Pottery making is the single most unbroken material tradition of the Catawba Nation's long history and is still done with methods handed down through generations. The Language of Clay features dozens of clay pottery pieces created by Catawba artisans from the 19th century to the present that represent various Catawba traditions and legends. The exhibition highlights the tribe’s rich cultural legacy, inviting patrons to gain a deeper understanding of the artistry and significance embedded in each clay creation. 

The Language of Clay: Catawba Indian Pottery and Oral Traditions was created by and on loan from the University of South Carolina Lancaster.