Alto Clay Works
595 Main Street, Alto Pass, IL 62905
Crafts & Artisanal
Pottery showroom, resident artist studios, and classroom for summer camps and instruction
The studio home of Stephen Grimmer, Alto Clay Works produces and sells handmade, wood-fired functional pottery. The showroom is open Thursday-Sunday, 1PM to 5PM year-round, and other times by appointment. Two big open-house events are offered each year: Thanksgiving weekend, and the weekend before Mother’s Day.
What's happening nearby...

Shawnee Hills Wine Trail check in challenge
Feb 05 – Dec 21
Visit all 12 wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail during 2025 and use the digital check in challenge pass, and be rewarded!
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May 03 @ 10AM
The music, dance, cultural extravaganza and party that is the Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration, from 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM.
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Shawnee Hills Pottery Trail
May 03 – May 04 @ 10AM
Eight area potters invite the public to their open studio show and sale at 4 different studio locations the weekend before Mother’s Day.
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