Dr. Burrison gave a presentation at the Opening Reception on Georgia folk pottery. Watch the video of the presentation below.

Burrison began collecting traditional Georgia crafts in the late 1960s, eventually focusing much of his research on the folk pottery tradition of North Georgia. His work as a folklorist, educator, author, and collector has played an important role in bringing greater attention to the region’s pottery and the people who made it.

The 35 pieces featured in this exhibition represent a portion of Burrison’s personal collection that he chose to donate to the Folk Pottery Museum. Together, the pottery offers a glimpse into the people, places, and traditions that shaped Northeast Georgia’s folk pottery story.

Burrison has a long history with the Folk Pottery Museum, serving as its curator and a lifetime trustee. The museum’s collection and programs continue his work of documenting, preserving, and sharing the pottery traditions of Northeast Georgia.

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