From the late 1600s to the mid-1700s, enslaved people in the South were making pottery for their own use out of earthenware clay.  Referred to as “colonoware,” such vessels were built by hand, unglazed, and fired in a pit. This program is part of the Black History Month programming and is included with General Admission to Middleton Place (free for Foundation members).

Friday, February 7 2:00 – 4:00
On Friday, costumed interpreters will be loading a fire pit with pottery and start an overnight firing.

Saturday, February 8 10:00 – 3:00
On Saturday, not only will the pit be opened and emptied, but guests will have the opportunity to create their own piece colonoware-style potter using air dry clay.