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What People Are Saying
“The museum is such a gem, with a beautiful permanent collection and so many activities involving music, art, and of course, pottery, for adults and kids alike”
— Judith Fannin
“We love the museum. I always learn something at the programs/presentations ”
— John and Suzanne Mercer
“The museum is so beloved to so many people of “Puddlian” descent. It not only houses our history but our hearts.”
— Barrie Smith
“Truly a gem in the heart of our beloved community.”
— Belinda and Jim Dunlap
Members make it happen!
Join our unique museum and explore the world of pottery. Members play a vital role in supporting the museum, preserving the history of the East Liverpool pottery district, and expanding the museum’s educational programs. Together we will inspire and educate! Join today.
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
Rockingham
This level is named for the earliest ware made in East Liverpool. Potters found abundant yellow clay and coated it with a glaze called Rockingham. This gave a glossy mottled-brown look to the ware. Rockingham members donate $100 and enjoy free admission to the museum, notices for events and classes, newsletter, 10% off in the Clay Shop (gift shop), name on website (if desired), and 2 tickets to the April Members’ gala.
Parian
Parian is a biscuit ware made to resemble Parian marble, the fine white marble that come from the Greek Island of Paros. It was made in East Liverpool by William Bloor between 1860 and 1861. Parian members donate $250 and enjoy free admission to the museum, discounts and notices for events and classes, newsletter, 10% off in the Clay Shop (gift shop), name on website (if desired), and 2 tickets to the April Members’ gala. Other benefits are being pursued and may include discounts from local businesses. .
Lotus Ware
The pièce de résistance! Lotus Ware…the lovely bone china produced by Knowles, Taylor, and Knowles for a few years in the 1890s! MoC has a collection of over 200 pieces of this art pottery. In this Lotus Ware level of giving, $1000, members enjoy free admission to the museum, discounts and notices for events and classes, newsletter, 20% off in the Clay Shop (gift shop), name on website (if desired) and 4 tickets to the April members gala. Eligible for “Spotlight” feature on web site. The member may have free use of the building for one event, to be held outside of Museum operating hours. Other benefits may be added such as discounts from local businesses.
Majolica
Majolica ware has a beautiful brightly colored glaze. George Morley, potter and one time mayor of East Liverpool, is known for majolica, especially notable is his gurgling fish jug. Majolica members donate $500 and enjoy free admission to the museum, discounts and notices for events and classes, newsletter, 20% off in the Clay Shop (gift shop), name on website (if desired) and 4 tickets to the April members’ gala. Other benefits may be added such as discounts from local businesses.
OHC
Ohio History Connection, formerly the Ohio Historical Society, is a statewide history organization with the mission to spark discovery of Ohio’s stories. OHC manages more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio, including MoC. For complete information about the benefits of this statewide membership and to join or renew, visit the OHC website.
2024 Rockingham Members
Dale Abrams
Another way to contribute… Volunteer!
Another valuable way to contribute is to volunteer! Volunteers are especially needed for the Clay Shop (the gift shop). Depending on interest, volunteers may chose to give tours, do archival work, serve as hosts during events or work with collections. All volunteers work under the guidance of trained staff. Contact us today and tell us how you would like to help!
Pictured here is Barrie Smith Archer, teaching students how to throw on the potter’s wheel. Barrie was Volunteer of the Year for 2019. The Lady Slippers were also awarded Volunteer(s) of the Year for 2019.