McWhirter Pottery

McWhirter Pottery A Yancey County/Western North Carolina Landmark McWhirter Pottery was established in 1963.

Pete & Kim McWhirter continue the beautiful designs, glazes, and decorating techniques developed by Pete's parents, Kore & Jim McWhirter. "We are constantly amazed by the number of people that recognize and remember McWhirter Potter from their childhood visits to the shop or craft shows. As they share with us their stories of how they discovered McWhirter Pottery, and meeting my parents, and how v

isits to the shop in Celo, NC became a tradition for their families. We are constantly reminded of how important it is to carry on the heritage of creating beautiful, playful, functional, and decorative works of art to be enjoyed for generations to come."

04/28/2026

The Craft Heritage Tent Merlefest

04/28/2026

Merlefest 26

Heading to Merlefest ‘26 with some fun new faces.Looking forward to the Music-Moments & Memories.Don’t miss “Women who s...
04/19/2026

Heading to Merlefest ‘26 with some fun new faces.
Looking forward to the Music-Moments & Memories.
Don’t miss “Women who sing traditional” 2 pm, Sunday the 26th on the Traditional stage!
Kim McWhirter gonna saaang.

Dragon tamers and Butter bells!
04/14/2026

Dragon tamers and Butter bells!

A few of the new creations coming out of the kiln!
04/10/2026

A few of the new creations coming out of the kiln!

Working in the cozy, warm studio today.
01/26/2026

Working in the cozy, warm studio today.

01/18/2026

Yes.
Good news. We can and should aggressively pursue more things like this.

12/05/2025
Our Last show of the season! Boy am I ready to hibernate!! The Ornament show is more than just ornaments. I will have or...
12/05/2025

Our Last show of the season! Boy am I ready to hibernate!! The Ornament show is more than just ornaments.
I will have original Christmas cards from my watercolor paintings as well as Santa luminaries and an assortment of McWhirter Pottery.
Come on by before the Parade and snag some locally hand made gifts and Stocking stuffers.
Support your local artists and local economy.
Merry Christmas ,Happy Hanukkah, Feliz Navidad, and however you celebrate this wonderful season of love.

11/14/2025

Address

139 Red Clay Rd Highway 80 South
Burnsville, NC
28714

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+18286754559

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