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Gay Head Pottery

Explore handcrafted Gay Head Pottery, showcasing the timeless Aquinnah Wampanoag artistry rooted in Martha’s Vineyard traditions.

Heath Widdiss: Continuing the Widdiss Family Legacy

Handmade Gay Head pottery
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Gay Head Pottery artisan Heath ‘Strong Fox’ Widdiss is the proud grandson of the late Gladys ‘Wild Cranberry’ Widdiss, a well-known Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribal potter, historian, and leader. His grandmother learned the art of pottery from her mother, Heath’s great-grandmother Minnie ‘Heath Hen’ Malonson of Gay Head, Martha’s Vineyard.

Read more about the Artisan’s Journey
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Made from the diverse and vibrant clays of the Gay Head Cliffs, Aquinnah Wampanoag artisan Heath Widdiss crafts unique pottery that carries on a cherished tradition. Each piece is more than just pottery; it’s a tangible connection to the land and its history, reflecting Heath’s deep bond with the earth and his dedication to preserving the cultural heritage of his ancestors.

Where to Buy In Person

Available Daily at Stony Creek Gifts
Explore a rotating selection of Heath Widdiss’s pottery in person at:
Stony Creek Gifts

27 Aquinnah Circle Cultural District, Aquinnah, MA, 02535

Open daily, 10 AM - 5 PM

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