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Hadley Pottery
HistoryArtist Mary Alice Hadley was born into a family of clay tile makers where her knowledge of working with clay first developed. In 1939, Mrs. Hadley made dishes for her houseboat on the Ohio River. The creative result was a set of a custom dishes that caused such a stir among her friends and acquaintances that the idea for a business was born. With the help of her husband, George, the Hadley Pottery Company was formed early in 1940. In 1944, George Hadley purchased a building in the Butchertown area of Louisville as a birthday present for Mary Alice. The building, constructed in 1848, has been home to a wool mill, a candle factory and a cordage mill and since 1944 has served as the production location, factory salesroom and offices of Hadley Pottery Company. Many pieces of original art created by Mary Alice Hadley are still on display at the historic structure on Story Avenue, including several wall murals all hand-painted by Mary Alice herself.SpecialtiesHadley Pottery, maker of fine, hand-crafted, hand-painted stoneware, has been producing iconic pottery in Louisville, KY for nearly 70 years. Thousands of pieces are available in our factory outlet, all at prices that are 20%, 30%, or even more below regular retail. Close-outs, overstocks, and one-of-a-kind pieces are available. Hadley Pottery specializes in simple, warm stoneware for family dinners, holiday entertaining, or patio dining. We also offer whimsical pieces for your children's first dishes, cookware and home decor, and great gifts. Hadley pieces can be personalized for births, weddings, anniversaries, or any special occasion or treasured moment. Factory tours are available at 2:00pm M-F except during hot weather. Please call ahead to make arrangements for a tour.