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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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Shawnee Hills Wine Trail Check In Challenge

Jan 09 – Dec 01

Visit all 11 wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail and use the digital check in challenge pass, and be rewarded!

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Blessing of the Bikes and Bless Fest

Bald Knob Cross •  May 17 @ 8AM

Kick off the riding season with a blessing held at the base of Bald Knob Cross, Alto Pass, IL.

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Wine & Food pairing / Rosé All Day

Alto Vineyard •  Jun 05 – Jun 06 @ 12noon

Wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail have paired up to create wonderful weekend of wine and food pairings. Join us for a progressive tasting along…

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