The metalwork art here is some of my favorite, like ever. It literally makes me think I need to…read moremove into my own house just so I have the opportunity to buy and display it. The artist, one of them at least, was here when we visited. He was a nice guy and made me feel even better about buying stuff I already wanted. The stand out things though are the buttons. If you go, you'll definitely see the buttons. I've purchased some every time I've been to Thomas, for me and for others. Some are simply cute, but others are quite clever or something a literary person would adore. Think plays on famous book titles ("Still Life with Life"), misattributed philosophical quotes ("The unexamined life is not worth living" - Plato), and general statement buttons (I *heart* polar bears). Definitely recommend going here, especially if you're in town for a show at The Purple Fiddle.

The Thomas/Davis area is loaded with art of all kinds. But the White Room is where we spent the…read moremost time browsing. They feature some street art, which is a personal favorite. They also feature ceramic, cloth, photography, managed photography, pins, and greeting cards. Repurposed steel wall art and mobiles. It's great to browse here!

This is a great small collection of art from some local artists. It's a little higher end than the…read moretypical wall art offerings. Especially noticeable are the lamps made from driftwood and antler. The pieces are very modern, beautifully finished and would be at home in the woods or in a city loft. There is everything from soap to earrings to the ever present wildlife photographs of the well loved area. Cannot get the lamps of my mind. Hmmm. Only 3 hours from Pittsburgh... maybe out of my mind and into my living room.

This great art co-op is located in downtown Davis. My GPS was about 2 blocks off of where the shop…read morewas actually located. If that happens to you, don't worry go a little bit further and it is located on a corner. There were many different mediums available: pottery, stain glass, photos, paintings, Leatherworks, jewelry and soaps to name a few. There is something for everyone. Plan to spend some time here as nothing moves quickly (as long as you plan for that you will be fine). I strongly recommend this store for anyone else looking for a unique gift.

Very easy to find…read more... Not possible to get lost in Thomas. Very interesting art and art shop - well worth a visit, and we display in our home several treasures.

This place is one of my favorite things about Thomas…read more Also, one of the kindest and sweetest employees I've ever met works or did work here. I am not sure if she still does since I haven't been in for a while, but if you still do, Hello :D I think I spend an hour or more in here every time I come to town looking at all of the artisans wonderful work. They have so many cool things to admire and buy here, truly! I look forward to stopping in soon :)

Owner and his spouse was readily available. Greeted when I arrived, both present were kind and…read moreprofessional. We paid for two photos and took several until we felt they met expectations. Will be back a few months later with a larger party. Would recommend to whom is in the area and is seeking photographs.

Dave is a professional. He is kind and courteous and genuinely cares about his clients' needs. He…read moretakes the time to understand what you are looking for and how he can help. His eye for the art really comes through his pictures

Such a cute place with a nice small town vibe. Close to smoke hole taverns and very reasonably…read morepriced!

From the owner: The best place to stop for that special gift for that special person- WV made food products,…read morecrafts, home decor and soooo much more! The official Visitor's Information Center- stop here first and we'll get you on your way!

Ah, the illustrious Purple Fiddle, the crown jewel of Thomas WV. Been here many times over the…read moreyears. This place perfectly personifies the spirit of Thomas, WV, and maybe even a little bit of Davis mixed in there too. The building is historic with tons of character, located right at the end of the loop as if you can't exit town without paying homage. The inside has soooo much character and is decorated perfectly in a mad hatter style. We often stop here for ice cream during our wanderings of Wild Wonderful West Virginia but have been known to get food from time to time as well. I would say that everything is honestly priced. They aren't trying to get rich and they aren't trying to rip off the community, just serve it and make a living and keep the doors open. The food is on the cheaper side and the quality matches. I don't think they're after any Michelin stars but more interested in just feeding the people. Service is on par with the attitude of the building and blended well. Just enough at just the right time. You might have to swap a few chairs from one table to the next to find the right combination for your party as I think all of the chairs in there are different. They also serve the community by hosting music, up to 300 events per year according to their website. That's one of the only times I skipped the fiddle when I was passing through was when they had a band with a cover and we just wanted food. We wanted to sit down and eat but were told we had to pay if we stayed but could take the food to go or outside without the entrance fee. I think we just went over to Picnic instead which is also a great local spot! See you next summer fiddle!

Purple Fiddle, Thomas, WV, Thurs, Dec 19. My husband and I were traveling through Davis/Thomas, WV…read moreon a Thursday afternoon in mid-December. It was rather off-season for both of these touristy towns, late for the summer's hikers in Blackwater Falls and other natural attractions and early for the winter skiers in Canaan Valley. Our daughter and SIL, who live in West Virginia, recommended Purple Fiddle. They had visited in the summer, when there was live music and a lively crowd. We went in for a late lunch, reaching around 2:15 pm. Upon entering, we found that we were the only patrons, but the hostess assured us that they were open. We asked some questions about the menu, and my husband asked about their schedule of bands in the winter months. (It's very active, especially on weekends, even in winter). Another couple came in a few minutes after us. FOOD. You order at the long counter where there is a chalkboard with the daily specials, plus traditional menus. My husband ordered one of the soups of the day, Creamy Tomato Basil Soup ($7.50) and a Homemade Chicken Salad Sandwich ($11.50). I ordered their Montreal Grilled Cheese Sandwich ($9.75). My husband characterized the soup (his rating: 4/5) as very good but not outstanding for his personal taste. It was served with a bag of oyster crackers. He would've preferred the soup to be thicker/more cream-based and to have more basil. His chicken salad sandwich (3.5/5), served on swirled marble rye bread, with tomato and lettuce, was also tasty -- but the bread overwhelmed the amount of chicken salad, and the rye bread fell apart along the swirls. It was served with ruffled potato chips and a pickle spear. My toasted Montreal Grilled Cheese (3/5) was also constructed on marble rye, and featured three cheeses (provolone, cheddar, and whipped cream cheese), tomato slices, and some onion. It was also served with ruffled potato chips and a pickle spear. My main issue with my sandwich was it was toasted 2-3 shades darker than I would've preferred, verging on being burnt. We also split a dessert, the Turtle Cheesecake ($8). (4.5/5). The cheesecake featured chocolate, caramel, and some crunchies on top. The taste and texture were excellent but the slice was small for the $8 price point. The presentation also could've been better. It looked like it came directly out of the cooling case, still wrapped with Saran Wrap and a toothpick. My husband also got a coffee ($2.25, 5/5), which was full-bodied, rich, hot, and had free refills. Overall, we rank the food as a 4/5. In all cases, it tasted fresh. It was also a good value. Our food totaled $41.58 (including $2.58 tax, but before tip). The menu is relatively small, and most of it features cold items (sandwiches, wraps, hummus plates, etc.); this is probably appropriate for a music venue. We also note that they offer a good selection of beers, which we did not want in the afternoon and while still having a lot of driving ahead of us. AMBIANCE. (4.5/5). Overall, we liked the vibe of the restaurant. There's a stage for music performers, tables for diners/patrons, a station with hard ice creams to be scooped, memorabilia to be purchased. We suspect that it will get lively and crowded when bands are performing. We'll have to come back to check it out. SERVICE. (4/5). The waitress took our order at the counter, delivered it to our table, and later cleared the table. She was efficient, but neither friendly nor unfriendly. She did talk a bit more with the other couple who seemed to be locals. We would return to this restaurant.

Beautiful artist with an array of delights to pick through. She's a very inspirational individualread more

I travel and hike a lot and always love stumbling into little shops. This by far has blown every…read moreother place I've been too out of the water. The owner (I think her name was Delia) greeted us as soon as we got in. Her and her family have paintings and they are beautiful. She followed us around talked with us and was so friendly. There is art work, books, and even little figurines. It was so cute and beautiful. The prices were reasonable. I definitely recommend.

One of the best bike shops I've ever been in. Living in Colorado for over 25 years I've come to…read moreappreciate small town shops. There is something special here.... Do yourself a favor and come in and check it out!!

Learned a valuable lesson on our trip to this area. Be sure to call ahead to ask about reserving a…read morebike rental on a holiday. First time that I have been anywhere that partially depends upon tourism that they are closed to go riding instead. I am hopeful that we will have a much improved experience next time.

What an adorable little store! Loved all of the different artists featured in here, definitely…read moresomething for every vibe and the prices are reasonable. My favorite part is that they also sell frames in the back so you can go home with a frame for your art rather than meaning to get to it for months and having the print sit neglected in your house waiting for you to get it together. (Wait, is that just me?)

This place is awesome. Great art by real people; something for everyone. Lots of things to look at,…read morestickers, books, prints, sweatshirts and tees. It's lovely to have a shop dedicated to local artists! Check it out, along with the rest of the great shops on this street, when you are through town.