With plans to retire from his career as a potter, Bill Stewart of Stewart’s Gallery realized that his studio building could later be converted to a different type of commercial space. Waxhaw’s growing population created a need for more event, brewery and socializing places. The Stewarts considered the idea of maintaining their popular art gallery while turning the pottery studio into something different. The open space behind the Stewart’s studio and shop had been used for the Waxhaw Farmer’s Market.