16 Patton presents original fine art by Southeastern artists for residential and private collectors. Paintings, sculpture, glass, and ceramics are presented in an intimate gallery setting in historic downtown Asheville.

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Featuring handmade jewelry, pottery, ironwork, glass, baskets, prints, and much more from members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, recognized worldwide for excellence in craftsmanship and design for over 75 years.

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The pottery of the North Carolina folk potters awaits you at Appalachian Crafts. Teague, Owen, McNeil, Wyndham, and Cole, as well as many skilled artisans from the surrounding neighborhoods. Phil Brown's carved eastern song birds, neat little wooden boxes from Tennessee, wooden toys, hand-woven looped rugs, hand-quilted quilts-and you can have these made to order, jams, jellies, wooden kitchen utensils, CDs of local folk singers, and even bees' wax candles! Rather read? We have books by local authors (Thomas Wolf, Wilma Dykeman), books on what to do and where to go: hiking, biking, exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway, and even some down home Southern cookbooks! Y'all come!

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Ariel Gallery Asheville's contemporary craft collective. Featuring a wide range of Fine Craft created by its preeminent local members. Ariel Gallery: for the Well Crafted Life.

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An eclectic gallery consisting of fine and custom-made jewerly, pottery, glass and wall art. Features sulptural art jewerly by Patricia Bauman, as well as other local and not-so-local artists.

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The Asheville Area Arts Council's galleries, The Front Gallery, The Back Gallery and The Boardroom Gallery, located in downtown Asheville, seek to represent local established and emerging artists and groups.

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Take a self-guided tour and explore the diversity of art found in downtown Asheville galleries. City Center Art Walks held annually in April, June, August and October.

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Visitors, collectors, interior designers - anyone with an eye for fine art will find a wide range of talents, subjects, styles, and mediums as broad as the Blue Ridge, at prices to accommodate every budget.

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Asheville's only family entertainment center featuring: indoor and outdoor go-carts, indoor mini golf, multi-level laser tag, indoor batting cages, climbing wall, soft play area, bumper cars, arcade gallery, mini-bowling and more. Ride for fun or race to win…our outdoor track is two stories tall and 1/4 mile long - it's the only one of it's kind in Western North Carolina! Check out Asheville's only laser tag arena complete with black lights, music and fog, our fully-interactive game matches two teams head to head in our multi-level arena. Our state-of-the-art arcade gallery hosts over 110 games. With such a large selection and a frequently updated game selection, there is something every age and every skill level can enjoy. Fuel the Fun at The Depot Diner, located inside our facility. With a wide variety of menu items including pizza and burgers, and more healthy choices such as salads and wraps. The entire family will love Asheville's Fun Depot!

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Step in and open the door to creative inspiration. Since 1984, owner Barry Olen has searched out sources from around the world to collect a vast selection of beads and jewelry making supplies. With his recent move, just two doors down to 37 Wall Street, Barry has created a jewelry design center, offering a larger inventory, more services, and endless creative possibilities. The new gallery space in front features large specimens of stunning minerals and rocks, select works by local artists, as well as some of Barry's own creations. The back room has been outfitted for lapidary and jewelry making services and workshops. Working with more than 100 vendors, the selection of materials, including stone, precious metals, wood, handmade Czech glass, Japanese glass, shell, clay, and seeds, is quite impressive. Barry hopes the new space will provide a place for novice crafters, as well as, experienced jewelry artists to explore and enjoy the art of making jewelry.

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Bella Vista Art Gallery represents exceptional contemporary artists. We offer to our collectors, art that will challenge and intrigue viewers for generations. Our gallery features original art by emerging and established artists who work in oil, acrylic, glass, ceramic, bronze, encaustic and copper. We have a group show format, so all our artists are always on display. While we have a strong representation of local artists, we also represent national and international artists.

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Bellagio means "beautiful leisure" and this extraordinary wearable art boutique delights with clothing by acclaimed American textile artists and fashion designers, dazzling handcrafted jewelry and gorgeous one-of-a-kind accessories. All exhibit a passion for exotic textures, sublime colors and innovative techniques. Handsome collections of blown glass, ceramic art and fantastic wood objects by national and internationally known artists are juxtaposed in the gallery's unique displays. This combination of art and art to wear makes for a perfect shopping experience, whether you're decorating your home or wearing art on your body.

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The Bender Gallery is one of the most spacious galleries in downtown Asheville on two sun filled levels. With over one hundred artists, we house the largest and most diverse collection of studio glass art in the region.

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This community arts facility, housed in the beautifully renovated Old City Hall, has exhibits in the Gallery along with programs in music, visual and performing arts. The Main Floor has monthly Concerts every 4th Friday featuring acoustic musicians from the area. The Gallery exhibits provide a wide array of subject and media, from contemporary and traditional paintings to sculpture, photography, and ceramics. Special events range from theater, storytelling and film, to festivals, concerts, and sing-alongs. Classes and workshops offer everything from belly dance to painting to dry stack stonewall to photography. Behind the main building, a newly renovated Pottery Studio offers a full range of classes for adults and youth, community memberships, and "paint-on" pottery. The Black Mountain Center for the Arts also presents an annual Art in Bloom, a 3-day flowers and art show. There is something for everyone all year round - so You Can Be a Part of the Arts!

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Specializing in Southeastern fine art and crafts in a stunning, three-level, 15,000-square-foot setting. Thirty thematic and one-person exhibitions a year. The gallery was founded in 1991. The 15,500-square-foot gallery in an elegant and spacious surroundings and spans three floors connected by an open stairway. Blue Spiral 1 presents thirty annual exhibitions of sculpture and paintings, ob

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Bruisin' Ales, Asheville's renowned beer-only store, boasts nearly 700 brews from around the world (and around the corner). The small, colorful boutique shop in the heart of downtown is a treasure trove for beer lovers—specializing in Belgians, Belgian-style, American craft brews, and the very best from around the world. The unique bottle shop set-up allow customers to "Mix-a-Six." Choose from the shelves or two coolers chocked full with a constantly rotating stock. A large selection of glassware, books, t-shirts, hats and other breweriana await. Visit the website for an up-to-date listing of available selections, as well as a beer blog and event calendar. Join the mailing list and get the early scoop of Bruisin' events. Free in-store tastings every other Thursday, 5-7pm. Owned and operated by Jason and Julie Atallah since 2006, Bruisin' Ales has quickly become known in the beer world and was recently rated the #2 Best Beer Retailer Worldwide by RateBeer Best 2008.

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Welcome to the artistic expression of messages found in ancient wisdom, philosophies and our Earth’s gifts, presented as the fine art of Karen Pierre. Working studio, jewelry, pottery.

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A discovery packed nature and science emporium. Full selection of binoculars and telescopes. Hiking guides, packs and hats, nature books and toys. Adjacent gallery features the world's best wildlife artists.

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Hot glass studio/gallery featuring unique gift items and one of a kind glass sculptures. All work created on site by owner/artist Michael Hatch.

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Established in 1965, the museum is home to 19 rare and vintage automobiles as well as some original horse-drawn carriages and Asheville's 1922 Fire Engine. Museum is free of charge.

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The Fine Arts League is a school of Classical Realism. The gallery features figure drawings, portraits, landscapes, and still-lifes by students, teachers and visiting artists.

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Home of the Southern Highland Craft Guild representing craft artists from Southern Appalachia. Houses three fine art galleries and offers daily craft demonstrations.

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Funky Mutt is a fun and frisky shop for dogs, cats and their human companions. The tiny space is packed with local goodies from potters, artists, bakers and craft people. Pick up some yummy treats, buy Fido a Hawaiian shirt and matching hemp collar, and grab a bag of organic cat nip for Miss Kitty.

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Gallery Minerva is an eclectic mix - something for every collector including paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, and glass - both traditional and contemporary. Located in the 1905 office and home of noted historical architect Richard Sharpe Smith.

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American handmade at its finest. Featuring a distinctive selection of handcrafted jewelry, wearables, pottery, wood and more. Discover a treasure at every turn.

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The Gallery features the crafts, stories and music of the Blue Ridge Mountains through exhibitions, educational programs, a craft shop and a state-of-the-art interactive Mountain Stories Laser Map about the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area. The gallery carries a wide selection of regional and Cherokee crafts, small furniture, pottery, jewelry, paintings, photography and more. Artists-in-Residence offer frequent craft demonstrations.

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Grovewood is a destination gallery off the beaten path that exhibits an expansive collection of fine American craft, brought to life within a beautiful historic setting. Located next to the Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa.

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Featuring handmade jewelry, Stuart Nye, pottery, ironwork, glass, prints and much more from members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, recognized worldwide for excellence in craftsmanship and design for over 70 years.

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In a world of sameness, Hofman Studios offers you something truly unique. Visit the gallery/studio to view a varied selection of handbuilt porcelain. Hofman Studios will add an understated elegance to any setting.

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Established 25 years ago as the design studio of goldsmith Paula Dawkins, Jewels That Dance helped set the style for the revitalization of downtown Asheville. Treat yourself with a visit to this beautiful gallery.

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The 5,000 square-foot gallery/studio is a continuously changing exhibition showcasing nationally known artist, Jonas Gerard. Colorful art, comfortable sofas, and entertaining videos of the artist. A wonderful place to visit.

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A rustic gallery shop showcasing functional and sculptural work from over 20 local potters. Our artists’ diverse styles ad affordable prices set them apart.

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Satisfy the soul with handcrafted objects that give meaning to the phrase Art for Living. New Morning Gallery is a fine crafts destination that showcases a collection of decorative and functional crafts, all handmade by American artisans. The recent 6,000 square-foot addition is divided into a dozen distinctive showrooms and vignettes for every room of the house. You'll find a stunning furniture collection, featuring the largest selection of Sticks in the Southeast...bedroom suites, dining tables, living room furniture and charming accent pieces and accessories. Custom orders welcome. Parking on site.

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Museum presents a historical overview of Biltmore Industries, from its origin as a craft education program in 1901, through its transformation into an industry that gained worldwide recognition for its hand-loomed fabrics.

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This unique arts complex offers exceptional space for meetings and special events. Whether you prefer the ambiance of the main gallery, the more rustic setting of the "green door" gallery or the privacy of the third floor, On Broadway can accommodate your needs and budget.

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Unspoiled family fun! Enjoy free local music Wednesday through Sunday,art and craft demos, butterfly and herb garden tours, storytelling, hayrides, apples in season, fudge, and other goodies.

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This well-established gallery features an impressive collection of fine arts and fine crafts. Enjoy the creations of more than 350 largely regional artisans displayed in a welcoming atmosphere

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The Southern Highland Craft Guild works to instill and maintain excellence in the design and workmanship of crafts taught, produced and marketed in the southern Appalachian region. Headquarters are located at the Folk Art Center which also houses three galleries, Allanstand Craft Shop and a bookstore.

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Stuart Nye has made quality jewelry by hand using nature's designs in sterling silver, copper and brass since 1933. Watch the craftsmen at work and see samples of the jewelry, which is for sale next door at Craft Guilds.

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Exquisite jewelry and award-winning designs, conservatively priced to insure our customer's maximum value. Be sure to visit our showcase gallery directly across from the Asheville Community Theatre.

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Come experience the daydreams and memories evoked by Thomas Kinkade through his art. Walk down country lanes and stroll through quaint villages. A visit to the Kinkade Gallery is a perfect compliment to a trip.

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Exhibiting the art of master sculptor and painter Vadim Bora, reflecting standards found in classical and contemporary European techniques and traditions, and showcasing the work of professional international artists.

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Featuring handcrafted art glass, ceramics, quilts, jewelry, porcelains, creative woodcrafts, handmade dolls and art for the garden. The fine art gallery features watercolors, silkscreens, etchings, and more.

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Bringing you works of fine art and craft guaranteed to inspire - handmade by members of the Warren Wilson College community.

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Visit the studios and gallery of Peggy and Mike Taylor, local landscape painter and woodworker. Asheville's largest collection of local landscape paintings; we specialize in painting the WNC landscape.

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Woolworth Walk exhibits the works of over 160 artists in Asheville's largest local artist gallery with an eclectic mix of all mediums - glass, pottery, painting, fiber and of course, jewelry.

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