Frankoma Pottery reopens

Months after it's closing, Sapulpa's world-famous Frankoma Pottery reopened over the weekend. <br/><br/>The company, which has made pottery since the 1930s, had financial problems and has been

Saturday, July 2nd 2005, 6:07 pm

By: News On 6

Months after it's closing, Sapulpa's world-famous Frankoma Pottery reopened over the weekend.

The company, which has made pottery since the 1930s, had financial problems and has been closed since December. A Las Vegas ceramics maker just bought the company and plans to open the doors for a half a day tomorrow and all day on the fourth to usher in a new beginning.

New owner Bet Merryman says Frankoma's designs have become one of America's most recognized "collectable potteries."

"The designs are incredible it has a tremendous existing product line and a base of collectors in the united states that is virtually unbelievable."

Frankoma will offer discounts this weekend for Sapulpa residents and newcomers. A larger scale "grand opening" is scheduled for August.