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Alto Clay Works

595 Main Street, Alto Pass, IL 62905

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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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Holiday Vendors in the Vines at Alto Vineyards

Alto Vineyards •  Nov 30 @ 12noon

Artists and artisans offer perfect gifts for loved ones (or yourself!) this holiday season.

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Christmas at the Cross

Bald Knob Cross •  Dec 07 – Dec 08 @ 3PM

Join us for our Christmas at the Cross celebration.

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El Dia del Amor y la Amistad at Alto Vineyards

Feb 15 @ 12AM

Join us for a day of immersion into Latin culture. We are very proud and happy to offer the musical skills of various artists.

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