In Berea you can celebrate Kentucky crafts by visiting dozens of artist’s studios, galleries, and stores. The Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky, Berea is ranked among the top art communities in the U. S. Nestled between the Bluegrass region and the foothills of the Cumberland Mountains, Berea offers visitors over 40 arts and […]
Kentucky’s rich heritage of locally made art is as old as the Appalachians―and it’s still being practiced. Think Kentucky and visions of finally honed crafts can’t be far behind. Born of necessity, Kentucky’s crafts tradition began in the hills where Appalachian families stitched quilts, wove fabric, and handcrafted furniture. With the rise of emporiums and […]
Say “Woodstock” and the legendary Summer of Love concert immediately springs to mind. It’s an often repeated joke that Woodstock is made up of people who don’t realize the concert is over, but the truth is it’s filled with all kinds of people. It was a haven for artists long before the festival that wore its name. From […]
Charming. Picturesque. Quaint. These words get thrown around a lot when talking about La Conner. La Conner is a quaint waterfront village in northwestern Washington, nestled beside the Swinomish Channel near the mouth of the Skagit River. The channel gives La Conner much of its color and atmosphere, a distinct seaside ambiance that comes from […]
Established in 1752 as a Spanish fort, Tubac is an exquisite, brightly painted town with more than 100 galleries, shops, and restaurants lining its meandering streets. A quaint haven for artists, Tubac was the first permanent European settlement in what later became Arizona. Driving south from Mission View RV Resort, our home base in southern […]
Thousands of snowbirds pass through Kentucky every year and miss out on some of the most incredible natural wonders and cultural treasures anywhere. From horse racing and Bourbon Country, to the culture of Appalachia, Civil War significance, and Abraham Lincoln, Kentucky is a state enriched with deep traditions, important history, and authentic heritage. Every mile […]