The Vale community is located in the Catawba Valley Pottery Region. There is a rich history of men who have carried on the old-fashioned style of pottery-making. Within a distance of 50 miles from West Lincoln Middle School, one can find over a hundred potters busy at the wheel, whether as full time artists or as hobbyists.
The TTPF committee wanted a way to showcase the talented people from this area and beyond who are caring on the legacies started by such men as Burlon Craig, Harvey & Enoch Reinhardt, John Wesley Hilton, O'Henry and EJ Brown and Sylvanus Hartsoe. The Committee is comprised of those who have a love for pottery whether by collecting, turning or just admiring all aspects of pottery making.
This festival was started in 2010 as a way to raise funds for West Lincoln Middle School and to promote local artist/ potters to the community around the Catawba Valley area.
West Lincoln Middle School.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2012 festival. Please send an email to: TraditonTurnersFestival@charter.net
if you'd like an opportunity to showcase your talents at this fantastic fall show.