Folk Arts & Crafts Capital of Kentucky

Home to the Kentucky Artisan Center and a number of working artisans throughout the city, Berea is the place to visit in Kentucky for an arts and crafts experience. From glassblowing and woodworking to jewelry making and the culinary arts, Berea has something for everyone to enjoy. Watch artisans at work and check out any of the number of shops to take a piece of the arts home with you.

Working Artisans Craft Before Your Eyes

Take the Arts with You

Experience the various stages of art production through witnessing the crafts of working artisans. Featured in this video are the following locations: Weston Glassblowing Studio & Gallery, Top Drawer Gallery, The Cabin at Old Town Artisan Gallery and Becky Brown Studio Gallery. For your own insider’s view of how the creative process comes to life, look for the “Studio Artists at Berea: Artists at Work” icons on signs as you stroll through town.

Welcome Hands-On Learners

Get to know instructors and participate in annual “Make it, Take it, Give it” holiday LearnShops, plus additional LearnShops offered throughout the year.

Artisans Working Before Your Eyes

Kentucky artists create both traditional and innovative works and are represented in the state’s many outstanding museums and galleries, including shops throughout Berea.

The Folk Arts & Crafts Capital of Kentucky

Berea offers the very best of Kentucky’s rich traditions and heritage with arts and crafts, and is home to the Kentucky Artisan Center.

Take the Arts with You

Choose a hands-on experience yourself or simply watch artisans at work, with numerous shops to find the perfect addition to your arts and crafts collection.