Where to Shop

OLD TOWN ARTISAN VILLAGE 201 N. BROADWAY

The Berea Welcome Center is housed in an L&N Railroad Depot built in 1917 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Find information here to plan your tour of town and through the Bluegrass region. From the Welcome Center Depot you can walk to many fine shops in Old Town and visit the largest concentration of working studios in Berea. (800) 598-5263 or (859) 986-2540. Open 7 days a week 9 to 5. Closed Sundays Jan 1 thru Mar 31. Free parking.

Stop at the Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen headquarters, for the state-wide organization that promotes and markets juried members' work, located at 210 N. Broadway. (859) 986-3192.

Adjacent to the depot is Honeysuckle Vine, with Bybee Pottery, year-round Christmas decorations and a wonderful collection of cornshuck flowers. Watercolors by Dinah Tyree, yard art, delicious regional foods and much more. Visit the working studio and see the unique handmade glass of Hot Flash Beads artist Jimmy Lou Jackson, who is nationally known for lampwork beads. You can find her most days at her torch eager to make something special for you. (859) 986-2411.

On the corner you'll find Images Of Santa, where Lindy Evans sculpts amazing lifelike dolls and Santa collectables. Her special touches make believers of all. (859) 582-2065.

Just two steps away is I Love My Stuff craft shop and Jeannette's Jewelry. This great combo has it all. Whimsical art at its best, and for the more practical minded, beautiful functional pieces, collector art quilts and fabulous designer jewelry. It's a real treat to find Jeannette working in the studio creating one of her unique pendants, bracelets or earrings. (859) 986-2818.

Enjoy handmade chocolates and European style truffles all made on premises at the Chocolate Factory. (859) 985-8975.

Next door is the home of Gastineau Studio, where Ken and Sally Gastineau display a large selection of their original pewter jewelry and home accessories. Choose a beautiful bead necklace or design your own! See their newly designed quilt pins and ornaments, each with printed history. (859) 986-9158.

Just a few steps away is Home & Hearth Gallery. Here you will discover a family tradition of handmade crafts, gifts, antiques and music. (859) 661-5339. For your musical accessories, visit Music Makers shop and studio/classroom. (859) 986-3616.

Up the hill is Haley-Daniels, home of custom-made fine hardwood furniture. Specialties include dining tables, chairs and rockers, along with other small accessories for home and office. (859) 986-7243.

Across the street you will find Powdermill Pottery in their new home. Pick up crysalline or raku pottery, soy candles and goats milk soap. (859) 986-1148.

Next is the Old Town Candy Kitchen. It's always a great idea to shop for fudge here. (859) 985-0541.

One door down you'll find Fish Wisdom Beads, a full-service bead shop with a large variety of books and specialty beads. Workshops available. (859) 986-7463.

Weaver's Bottom holds a corner spot on Broadway. Here you can see the weavings and cornshuck dolls of Neil and Mary Colmer. (859) 986-8661.

Don't miss Michelle Weston at The Glass Studio on Adams Street. Watch as she works in traditional glass blowing techniques. She will create glass ornaments, vases and starfish right before your eyes. (859) 985-0150.

At the corner of Adams & Broadway, Top Drawer Gallery offers a beautiful setting for arts and crafts including furniture and more. A visit here is always a treat. (859) 985-2907.

Just next door is the Family Tree, featuring handmade fabric items, wood items, dolls, aprons and more. You may also see owner Connie Adams making her baskets or quilting on her wall hangings. (859) 986-8177.

Hosfeld's Jewelry offers unique custom creations from the oldest and rarest of stones, like the Kentucky Agate. Watch the process from rock to rings. (859) 985-5353.

CHESTNUT STREET

Chestnut Street is lined with antique shops, a sprinkle of craft shops and studios, as well as the town's public buildings.

Just off Chestnut Street browse the Old Town Amish Store at 201 Prince Royal Drive. (859) 986-0733. Baked goods, deli, KY Proud items, bulk baking supplies and much more.

The Mitchell Tolle Studio and Gallery features his renowned watercolor paintings. Look as long as you wish and come back often. 633 Chestnut Street. (859) 986-1069.

Visit Sue Mullins at the Jewel Box and see her heritage in Native American jewelry. 406 Chestnut Street. (859) 985-8182.

To satisfy the child in you or with you visit Danosh for great toys and games from around the world. 105 Boone St. (859) 985-9895.

Dr. Melissa Senetar, a self-taught KY artist, combines a love of science with fashion at PHbeaD. She creates resin jewelry with insect wings set in sterling silver. 327 Chestnut Street. (859) 779-2498.

PeaceCraft, a not-for-profit, fair trade organization, offers unique clothing, jewelry, personal accessories, furniture, baskets and instruments from developing countries. 307 Chestnut Street. (859) 986-7441.

Robie Books features new, used and rare books with an emphasis on children's literature, history, Kentuckiana, crafts and scholarly works. 307 Chestnut Street. (859) 228-0499.

COLLEGE SQUARE 100 MAIN STREET

At Appalachian Fireside Gallery you will find an amazing variety of beautiful works by artisans of the Appalachian region, a large portion of which are made by Fireside Craft Industry members. (859) 986-9013.

Estelle Jewelry features one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry hand sewn from flat sheets of sterling and gold. (859) 985-5001.

Appalachian Arts & Crafts and Quilt Shop anchors the corner of College Square. Featuring a comprehensive offering of quilts and materials for your own quilt projects, in addition to a wealth of regional food and gifts, Bybee pottery, and much more. (859) 986-1239.

On the next corner is nationally acclaimed craftsman Warren A. May. Warren's traditional concepts in the woodworking process – dovetailed drawers, classical joinery and clean design are all used in the creation of his handmade furniture. He is also recognized for more than13,000 Appalachian dulcimers he has made here in Berea. (859) 986-9293.

Around the corner on Short Street is The Blue Tail Fly. Find beautiful cards and whimsical, educational and unique toys. Choose a beautiful matte and frame for that special work of art from the framing corner. (859) 986-1049.

The Promenade Gallery always has something innovative and unusual. Enjoy browsing through a wide array of top quality regional arts and crafts, including a great selection of whimsical KY folk art, hand-woven baskets, glass, jewelry, and Raku tile accentuated furniture. (859) 986-1609.

Also visit Gallery 103, featuring the works of internationally known artists Teresa Cole, Studio Potter; RC Thompson, Silversmith; and Diane Gilliam, Stained Glass. (859) 986-0668.

Across the street stands Berea College's showcase, The Log House Craft Gallery, Berea’s oldest craft gallery. Fine woodcrafts, weavings, ceramics, wonderful handmade brooms, and forged iron works. (859) 985-3226.

Visit BACIS to get your supplies for art, including hand dyed yarn. Check for workshops. (859) 985-0032.

AREA STUDIOS

Drive east and you will find the farm and studio of Tater Knob Pottery. Watch Sarah Culbreth and Jeff Enge create beautiful pottery on the potter's wheel. Ask questions, learn about the process and take home a piece of their renowned pottery along with your memories. Visit Mon.–Sat. 9am–5pm. 260 Wolf Gap Road. (859) 986-2167.

Also on Wolf Gap Road you will find the Martin Studio, home of fine pottery and weaving. Call for available hours. 311 Wolf Gap Road. (859) 986-9205.