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Carolina Pottery Festival returns in November
- The Shelby Independent
- Oct 17
- 2 min read
From our news partner The Shelby Independent - www.shelbyindependent.com
The Carolina Pottery Festival returns for its 25th year on Saturday, Nov. 1, at the LeGrand Center, in Shelby.
The festival attracts crowds of over 1,000 pottery lovers with close to 100 well-known regional potters showing and selling their work. It is one of the largest “pottery only” festivals in the southeast with a wide range of traditional and contemporary work that is functional, decorative and sculptural. Artists will be available to talk about their inspiration, methods of creation and answer any questions.
This festival, which was started by potters, for potters, continues to celebrate and honor the rich heritage of pottery in our region.
"I'm just amazed that the little show we started at the fair grounds is still going on 25 years later and has grown into one of the largest all pottery shows in the southeast,” stated Bobbie Black, one of the original organizers. “We have had a great team of potters to work with, and the Arts Council has been an incredible help. I hope it can continue to grow for another 25 years. It's hard work, but worth it."
New, this year is the 'Early Bird Admission.' Festival goers can be one of the first to come in and start shopping before the crowds. Have coffee with the potters while you shop, be one of the first 50 and receive a commemorative 25th Anniversary tote bag.
Vicki Gill, of Bluegill Pottery, also one of the original organizers, explained the excitement of the event.
"The Carolina Pottery Festival’s 25th anniversary is so exciting for me because this show has been a great experience as a participating potter in a wonderful atmosphere over all of its years. It’s in my favorite season and is about my favorite art form, pottery!" said Gill.
"The talent of the artists involved always inspires me, and I get to create some very personal pieces exclusively for this show. This year, I designed a limited-edition 25th anniversary ornament, which will be available for purchase from the Arts Council only at the Festival. I can’t wait to see old friends and meet new ones at the festival."
Held at the LeGrand Center, located at 1800 E. Marion St. in Shelby, there will be plenty of free and convenient parking.
Tickets are available in advance and at the door. Regular admission is $8, Early Bird is $10 and can be purchased online:
Early Bird ticket:
The pottery festival is coordinated by the Cleveland County Arts Council. For more information call 704-484-2787 or visit https://ccartscouncil.org/events/carolina-pottery-festival or https://www.facebook.com/CarolinaPotteryFestival.
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