Pottery from the Collection

Tennessee's pottery traditions span back to before statehood, shaped by the clay deposits that drew craftspeople to settle across the region. This exhibition at the Tennessee State Museum brings together pieces from all three grand divisions of the state, revealing how distinct regional styles developed in places like Greene County's "Pottertown" and the stoneware centers of Middle Tennessee. You'll find both everyday utilitarian vessels and more expressive works that show off the artistry potters brought to their craft.