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The Acorn Gallery 

Visit the exclusive gallery of Raney Rogers - one North Carolina's best known artists. Her original oil and watercolor paintings have been honored by numerous awards and exhibits in galleries around the world. Here you will also find the office for Wildwood Landscaping and Nursery featuring the fine art of landscaping. Call (336) 246-3388 for more information. 103 Long Street, West Jefferson. Hours: Tues.-Fri. 11-5; Sat. 11-2. 336-246-3388.

Ancient Wisdom 

Ancient Wisdom carries exceptional works from local High Country Artists and Native American craftsmen. Come see our large selection of stained glass angels, fairies, butterflies, Buddhas, kaleidoscopes, hand mirrors and treasure boxes along with local stone carvings, glass wind chimes, Native American drums, dream catchers, hand-thrown pottery, mandalas and more. One-of-a kind jewelry pieces, beaded and bone jewelry, hand-blown glass, water fountains and ceremonial pipes are among the many hand-made creations from inspired artisans. Open all year. Not just a stop -- a destination. Ancient Wisdom is located at 1158 Highway 105, Boone, NC, next to Comfort Suites. 828-268-2684.

Art Cellar Gallery
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Exhibiting painting and sculpture created by some of the most prestigiuos artists from our area and throughout the southeast. Presenting an evocative selection of realistic, abstract and figurative works, in a diverse range of media. The regions largest collection of Folk and Outsider Art, and Animation Art are also featured. Consultation and placement services, including commission projects. Museum quality framing in The Frame Shop. The Art Cellar Gallery hours are Monday - Saturday 10am to 5pm. (828)898-5175 www.artcellaronline.com or email artcellar@infoave.net.

Located at 920 Shawneehaw Avenue (Hwy 184) 3.5 miles from Hwy 105 in Banner Elk.

ArtWalk 

ArtWalk, Boone's largest and most popular art and gift gallery in historic downtown Boone, is the perfect place to wander through the High Country's leading selection of unique artwork, crafts and home décor. There are over 300 local, regional and national artists featuring an inspiring collection of original art, pottery, photography, jewelry, fiber art, furniture, glasswork, stained glass, woodwork, sculpture and more. You won't leave empty handed because "There's something for everyone at ArtWalk"! Individual gallery spaces are available for rent. Open 7 days. ArtWalk is conveniently located at 611 W. King Street. (828) 264-9998.

Artware 

Come experience this new and exciting activity of painting your own original piece of art. Relax and have fun painting pottery with your friends and family. Choose from hundreds of items in stock - plates, mugs, bowls, children's items and more - then use our design books and stencils or ask one of our creative staff members for ideas on how to paint your item. Once it is complete we will glaze and fire your piece for pickup in about a week. We have also added mosaics, clay handbuilding and a pottery wheel to our studio. Call for current class schedules and to book or obtain information about our party packages and group rates. We are open year-round, and our hours are Monday through Saturday, 1 to 6 p.m. Artware is located in Blowing Rock on Highway 321 bypass next to Subway, Call (828) 295-0040 for more information. It's fun for all ages, and no experience is necessary!

Blowing Rock Frameworks & Gallery
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Setting the standard in the High Country for fine art, Blowing Rock Frameworks & Gallery, LTD. has assembled over 25 of the most accomplished artist in the Southeast. A stroll through the gallery is as pleasing to the first time visitor as it is to our seasoned collectors. We provide fine art for individual and corporate collectors, we also have art placement and hanging services, art is our world and we will help art be in your world as well. Visit our website www.brframegallery.com.

Bob Timberlake Gallery 

Come home to the world of Bob Timberlake with a visit to The Bob Timberlake Gallery in Blowing Rock, NC. The gallery showcases Bob's artwork and reproductions as well as accessories, apparel, gifts, collectibles and highly popular line of furnishings. Every detail of the gallery speaks of Bob Timberlake's unique style as an artist and designer offering a shopping experience that you will not want to miss. Open year round, Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 828-295-4855.

Clark Gallery 

Please come by and see the area's best gallery. We'll let the art speak for itself. Lowell Hayes, James P. Kerr, Tim Ford, Bob Clark, Jimmy Bursenos, J.R. Shutts and Chris Clark. Located beside the Louisiana Purchase in Banner Elk. 828-898-2095.

Hands Gallery 

Hands Gallery, the oldest not-for-profit craft cooperative in the region, was founded in 1975 by a group of dedicated artists. Today, with 17 juried members providing pieces ranging from pottery and basketry, jewelry and clothing, photography, leatherwork, and serigraphy, it stands as a role model for Crafts Co-ops throughout the nation. Hands Gallery is located in the heart of downtown Boone at 543 W. King St. They are open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The phone number is (828) 262-1970.

 
 The Looking Glass Gallery in ASU 

The Looking Glass Gallery at Appalachian State University is dedicated to providing a place for ASU students, faculty and staff to display their work. The Department of Student Programs administers the Gallery, located on the first floor of Plemmons Student Union across from the Coffee shop. The public is welcome. For more information, call 828-262-3032.

J&S Beaumont Pottery 

Located in the Red School House behind Mast General Store in Valle Crucis. Pottery is created on site for pottery lovers who want to take home a small remembrance of the North Carolina High Country. A variety of shapes from handmade and decorated dinnerware to functional pieces for the home, the traditional shapes are glazed in colors designed to reflect today's home fashions. All pottery is food, microwave, cool oven and dishwasher safe. Visitors may view turning, glazing and decorating of pieces in the studio next to the retail showroom. 828-963-6399.

Morning Star Gallery 

Give a hand made Christmas gift from Morning Star Gallery where you will find art and crafts from area and nationally known artists. Rod Shaw's terracotta bas reliefs are exhibited with Jill Flinn's playful depictions of flora and fauna. Also find watercolors, fountains, and garden sculptures as well as pottery, blown glass sculptures and ornaments, and sparkling jewelry. 18 years of making customers happy all year long, especially at Christmas! Located at 915 Main Street in Blowing Rock, NC. (828)295-6991.

Morris Street Gallery Website

Morris Street Gallery showcases an exceptional array of original oil and water media by local and regional award winning artists who are passionate about their work. For a delightful gallery experience, come to one of the High Country's finest art galleries. Ongoing artists include Steve Andrews, Tonya Bottomley, Judy Eisinger, Dick Ensing, Pat Glenny, Karen Knight, Michel Oliver, Betty Powell, Cama Tadlock and Jan Yearwood. Also featured are photography by Sean Rivinus and pottery by Linda Dalton. The gallery is located just off Main Street in the "Shoppes of Watership Down" at 133-5 Morris Street in downtown Blowing Rock, NC. For hours and information, please call 828-295-8575 or visit MorrisStreetGallery.com.

Nth Degree Gallery & Studios

The Nth Degree Gallery & Studios is a venue for emerging artists in and around Watauga County dedicated to showing work beyond the limitations of the for-profit market. The Studios exist to provide an incubator for artists seeking space not only to produce their own work, but help promote other artists in the community. The Gallery is open to the public on the first Friday of every month as part of the Downtown Boone Art Crawl. Located at 683 W. King Street, directly across from the downtown post Office.

Come for the views . . . leave with a piece of our heritage. Pottery, woodcarving, glass, ironwork . . . whether traditional or contemporary, each piece bears evidence of enduring skills passed from hand to hand for generations. Take a piece of the mountains home with you. Member of The Shops of Southern Highland Craft Guild.828-295-7938.

  Rock Gallery of Fine Art 

Rock Gallery of Fine Art - Featuring an exceptional selection of the art of Thomas Kinkade, Painter of Light. We also offer the art of G. Harvey, William Mangum, Tom duBois, Terry Redlin and Paul Landry; all beautifully custom framed. One of our art consultants will help you find that perfect piece of art for you. 1153 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC 28605. Open Monday - Saturday 10-5; Sunday 1-4. 828 295-97523, 888 576-2116 (toll free)

  R. T. Morgan Art Gallery 

R. T. Morgan Art Gallery is enjoying another year of representing professional artists. Works this year include museum quality vessels by Yvonne Hegney, whimsical garden sculpture by Camille and a vast array of original paintings and sculpture. Our hours this summer have been expanded to include Monday and Tuesday. We look forward to seeing you again this year to share our art with you. Morgan Gallery is located in downtown West Jefferson. For more information please call 336-246-3328.

Tatum Galleries 

Tatum Galleries has some of the finest handcrafted furniture in the area; several pieces made on premise. The shop is stocked with the largest selection of Tiger Maple furniture in Western North Carolina, along with unique home accessories, wall art and many one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone. Interior Design consultation is offered with a wide selection of wallpaper, border, window treatments, and fabrics. The gallery is located on Hwy. 105 S. Call for more information at 828-963-6466, or fax us at 828-963-8080.

  The Turchin Center
  for the Visual Arts Website

The Turchin Center for the Visual Arts is the largest visual arts center in northwestern North Carolina, Eastern Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. Exhibits focus on a blend of new and historically important artwork, and feature works of nationally and internationally renowned artists, as well as many of the finest artists of the region.
The Turchin Center presents 24 visual arts exhibitions annually, in addition to year-round arts education programming for children and adults in its Arnold P. Rosen Family Education Wing. The Turchin Center is located at 423 West King St., Boone; 828-262-3017. Visit the website at www.tcva.org

The Upstairs Gallery

The UPSTAIRS GALLERY is downtown Blowing Rock's most vibrant show space for artists of substance. Located at 1098 Main Street on the second floor of the Martin House, visitors are awed by highly collectable artwork that spans the terrain from realism to abstraction. Owner artist Kevin Beck is joined by highly collectable colleagues: Wayne Trapp, Bob Rankin, Gisele Weisman, Sterling Edwards, Time Ford, Suzanna Winton and more. The Gallery is open daily May - December with abbreviated hours January - April. For more information call 828-295-6367.

The Weaving Room & Gallery is a 78-year-old handweaving production center and gift shop. On foot-power, hand-power looms we weave rugs, placemats, baby blankets, home accessories and lovely wearables. Gift shop also features fine Appalachian crafts. Proceeds support the children of Crossnore School, Inc. 1-800-374-1660.