Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community

Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community The largest group of independent artisans in the USA along an historic 8-mile loop in Gatlinburg, TN The largest group of independent artisans in North America.

This historic 8-mile loop in Gatlinburg, TN, has been designated a Tennessee Heritage Arts & Crafts Trail. Established in 1937, these artisans whittle, paint, sew, cast, weave and carve to create original collectibles such as candles, baskets, quilts, brooms, pottery, jewelry, dolls, ceramics, scrimshaw, silver smithing, leather, stained glass, wearable fashions, fine photography, frameable art, o

ils and watercolors, also lodging, restaurants, cafés, tea room, soda fountain and candy shops. And much more!

09/05/2026

Plan a Gatlinburg weekend! Visit the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community. It's an 8-mile loop of with lots of fun shops, artists, crafters ... a relaxing day at your own pace with free on-site parking!

Joe Compton Woodworking
Foxcreek Baskets & Woodworking
Terri Waters Gallery
Ogle Broom Shop - 670 Glades Rd

09/04/2026

I found Daffodil Designs (170 Glades Rd Suite 1) while driving the 8-mile Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Loop in Gatlinburg. The shop offers handcrafted pottery & gifts, a gallery of local artists, and pottery classes for travelers and locals! See daffodil-designs.com for class info. Another fun discovery with free on-site parking in the Arts & Crafts Community!

CRAFT SHOW VENDORS only 3 BOOTHS LEFT for the Thanksgiving Craft Show❤️Usually a full show with returning vendors. How...
08/29/2026

CRAFT SHOW VENDORS only 3 BOOTHS LEFT
for the Thanksgiving Craft Show❤️

Usually a full show with returning vendors. However, with 87 booths, sometimes cancelations due to unforseen circumstances happen. So there are now 3 spots up for grabs.

This may be your chance to get in. Go ahead and apply with the link below and we will see if we can fit you in.

https://form.jotform.com/261333519480153

Long standing show with a track record for high foot traffic the week of Thanksgiving. Tourists flock to Downtown Gatlinburg Tennessee for Black Friday shopping.

November 24th–29th
10 AM–5 PM Daily

Gatlinburg Convention Center
234 Airport Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Set up is Nov 23rd

We are working on getting everyone a Discount Hotel Rate for those that need it.

Gatlinburg Convention Center Event Page
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/gsacc-thanksgiving-craft-show/1149/

Looking for fun things to do in Gatlinburg? Visit the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community 8-mile loop, just minutes fro...
08/28/2026

Looking for fun things to do in Gatlinburg? Visit the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community 8-mile loop, just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg (Glades Rd, Buckhorn Rd & East Parkway). Free on-site parking as you visit shops like:
Cliff Dwellers
Firefly Glass Studio
The Artsy Olive
Bloom & Berry Coffee House
see Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community for shop info.
and so many more treasures!

Dolly Parton is proof that creativity rooted in home can still reach the whole world. Growing up right here in the Smoki...
08/26/2026

Dolly Parton is proof that creativity rooted in home can still reach the whole world. Growing up right here in the Smokies, surrounded by the same handmade traditions this community keeps alive, she turned her roots into art without ever losing them. A real inspiration to makers and artisans everywhere. She will be deeply missed, and her legacy will be honored in everything this community continues to create. Dolly Parton

08/23/2026

This past Friday I discovered an amazing shop on the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community loop called Ownby's Woodcrafts (704 Glades Rd). In addition to cutting boards, chairs, stools, birdhouses, bears, toys, all made from native wood, I found amazing crafts and antiques. Since the late 1800's, the Ownby family has carried on a unique artisan tradition. Free parking and a fun day in Gatlinburg!

08/21/2026

At Gatlinburg Grind on the 8-mile Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Loop you can wake up with a hot latte, coffee, cold brew, and a pastry! Ready to visit artisan shops & unique local businesses.

08/18/2026

Exploring handmade Gatlinburg crafts and artisans on the 8-mile Great Smoky Arts and Crafts loop, I found Perfect Essentials, a local shop featuring wood items, silk flowers, embroidery items, gourmet foods, and photography by Paige-Elizabeth Morton. Don't miss this creative shop at 600 Glades Rd.
Perfect Essentials

When searching for unique things to do in Gatlinburg, TN... visit the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts loop! Just outside of ...
08/18/2026

When searching for unique things to do in Gatlinburg, TN... visit the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts loop! Just outside of downtown Gatlinburg, enjoy free parking and a relaxing pace visiting an 8-mile loop of shops, restaurants, Artisans, and local handmade crafts.
Visit shops such as:
Nelson Farms, TN
Wire Wonders
A. Jann Peitso, art
Perfect Essentials
Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community
Slide 4: Perfect Essentials .. and SO MANY MORE!

See link in bio for list and map.

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Gatlinburg, TN
37738

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