About the Exhibition
Cedar Creek Gallery proudly presents the National Teapot Show XIII, a beloved tradition that brings together artists from across North America to explore the timeless charm and creative challenge of the teapot.
The exhibition showcases an extraordinary range of handcrafted teapots in glass, metal, clay, wood, fiber, and mixed media, spanning functional forms to sculptural statements. Visitors can experience the show in person or online, and each teapot is available for purchase once sales open.
The exhibition runs all summer long and closes on September 14, 2026.
Key Dates at a Glance
- Preview Opens: Friday, May 15, 2026, at 10 AM (online + in-gallery)
- Sales Begin: Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Online: 9 AM
- In-gallery: 10 AM
- Exhibition Closes: September 14, 2026
- Shipping/Pickup Begins: Teapots packed and shipped by September 28
General Information
What is the National Teapot Show XIII?
A nationally recognized invitational exhibition celebrating the creativity, craftsmanship, and imagination of artists working in clay, glass, metal, wood, fiber, and mixed media.
Are all teapots functional?
No. Some are fully functional, some are sculptural, and others are technically functional but best enjoyed as art.
Can I see the show online?
Yes. The Teapot Show Preview goes online on May 15 at 10 AM.
The Preview ends on May 16 at 8 AM and will be removed from the website to give us time to transition to the live Teapot Show, which begins on May 16 at 9 AM.
Purchasing & Online Sales
When are teapots available for purchase?
Teapots are available for purchase beginning May 16 at 9 AM. The transition from the preview to the live teapot show is predicated on the speed of technology here in Creedmoor, NC.
If you don’t see the Teapot Show in the website menu exactly at 9 AM, refresh your browser. We appreciate your patience.
How do I buy a teapot online?
Immediately after the show opens, many people will try to buy teapots. We recommend using a separate checkout for each teapot, starting with the one you want most. Add the teapot to your cart and complete checkout immediately.
To purchase multiple teapots, we recommend a separate checkout for each one to increase the odds of getting the teapot you want. The same teapot could be in multiple people's carts at once.
Does adding a teapot to my cart reserve it?
Adding a teapot to your cart does NOT reserve it for purchase. More than one person can have the same teapot in their cart at the same time. A teapot may appear in multiple carts at the same time, and adding a teapot to your card doesn’t “hold” the teapot for purchase.
The teapot purchase goes to whoever finishes checkout first.
Can I bookmark a teapot during the preview and then use that to purchase the teapot when the live show opens?
The preview will be removed from the website on May 16 at 8 AM, one hour before the Teapot Show goes live.
If you try to use a bookmark from the preview once the live Teapot Show opens at 9 AM, the link will not work. Use the National Teapot Show XIII link in the website menu for the live teapot show.
What if the teapot I want has already sold?
Availability varies by artist. Call the gallery at 919-528-1041 after 12 PM on Saturday, May 16, to discuss options.
Are discounts or loyalty rewards allowed?
No. Teapots are excluded from all discounts and CRAFT card rewards.
Shipping, Pickup & Logistics
When can I take my teapot home?
All teapots remain on display until the show closes on September 14, 2026.
How do I receive my teapot after the show?
Pickup: You’ll be notified when your teapot is packed and ready. Packing may take up to two weeks.
Shipping: Most teapots will be shipped by September 28.
Do you ship internationally or to Alaska/Hawaii?
No. Shipping is limited to the contiguous United States.
If I buy multiple teapots, will shipping be combined?
Yes. Orders are grouped when possible, and any overages are refunded.
How do you make sure the teapots are protected during shipping?
The teapots in the show vary in fragility—some are delicate sculptural works, while others are sturdier functional forms.
Regardless of the material or complexity, every teapot is professionally packed, double‑boxed, and fully insured to ensure it arrives safely.
Can I use your teapot photographs?
Images are the property of Cedar Creek Gallery. We are happy to allow the use of gallery-owned images and ask only that you acknowledge Cedar Creek Gallery when using them.
Returns
Can I return a teapot?
All teapot sales from the show are final.
Using and Caring for Functional Teapots
How do I safely use a functional teapot?
- Never place a teapot on the stove.
- Prewarm it with hot tap water for 10 minutes.
- Add loose tea and hot water only after tempering.
Event Schedule
Preview Day — Friday, May 15
- Online + in-gallery preview opens at 10 AM
Opening Sales — Saturday, May 16
- Online: 9 AM
- In-gallery: 10 AM
Exhibition Duration
- May 15 – September 14, 2026
Still Have Questions?
Call 919‑528‑1041 between 10 AM–6 PM EDT or email jennifer@cedarcreekgallery.com.