Whether you love handmade pottery, want to see how it’s made, or simply want to shop for something, anyone can enjoy a visit to this pottery shop in North Dakota. It’s located in a remote small town and is well worth the miles. Enjoy the most beautiful pieces and friendliness of the person who runs the business right here:
Travel out to the small town of Beach, North Dakota for a charming day trip to the very western edge of the state.
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The town’s population is just over 1,000 people, but many more than that have stopped by this charming little pottery shop in the town. It has been named the premier pottery destination in North Dakota by quite a few places, and for good reason.
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People from all over the world have visited the shop and discovered the magic that is Prairie Fire Pottery.
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Upon stepping inside the warm and inviting store, you’ll be overwhelmed by the sheer beauty of the many handmade pieces filling the shelves. Bowls, plates, mugs, soap dishes, and so many other creations are on display and most available for sale.
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Tama Smith, the person responsible for these lovely works of art, makes every single piece by hand and with love and great care. She uses traditional methods including a massive wood-burning kiln to create her work.
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Since Beach is located in the badlands of western North Dakota, Tama takes a lot of inspiration from the stunning natural scenery. You can get a piece of North Dakota that looks great as a table centerpiece or decoration in your home.
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When visiting, you aren’t just in a shop. Tama encourages and invites visitors to peek into the studio and check out the process from the wheel and clay…
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… to finished, vibrantly glazed products. You’ll be wowed and amazed by the whole process and can even take the final result home with you by purchasing one of the pottery pieces. It’s a fantastic experience all around!
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Prairie Fire Pottery is located at 127 E Main St., Beach, ND 58621. If you can’t make it all the way out there but still want to browse the pieces and maybe purchase a few, you’re in luck – they have an online store and can ship pottery through the mail. Click here to visit it.
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You never know what gems are hiding in North Dakota small towns! Prairie Fire Pottery is just one unique example. Here is an entire list of other gems you can visit across the state that you may not have heard of before.
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