2015 RWCS Commemorative Unveiled

Red Wing, MN – The Red Wing Wing Collectors Society releases it’s 39th Convention Commemorative today.

The 2015 Red Wing Collectors Society Commemorative is a miniature stoneware canteen. First produced in the mid 1890s during the salt glaze era, production increased in the early zinc glaze days. Vintage advertising on canteens includes local Red Wing souvenir pieces, names of liquor dealers/tavern owners, Milwaukee’s Pierron Pottery and special events.

In 2015, the RWCS produced three different versions of its commemorative. Version A is decorated with an ink-stamped RWCS ad. Version B has vintage California advertising also ink-stamped. Version C has vintage advertising from the Pierron Pottery, applied by hand.

Version A makes up 90% of total production. Nine percent are Version B and only 39 Version C pieces were made to match the 39th anniversary of the RWCS Convention.

The canteens were slip cast in a two-piece mold. All canteens have “Red Wing Collectors Society 2015” embossed on the back. There are also three marks on the canteen back where it sat on stilts in the kiln. Production was done at Rowe Pottery in Cambridge, WI.

The RWCS again produced an accessory piece that could be purchased only by members that attend Convention. The accessory piece is a leather strap for the canteen with “RWCS 2015” stamped on it.

The 2015 RWCS Special Commemorative is a stoneware shoe. Eighteen shoes were slip cast and detailed by hand. Half the shoes are cobalt; the other half was glazed with real Albany slip, not available since the 1970s. Shoes are ink-stamped on bottom. The Albany shoes were given to display winners. The cobalt shoes were used for prizes and various drawings. One of each was auctioned in the Commemorative Room during Convention.

A limited number of canteens were decorated for KidsView. The pieces were auctioned off, with proceeds going to the KidsView program.

The 2015 Commemorative is available to all primary and associate members in good standing. Commemorative must be purchased by the last day of the Convention, Saturday, July 11. New members who join before Saturday, July 11 are also eligible to purchase the 2015 Commemorative.Commemoratives can be purchased by mail through our website, coming to the RWCS Convention at Red Wing High School, or Calling 800-977-7927.

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3 gallon zinc glazed crock

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This 3 gallon zinc glazed crock was produced by the Minnesota Stoneware Company sometime between 1895 & 1906.   With just the number 3 and no advertising or other decoration, the value is around $40 or so.  Al Kohlman

RWCS 2015 Attendee Info

We are just a week away from the Convention and the excitement of Excursion Red Wing. I am sure many of you are already packing your bags and cars right now.

The RWCS Website and the Convention Supplement are your sources for all your Convention information. Here are the links to plan your Convention Experience:

Schedule – See the latest times and locations for all the events and activities.

Crock Hunt – Starts Friday, July 3 and runs through Saturday, July 11. Be sure to follow the list on the website to ensure a successful hunt.?? A great way to check out the City of Red Wing shops, eateries and sights. Download the form, grab the supplement, or pick one up at the sites. Every form received will be included in prize drawings.

Wednesday, July 8

  • 7:00 am RWCS Board Meeting – Pottery Place Annex (watch for signs)
  • 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Pre-registered pick up – Pottery Place Annex (watch for signs)
  • Pottery Museum of Red Wing Events
    • 6:00 pm– 9:00pm – WINE-ing for Red Wing Pottery Museum of Red Wing – 7:00 pm Live Auction

Thursday, July 9

Friday, July 10

  • Hands on Color Pottery Classes
  • Annual Business Meeting – 3:00pm
  • Crock Fest at the Goodhue County Historical Society- 5pm to 9pm
    • Open Vault Tours & Special Twins Memorabilia Display by Clyde Doepner
    • Shuttles AmericInn, Pottery Museum of Red Wing, and Goodhue County District building

    Saturday, July 11

    • Show and Sale – Saturday, concessions by Winger Volleyball
    • Banquet – Saturday Night at Mount Frontenac Golf Course– tickets still available
      • Special guest presenter Florence Graham Tabor?- 5:30 Social ?- 6:30 Dinner

    Other Convention information links:

    • Auction – Thursday, concessions by Winger Volleyball
    • Kids View – Thursday and Friday
    • Young Collectors – Thursday and Friday
    • Education – Great New sessions offered this year on Friday
    • Display – Check them out every day of the Convention – Special Display of Excursion Jugs

    Information about the City of Red Wing:

    One last reminder; don’t forget to bring your red badge holder and volunteer pin! I am looking forward to seeing all of you in Red Wing. Safe travels!