John Olsen

First Year at BOSS: 1996

Current Position: Specialist Instructor

Hometown: Hurricane, Utah

Currenty Resides In: Hurricane, Utah

I came to BOSS because:

I am a prehistoric pottery enthusiast and was invited to teach pottery at BOSS.

I work at BOSS because:

I enjoy the atmosphere.

About John Olsen

John was a Lepidopterist and Butterfly collector. His interest in pottery began in high school and continued into college, where he majored in ceramics. John was an archaeologist, large machine operator, and gold worker, specializing in prehistoric metallurgy. John sadly passed away on March 13, 2025. BOSS is privileged to have had the opportunity to work alongside him and be a part of his remarkable journey.