Artisans Center of Virginia

Jewelry, Jangles & All That Jazz!

April was National Jazz Month but we're stretching it through May! What better time is there to trip the light fandango wearing hand-crafted jewelry made by one of Virginia's exceptional artisans!

We invite you to visit Lynne Goldman Studio, in Charlottesville, VA, and Yarn Explosion, in Roanoke, VA each showcasing select ACV “Juried Virginia Artisans” of the whose one-of-a-kind works represent the highest quality craft in the Commonwealth. Proud supporters of the ACV these retailers donates 10% of Virginia artisan sales to help further ACV’s mission of creating sustainable economic opportunities for Virginia artisan businesses statewide.

For other fine wearables and party items perfect for any jazzy occasion you will find distinctive gifts hand-crafted or locally grown at one of our affiliate craft venues or Artisan Trail sites.

Artisan Trail Network

New Artisan Trails Enrolling Now!

HeART and Soil Trail of the Shenandoah Valley
(Augusta County with cities of Staunton & Waynesboro)

Virginia’s Western Highlands Artisan Trail
(Counties of Alleghany, Bath, Craig & Highland)

To help you create a journey of discovery as you plan your unique Virginia adventure, we have developed the ACV Artisan Trail Network.

Explore the byways and back roads visiting craft artisan studios, agri-artisan gardens & farms, wineries & breweries, galleries & craft related venues, local businesses & eclectic shops and historical & cultural points of interest.

Enjoy the local flavor of your destinations by choosing unique dining and privately owned lodging as you wind your way from artisan studio to farm enjoying the scenic landscapes and points of interest along the way.

Highlight

On May 8, 2012, the Charlottesville Albemarle Convention & Visitors Bureau (CACVB) presented the Artisans Center of Virginia with a Tourism Achievement Award for outstanding leadership and contributions in the creation of the Monticello Artisan Trail.

Learn more about our Artisan Trails »

Studio School

ENROLL TODAY!

Considering making art your business? Take an entrepreneur course geared specificaly to artists and taught by leading business professionals and practicing artists.

Ready to take that craft urges to a new level? Explore traditional and new craft trends with ACV Juried Artisan instructors.

ACV Studio School courses are held at Blue Ridge Community College, Weyers Cave, VA and Piedmont Virginia Community College, Charlottesville, VA.

NEW STUDIO SCHOOL LOCATION! at The Artisans Center at Martinsville, a Patrick Henry Community College location. Join us for the free kick-off event & mini-seminar, Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 9:30 am - 2:00 pm.

Retail Partners

To Shop ACV is to Buy Local

ACV retailer partners and affiliates feature Virginia artisans who are widely accomplished and distinguished at creating fine craft… the best in their field!

Discover the joy of owning hand-crafted, functional pieces, heritage craft items, unique collectibles and wear-ables of the highest quality made by a Virginia craft artisan.