The Handmade Tile Association
Announces the publication of
Twin Ports: “Living with History”
A map of historic and contemporary tiles of the Twin Ports
Duluth, Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin

This map was made possible by a Doty Research Grant from the
Tile Heritage Foundation

Map Curators: Karin Kraemer and Josh Blanc
Cartography: Tom Hollenhorst
Publication Design: Josh Blanc
Photography: Karin Kraemer

This map is an extensive documentation and guide of 68 historic and contemporary tile installations in Duluth, Minnesota and Superior Wisconsin. Maps can be purchased by mail for only $4.50 (includes tax and postage) or at:

Handmade Tile Association.LLC
34 Thirteenth Avenue NE Suite 109
Minneapolis, MN. 55413
Please contact Josh Blanc for further information at
(612) 781-6409 or email josh@claysquared.com.

Places you can purchase the maps
Fairlawn Mansion
Coppola Art Imports
Glensheen Mansion
The Tweed Museum
Duluth Pottery
Blue Iris Gallery
American Swedish Institute
Clay Squared to Infinity
Sivertson Gallery

Twin Ports: “Living with History” is the second of a series of maps documenting the historical and contemporary tile installations of the Upper Midwest. The first map, “A Legacy of Tiles,” a guide to historical and contemporary tiles of Minnesota.

The Handmade Tile Association invites people to embark on a historical and contemporary treasure hunt of Minnesota and Wisconsin tiles. These gems of architectural adornment serve many purposes in our everyday lives. The major reasons for using tiles are their durability, functionality, and decorative beauty. Tiles are arguably one of the most
versatile building materials in human history. With hundreds of color choices and
unlimited sculptural and decorative possibilities, tiles have been a favorite building
material for designers and artists from ancient times to the present. Today, while China, Italy, Spain, and Brazil lead the world in tile manufacturing, the United States is a leader in making exciting and innovative art tiles to walk and gaze upon. Explore Minnesota’s and Wisconsin’s tile legacy.

HTA, 34 Thirteenth Avenue NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Email: info@handmadetileassociation.org Phone: 612-781-6409

The Handmade Tile Association Announces the publication of Twin Ports: “Living with History” A map of historic and contemporary tiles of the Twin Ports Duluth, Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin

The Handmade Tile Association
Announces the publication of
Twin Ports: “Living with History”
A map of historic and contemporary tiles of the Twin Ports
Duluth, Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin