Mound Bayou, Mississippi. Population: approximately 1,500. Total area: 0.9 square miles. Given these diminutive numbers, you may wonder why people travel from across the state, and even from across the country, to the “Jewel of the Delta.” The answer is simple: they come for the pottery—Peter’s Pottery. Named for one of the four Woods brothers who started the small family-owned-and-operated business more than 15 years ago, this studio draws travelers and loyal fans to explore and take home functional masterpieces made from Mississippi mud.
The building, constructed of mostly bartered materials, is large yet modest; the splendor lies in the pottery itself. Collections include bowls, platters, and vases of all shapes, sizes, and styles; generously formed mugs and goblets; and endearing collectibles like rabbits, ducks, and deer. The complementary glazes—Dogwood…
