McCarty's Pottery

Verified sources

We checked this business against our three rules. Here is the public proof we found:

• ✓ American owned

  History: "In 1998, the McCartys’ godsons, Jamie and Stephen Smith, returned home to Merigold and joined the family business." Jamie leads the creative studio work; Stephen handles the business and Gallery Restaurant. No foreign parent found.

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• ✓ Made in the USA

  History: Lee and Pup McCarty "returned to Merigold in 1954" and "founded together McCartys Pottery." The studio remains at 101 Saint Marys Street, Merigold, MS 38759. Phone: 662-748-2293. Pottery continues to be made at the Merigold studio by Jamie and Stephen Smith. The official page describes the Merigold studio rather than using the exact phrase "Made in USA."

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• ✓ Designed in the USA

  History: "The McCartys developed their own glazes which included the jade, cobalt blue, and signature nutmeg and adorned their pieces with a wavy black line that represents the Mississippi River." "While Jamie focuses on the creative aspects of the studio," continuing original work at the wheel.

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Last checked: November 10, 2026