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pennsylvania potters

updated thu 31 jul 97

 

Cathie Feild on mon 28 jul 97

I was wondering if anyone on the list was currently working as a potter in
Adams, York, or Lancaster counties in PA. My husband and I just came back
from looking at houses in York and Lancaster counties and are interested in
your views on living/working there. I know there are lots of craft fairs in
Lancaster Co. and lots of tourism in the PA Dutch areas, but what about when
you get off the beaten path. Anyone have any experience in the Ephrata, PA
area? We're wondering if we find a house we like whether we'll be able to
build an outdoor gas fired kiln on the property (zoning requirements?).
We're only looking at properties that are already zoned commercial, but I
don't know what that means in terms of kilns.

Any input would be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Cathie Feild,
cfeild@aol.com

karrib on wed 30 jul 97

You might get in touch with the folks at the Lancaster Designer
Craftsmen chapter of the PA Guild of Craftsmen. They could put you in
touch specifically with potters in the area. The address is 100 N. State
St. Studio 201, Ephrata, PA 17522 and the phone 717-738-9566. The
Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen would have the same information for a
broader geographical area. They can be reached at
http://www.pennsylvaniacrafts.com
We are located in Franklin county, which is west of Adams, but would be
happy to share any information we have.
Karri & Rod
karrib@mail.cvn.net