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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.

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Open Mic Night at Alto Vineyards

Alto Vineyards •  Aug 21 @ 5:30PM

Whether it be to sing a song, read a poem, or play an instrument - show off your skills at Alto Vineyards.

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Harvest Festival at Alto Vineyards

Sep 05 @ 11AM

Our biggest and most spectacular event of the year occurs during grape harvest season. This year we celebrate 38 years in business.

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Fall Colors at Bald Knob Cross

Bald Knob Cross •  Oct 24 – Oct 25 @ 10AM

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