WSIU InFocus
Anna Pottery
Special | 27m 39s
Anna Pottery was created in the mid-1800s by brothers Cornwall and Wallace Kirkpatrick.
Based in Anna, Illinois, Anna Pottery was created in the mid-1800s by brothers Cornwall and Wallace Kirkpatrick. Using "kaolin," a creamy, yellow clay in abundance in the area, the Kirkpatrick brothers decided to invest their interest and time in creating clay-based pieces for everyday use. They also used the clay to create pottery that expressed their opinions on politics and social issues.
WSIU InFocus is a local public television program presented by WSIU
WSIU InFocus
Anna Pottery
Special | 27m 39s
Based in Anna, Illinois, Anna Pottery was created in the mid-1800s by brothers Cornwall and Wallace Kirkpatrick. Using "kaolin," a creamy, yellow clay in abundance in the area, the Kirkpatrick brothers decided to invest their interest and time in creating clay-based pieces for everyday use. They also used the clay to create pottery that expressed their opinions on politics and social issues.
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