If you've visited the Village recently, you may have seen work being done on our kiln. The kiln at the Village is a replica based on archaeological research at the original site of Hervey Brooks’ Pottery Shop and kiln in Goshen, CT and pictures of similar kilns from the early 1800s. It stands 24 feet tall and contains approximately 15,000 bricks. We've been firing it for just over 40 years! In this short video, hear from Jeff, our Program Manager of the Pottery Shop, talk about the kiln and the

Two bisque firings means double kiln reveal! I’ve already started repairing any cracks that showed up on the toads and I’m documenting the process for anyone who is interested. After that it’s time to paint the frog sculptures with underglazes! #valentinescollection #ceramicsculpture #bisquefiring #potteryprocess #frogcore #frogart | Kalliope Yvonne Ceramics