my mouth. I’m like a kiln detective…I use a bunch of clues to solve the mystery of what’s wrong and then i fix it. I also want you to know that Cindy made up my title. Kiln Detective is way better and i need theme music….

Anne M Bracker
Vice President
Normally I would write a clever and witty quote, but I’m simply too focused on feeling grateful that the people I know and love are safe after the major tornado that hit south of Lawrence on May 28th. Property is replaceable and rebuildable. People aren’t.

Jeanette Oliver
Shipping Manager
If you have an order shipping in a box or on a pallet, I’ve almost certainly had something to do with it. I love seeing the joyous excitement on someone’s face or hearing it in their voice who is new to clay and just beginning to discover its endless possibilities.

Julie
Warehouse & Deliveries
I deliver clay to the art community at large, sometimes by driving “The BIG Truck”. I am your typical starving artist and mistress of bad jokes. Help us support the arts. Buy more clay, please

Cheryl
Warehouse Staff
I worked for years at a foundry doing bronze casting and metal work. I’m thrilled to be back in the world of art and lifting heavy things.

Anne W Bracker
Founder Emeritus
No one is sure if I fell in love with clay or with my husband Bill first. It’s like the chicken and egg debate. Around here they call me “Big Brother” because I like to snoop and spy on everything going on. BUT I catch a lot of errors before they go out the door… ***Anne is now retired

Willow
Miscellaneous Everything Gal
Willow does graphic design, mixes clay, builds pallets, works in the retail area, packs up boxes, checks in orders, and makes us all happier with her presence!

Tristan
Clay Mixer
I make a lot of clay. consequently, i now have a lot of muscles. When i’m not using those to make clay, I’m using my brain to learn about industrial design at KU