Rich clay deposits in Southeastern Ohio made a perfect base for pottery making by the pioneers. They made practical items for use in home and work from this natural resource. As the industry grew, skilled workers produced dinnerware, crocks, storage jars, and tile. Our company, Zanesville Pottery, was formed in 1945 along Route 40 as a small “outlet” store representing the local factories in the area. In 1953, the current family’s father bought the business and continued to run it in that location for another 14 years. In 1967, the business was relocated to face the newly built Interstate 70 which bypassed the old Route 40 location. Here the business grew and other family members became involved in the operation.

Pottery remains our core business. There was a shift several years ago and the domestic pottery industry declined. Consumers changed they way they bought. We diversified, broadening our focus more towards a world pottery market.  Select American-made ceramics are still stocked when available, and since 1953 have always carried West Virginia-made Fiesta dinnerware. But we cannot rely totally on Ohio or domestic produced wares anymore. We now have upscale International pottery obtained from countries such as Poland, Portugal, Thailand, Italy, and Africa. We also direct import full containers from Mexico for distribution here in the states.