Pottery Making Demonstrations at Pecos NHP

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Pottery Making Demonstrations at Pecos NHP

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on June 30. It is reproduced in full below.

Pecos, NM: Join Josephine Toya of the Pueblo of Jemez on July 16th and 17th for a demonstration of how she creates traditional Jemez Pueblo pottery. There is a great deal of variety among Jemez pottery, but Josephine Toya’s pieces reflect a long and proud tradition of pottery that dates from the 1700s. She uses subtle, natural earth tones in shades of buff, cream, black, and russet, over red- and tan-slipped pots, bowls, jars, and her specialty Corn Maidens. Join us for a rare and special look behind the making of fine Jemez pottery-from a mound of clay to a beautifully formed work of art-right before your eyes. Demonstrations will take place at the Pecos National Historical Park visitor center between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on both days. For more information, contact Pecos NHP at (505) 757-7241.

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From I-25: Due to upcoming road construction, it is recommended that you take the Rowe Exit, #307. Follow signs. From Highway 63, the park will be on your left.

Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service

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