Catawba Valley Pottery of North Carolina

Catawba Valley Pottery of North Carolina CVPNC is a community of potters who employ 19th century methods into the making of their pottery. For nearly 150 years the pottery tradition flourished.

Although having their own shops and kilns, separated by miles, they are connected through a dedication of preserving this time honored tradition. The Catawba Valley pottery making tradition began with Daniel Seagle(1805-1867) inspiring many others to take up the trade. After WWII, many of the potters left the pottery shops and took "city" jobs to provide for their families. It seemed that the Cata

wba Valley tradition and methods would be lost forever. But there was one who persisted-- Burlon Craig of Vale, NC. He continued the 19th century methods of pottery making for many years as the last "old-time" potter and by doing so, kept the Catawba Valley tradition alive. Fortunately, in the late 1970's there was another potter who saw the value in keeping this tradition alive, Charles Lisk, and before long others begain building ground-hog kilns and employing the methods that Burlon Craig had kept alive for so long. Burlon passed the knowledge of traditional 19th century methods of pottery making to the next generation, just as it was passed to him many years before. It is our mission to continue, in the spirit of Burlon, to keep the Catawba Valley Pottery tradition alive and well for many generations to come. We invite you to meet the potters, explore the history, and become a part of this community as we carry the Catawba Valley pottery tradition through the 21st century.

12/06/2024
You’re Invited to Steve Abee’s Fall Kiln Opening!Join us for a special day as we unveil Steve Abee’s latest collection o...
09/03/2024

You’re Invited to Steve Abee’s Fall Kiln Opening!

Join us for a special day as we unveil Steve Abee’s latest collection of handmade pottery, fired in his traditional ground-hog kiln and crafted using authentic 19th-century methods. Steve’s work reflects his deep reverence for the heritage and techniques of traditional Catawba Valley pottery and his dedication to preserving this distinctive style and form.

With over 80 pieces to choose from, including face jugs, swirl-ware, pitchers, and jugs of all sizes and shapes, you’ll be sure to find the piece that speaks to you.

Date: October 19th, 2024
Time: Preview begins at 9:00 AM
Kiln Opening at 10:00 AM
Location: 2349 Mystery Trail Lane, Lenoir, NC 28645

For more information, please contact:
Steve Abee
Phone: 828-640-0197
Email: [email protected]
https://www.steveabeepottery.com

Come early to talk with the artist and meet like-minded collectors and witness the beauty of time-honored craftsmanship. We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank You for Your Support!I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for coming out and...
06/04/2024

Thank You for Your Support!

I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for coming out and supporting me at the 27th Annual Catawba Valley Pottery & Antiques Festival. Your enthusiasm and appreciation for my work mean the world to me, and I am truly grateful for your continued support.

Next Kiln Opening | Fall 2024

I am excited to announce that I am now beginning to create new wares for my Next Kiln Opening, which will be held in the Fall of 2024. I can't wait to share my latest creations with you and hope to see you there.

In the meantime, if you are looking to purchase any of my pottery, I have updated my website to include a few select pieces for sale. You can browse and purchase these items directly from my shop at https://www.SteveAbeePottery.com/shop .

Should you encounter any issues with the new shop portal, or if you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. Your feedback is invaluable, and I am always here to help.

Thank you once again for your incredible support. I look forward to creating more beautiful pieces for you and seeing you at the next event.

Warm regards,

Steve Abee
Steve Abee Pottery
www.SteveAbeePottery.com
[email protected]

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2349 Mystery Trail Lane
Lenoir, NC
28645

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(828) 640-0197

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