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WHERE EVERYTHING IS MADE IN KENTUCKY

Since first opening in 2003, the Kentucky Artisan Center has accepted over 900 unique makers into its juried artisan program. Our artisans must live and produce their work in the state of Kentucky to be eligible. Our extensive partnerships allow our retail selection to rotate constantly, which means there are guaranteed to be new items to shop every single time you visit. The products we carry include high end fine art, prints, pottery, glassware, jewelry, textiles, quilts, music, literature, children’s toys, greeting cards, candles, beauty products, Kentucky Proud food products, and MORE.

The Kentucky Artisan Center is an agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet.

 

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VISIT

Just seconds from I-75 exit 77 in Berea, KY

Free Admission • Open Daily 9am - 6pm

Retail. Restaurant. Rest area. Why choose?

The Kentucky Artisan Center celebrates Kentucky’s artisans through sales, displays, exhibits, demonstrations, performances, events, and providing information about Berea and other Kentucky destinations. Our campus is also home to a café-style restaurant, walking trail, courtyard/patio spaces, indoor lounge areas, traveler information stations, and spacious restrooms that are often referred to as “the cleanest on I-75.”

The Kentucky Artisan Center combines unique artistic heritage, hospitality, and high-quality goods in a single space. No matter the reason for stopping by, all visitors are offered an unforgettable Kentucky travel experience.

 

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DINING

Artisan Cafe & Grill

Open Daily 9am - 4pm

Whether making a stop on your travels or joining local friends for a meal, our on-site restaurant offers a wide selection of grilled-to-order regional favorites, breakfast items, our famous Burger of the Month, other rotating specials, coffee, desserts, and more. Open daily from 9am to 4pm, the Artisan Cafe & Grill is a wonderful stop for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and everything in between. Our public dining room can accommodate over 100 people at a time, and our dining overflow section adds 50 additional seats, making this an ideal stop for large families, small groups, or teambuilding lunches.

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ARTISAN APPLICATIONS

The Kentucky Artisan Center has featured works by over 1000 Kentucky artisans since first opening in 2003. We accept applications from nearly every category of creator: modern and traditional crafts, 2D, 3D, and other visual arts, music and instruments, books and other print media, beauty and self-care items, Kentucky Proud food products, and more.

To feature work in our retail or gallery settings, the first step is to fill out the appropriate application. Click below to learn more! 

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DEMONSTRATIONS & EXHIBITS

We often host artist demonstrations, allowing our guests an exclusive look into the creative and production processes of our artists. Typically held on weekends from 10am-2pm, one may expect to see painting, woodcarving, traditional bluegrass music, weaving, pottery, broom making, book signings, and much more. Aside from demonstrations, the Artisan Center also hosts rotating exhibits and showcases in our front lobby gallery space. These themed exhibits showcase the wide variety of creative talents across the state. To learn more about our upcoming events, please visit our events calendar. 

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