The Village Gallery is the downtown gallery for McQueenry Pottery which is based in McQueeny, Texas. The style used results pieces in three or four different colors. The colors and dye used are strong and clear instead of "watered" like I have seen them in other stores.

All of the pottery is hand made and is lead free, safe to use in the microware, oven and dishwasher, which is from their own clay and glazes with the majority of the materials coming from the local area. The glazes are bright and alive and their emphasized functional stoneware and porcelain pottery. Some earthenware pieces are also being produced.
Standard pottery pieces such as dishes, bowls, goblets, mugs and platters are for sale, but so are several other unique items one does not commonly associated with pottery. Cooking items such as apple bakers, baking dishes in various shapes, loaf pans, and casserole dishes can be found in a variety of sizes and colors. There is also a good variety of decorative items like candlestick holders, lamps, luminaries, soap dishes, vases, card holders, coasters and a great deal more. They also have creative items such as letters or numbers which can be hung on the side of a house or a building.

One thing to note is that each of the pieces are quite heavy. I mention this because it helps understand their quality. When I picked up the plates I felt confident that they could withstand everyday use and not break quickly. In fact, I was a bit concerned since they were so heavy. I guess I'm a bit of a wimp because I was thinking that I'd have to use two hands to bring the plate to the table once it was filled up with food. Keep this in mind if you plan on purchasing any items because they may be a heavy addition to your briefcase, however I have no doubt you would be happy with you purchase once you got it home.

We longed after the platters. There are a few different color patters that seemed prevelant and used to make an entire series of dishes with the similar color design. As we walked from room to room we kept seeing platters we liked better than in the previous room. Up in the front of the store are the smaller items. Make sure to walk into the back room and upstairs to see all the wonderful pieces.