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AMACO - American Art Clay company history timeline

1919

Making the first American modeling clay in 1919

1921

Publishing first Lesson Plans for art teachers in 1921

1934

Making the first electric kiln for school and studio use in 1934

1947

Making the first electric potter's wheel in 1947 (originally at the request of the VA for occupational therapy)

1950

Begins workshop series for teachers, John Herron School of Art in 1950

1951

Introducing the first lead free glaze to the industry in 1951

1960

Launches first traveling workshop nationwide in 1960

1964

Launching Rub ‘n Buff®—the ‘Original’ wax metallic finish at the 1964 World’s Fair

1978

Buying Brent® Potters Wheels & Equipment in 1978

1979

Acquires Reward Glazes and introduces Velvet Underglazes in 1979

1982

Developing the first adaptable potter’s wheel for the physically challenged in 1982

1989

Acquires Friendly Plastic which becomes a huge craft craze in 1989

2004

AMACO/Brent Contemporary Clay Gallery opens in 2004

2009

Manufacturing Brent® products with recycled materials and a 10-year warranty in 2009

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