The Museum of Ceramics
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4000+ objects,hundreds of potteries,3 centuries,2 floors,in USA Pottery Capital. Largest array Lotus Ware, also WPA era post office mural, paintings & more Visit the Museum of Ceramics to see locally produced treasures from the 19th century to the present. This is the only museum in the United States celebrating the history of hundreds of potteries in one small geographic area over three centuries. Collection of over four thousand objects highlights ware made mainly within five miles of East Liverpool. We have the nation's largest public display of award-winning Victorian porcelain Lotus Ware. See dozens of 1930s paintings, including one of only 71 post office murals in Ohio. See dioramas with figures which bring history alive. Elementary and middle schoolers enjoy our Scavenger Hunt - just ask when you arrive. See the ceramic trophy celebrating a carrier pigeon's flight, and a rare 1850s hand marbled water cooler. See our display of 48 shaving mugs. Enjoy spotting priceless examples of late 19th century hand decorated ironstone ware. Just as every person has a story, so too does every item on display! We are a cultural resource for our community and a tourist attraction for visitors from across this nation, and from almost fifty other nations in recent years. We had full funding from the Ohio Historical Society for 28 years, and since 2008 continue in relationship with them, receiving some funding and technical support too. The nonprofit Museum of Ceramics Foundation has managed the museum since our loss of 93% of our funding in seven weeks in May 2008. Not handicapped accessible yet, but almost, after thirty four years. Very soon our ACCESS? ALL RIGHT! Project featuring an elevator and accessible restroom will be completed. Call us for more information: 1-800-600-7180, When we reopen soon on an as yet undetermined date, in May 2015, our hours will be Tuesday - Friday 9:30-3:30, Saturday 9:30-noon. Do check our website or this page for the most current information.
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Mary Ann's setting up a gift shop at the Lady Slippers's Art Festival at the EL Country Club. It'll all be ready for you by 11:00am today. Stop and say hello!
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Standing room only for the Bill Crawford, Arl Green, and Mark Wilson trio. Thanks to all who came out to support the museum and Team Mojo!
The band is warming up and they are awesome! 8:00 music begins! Come early and check out the displays and the Hall China Exhibit. Doors open at 7:00.
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It's tonight! Doors open at 7:00 to give visitors time to wander through the museum. Then these guys start the show at 8:00. Hope to see you here!
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Two big museum events this week! Music @theMuseum on Friday night. Doors open at 7:00 and music begins at 8:00. Come by, relax, and hear great sounds from Bill Crawford, Arl Green, and Mark Wilson...and support the Museum and Team Mojo. Then stop by the EL Country Club between 11:00 and 4:00 on Saturday for the third annual Lady Slippers Art Festival. The club will be bursting with artisans and their wares, Chinese auction, lunch, and cool people. Call the museum (330-386-6001) during open hours if you have questions.
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Just a little over a week away! The Lady Slippers are getting ready for a great afternoon...Chinese auction, arts for sale, and good fellowship! It's Saturday April 22 at 11:00 am at the East Liverpool Country Club. Lunch is available too. Hope to see you there!
The MUSE Group is now a Museum affiliate. It is a reading and discussion group that meets about eight times a year on the third Tuesday of the month. Next gathering is next Tuesday at 6:30 pm and everyone is welcome to attend. The book is Bel Canto by Ann Patchett. Download it or get a library copy and join us for a lively discussion. And it isn't even a requirement to have read the book! Just come for the light refreshments and good conversation. In May, we'll be reading Lilac Girls.
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Hope you're planning on coming to the Museum next Friday (the 21st) to hear these guys...well at least the three in the middle! Maybe we should call their group "The Kiln Placers!" Doors open at 7:00 so there's time to see the temporary exhibit of Hall teapots, "A Spot of Tea." At 8:00 the music begins. Proceeds benefit both the Museum and Team Mojo. Promises to be a great night!
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We are ready to welcome the Hall China Collectors Club! Pastries are out, tea is brewing and the teapots are waiting to be admired! Hope you plan to come by today for "A Spot of Tea!"
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