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47th Annual Old Church Pottery Show ONLINE


  • Michael Kline Pottery 192 Jim Boone Rd Bakersville, NC, 28705 United States (map)

The 47th Annual Pottery Show & Sale (also known as the Old Church Pottery Show & Sale) is a nationally-renowned event among the clay community, and a destination for close to 1,000 pottery enthusiasts each year.

The 2021 show is coming to you online, and will feature more than 500 handmade pieces–from functional mugs, dishware, servers, and casseroles to sculptural works.

All proceeds benefit The Art School at Old Church, a non-profit arts center. 

The Old Church Pottery Show & Sale began in 1975 as a fundraiser for The Art School at Old Church (TASOC). Long-time friends Karen Karnes and TASOC founder Mikhail Zakin wanted to connect their vibrant community of potters with the local area and offer the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind works of art, all while supporting the newly-established cultural center. The show has become a model for other shows of its kind and has grown to include 30 national and international artists, offering more than 3,000 pots for sale over its three-day span.

The Old Church Pottery Show & Sale began in 1975 as a fundraiser for The Art School at Old Church (TASOC). Long-time friends Karen Karnes and TASOC founder Mikhail Zakin wanted to connect their vibrant community of potters with the local area and offer the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind works of art, all while supporting the newly-established cultural center. The show has become a model for other shows of its kind and has grown to include 30 national and international artists, offering more than 3,000 pots for sale over its three-day span.

Earlier Event: November 12
Pottery On The Hill 2020
Later Event: September 2
Clay To Table Online Sale and Fundraiser