Robert Compton Pottery

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Open • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Robert Compton Pottery - Christine, Robert & Shino in front of Noborigama kiln - Art Galleries Near Me - Bristol, Vermont

Robert Compton Pottery - Robert looking into the firebox of his Noborigama during a wood firing. - Art Galleries Near Me - Bristol, Vermont

Robert Compton Pottery - Robert & Christine welcome visitors to their pottery. - Art Galleries Near Me - Bristol, Vermont

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Robert Compton Pottery - Robert Compton was featured in the Sept/Oct 2014 issue of Yankee Magazine - Art Galleries Near Me - Bristol, Vermont

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Having been a guest at Wilder Farm Inn in Waitsfield VT, I was referred to this studio by Luke, the Naked Potter and owner of the Inn. It was well worth the scenic drive on my way to Burlington for a flight home to Chicago. His wife, Christine Homer, the weaver, actually gave me a very educational and lively tour of his showroom and her weaving room in the house. I found a lovely gas fired collander (Temmoku glaze) for my fresh fruit and loved the scarves Christine had displayed. This particular place has such a wonderful vibe and I felt that the pricing for his and her work was very reasonable. read more

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2662 N 116th Rd
Bristol, VT 05443
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(802) 453-3778
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http://www.robertcomptonpottery.com/

Hours

What time does Robert Compton Pottery open?

Robert Compton Pottery opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Robert Compton Pottery close?

Robert Compton Pottery closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Robert Compton Pottery take credit cards?

Yes, Robert Compton Pottery takes credit cards.

Services

Is Robert Compton Pottery by appointment only?

Yes, Robert Compton Pottery is by appointment only.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Robert Compton Pottery have parking?

Yes, Robert Compton Pottery has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Robert Compton Pottery have free WiFi?

Yes, Robert Compton Pottery has free WiFi.

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Specialties

This is a working pottery located in rural Vermont on a former dairy farm. The pottery is open most days from 10-6. It is best to call ahead if traveling from a distance. The barn serves as a clay studio and pottery showroom. The farm house provides space for a weaving studio and is home to potter Robert Compton and his wife, Christine, who is a hand weaver. Robert specializes in hand thrown pottery that is Wood Fired, Salt Glazed, Reduction Fired Stoneware, Pit Fired Pottery and Raku. He fires his work in a large Noborigama kiln as well as a Gas Fired Car Kiln, Pit Kiln and Raku Kiln. Robert is able to make pottery that reflects the unique qualities of each of these processes.

History

Established in 1972.

Robert Compton Pottery has been owned and operated by Robert Compton since 1972. He has made functional and decorative pottery for 40 years. During the early 1970's he developed stoneware aquariums and fountains that were sold around the USA and shipped internationally. In 1990 he opened a retail space at his studio. He currently sells his one-of-a-kind work On Line and direct to the public. He particpates every year with the Vermont Craft Council's Open Studio Weekend held on Memorial Day Weekend in the Spring and the first weekend in October in the Fall.

Meet the Business Owner: Robert C.

His love of clay is what has motivated him to create unique works in clay for the past 40 years.