While exploring the Main Street area we stopped in here mostly because of the impressive mosaic…read moretiles on the outside. Inside are many art pieces, prints, pieces of unique furniture and miscellaneous artwork. It's a decent sized store with apartments over the top of it. The prices seemed fair and there were a few small tables of local artwork as well. I ended up getting a cute glass heart. The staff was friendly as well.

Beautiful art and pottery and the owner is very helpful. There are other shops and food venues on…read morethe same street so it is easy to have a full day os shopping and lunch/dinner.

A great place to learn how to make Stained Glass objects & hangings. Also a great place to find…read moreunique gifts for your family & friends!

This was a less-than-friendly experience. Odd that they don't want any photos. That was the first…read moretime I'd heard of that at a glassworks studio. They also seemed more interested in their workshop customers. I will say that the pond with the koi fish was nice. Go down the road to the Wimberley Glassworks. They're super friendly.

I LOVE Inspired Minds!! Emily is an amazing instructor and she truly deserves all the recognition!!…read moreI took the adult pottery courses and the value was tremendous! I went from barely throwing to actually making my own pottery I can use!!

Attended the quaint community theater there for a Christmas Carol play. It was very well directed,…read moreand the actors and actresses for the theater were very well rehearsed. It was a enjoyable event, and nice to get out for a little fun! Check in for on-line pre-purchased seats was easy as well as the concession stand and facilities.

Great local art center. Free to visit…read more They offer classes and hold various exhibitions here. On top of that, they constantly exhibit art from local artists. It's not exclusive like many galleries and all it takes to participate is an annual membership (which is shockingly cheap). The staff is very friendly and eager to chat.

We stopped in here after having driven by it a few times on other trips. This is a local art center…read morewhere they have classes, they were hosting one while we walking in, art exhibitions, and art is hung upstairs and downstairs. There are stairs and an elevator. Some nice pieces were hanging up, but it doesn't take long to see everything. I might come back to see if there are any classes to join later.

If you're the type who loves stumbling across weird, hilarious, and totally unnecessary little…read moretreasures, this novelty shop is a goldmine. The place is packed wall-to-wall with quirky gag gifts, retro knickknacks, and offbeat finds you didn't even know you needed--think everything from sarcastic coffee mugs to oddball toys and prank gifts that'll have you cracking up on the spot. The vibe is playful and light, and the staff totally leans into the fun. They're happy to help you pick out something ridiculous for your friend's birthday, or just let you wander and laugh at the shelves for a while. It's one of those spots you stop into "just to look" and somehow walk out with three things you had no intention of buying--but no regrets.

They have Maileg, Candylab, Jellycat, Needoh, secret dumplings and squishy butter and so much moreread more

Eye of the Dog Art Center is worth checking out. Today was San Marcos Art Tour and Eye of the Dog…read moreArt Center was part of the tour. The art center is worth checking out. Nice drive to get to the art center.

This is the second time I have been here and both times I felt like it might just be the 8th wonder…read moreof the world. Went to the "Dirt Dauber" festival here which was a celebration of local pottery. Artists were set up everywhere, there were workshops/demos/contests, live music, pets and kiddos running around, hot dogs, and free beer (you were simply encouraged to purchase a vessel in which to pour it in). Everyone was ridiculously talented - and so friendly. The local community (san marcos I guess) is so supportive, but folks came out from all over in support. One highlight was they had the pottery wheels set up to play! SO. MUCH. FUN. (especially after beer) I totally want a wheel now, but it's easy to see it takes quite a bit of practice along with significantly more artistry than I possess. (Oh, and that scene from Ghost? Totally realistic because it's seriously erotic for some reason.) I am fortunate enough to be friends with the niece of the owners of the property (Beverley and Billy Ray rock!), and am unbelievably grateful for the opportunity to get a tour of the whole place. This includes their personal home which is a magical maze full of treasures. I have never seen so much art and sculpture and pottery and trinkets and souvenirs and momentos...the list goes on. It's a feast for the eyes. Everywhere you look there is something to explore. The house is divided up by season as well; for example, there is a "summer room" downstairs that has A/C, or the "Spring room" which has a handmade wooden murphy bed platform ON THE BALCONY that pulls down to sleep on. There is a fishtank for a wall by the tub indoors, or one could use the outdoor shower they crafted. They even have their own giant bar attached to the home. Walking around there is surreal; it makes you want an entirely different life. We also got to see a couple studios in which the owners (and visiting artists) work. So friggin cool. They do all sorts of workshops and also host celebrations/festivals/exhibitions of sorts (like the one I went to, or a salsa competition (the kind you eat ;). I encourage you to find any reason you can to get out there. The whole experience felt hippy dippy trippy to the max; by that I mean it didn't reek of patchouli or pot, but rather of a better place and time gone past where everyone was encouraged to be whoeverthefuck they want to be and express that however they wish (in dress, through art, or the way they live, who they love, and so on) and all were accepted, and appreciated. Good music, drank, and people all mashed up. Love.

There are places you visit... and then there are places that feel like they've been quietly waiting…read morefor you to find them. Solidago is the latter. The moment you walk in, you can feel it--this isn't just a shop, it's a living, breathing creation. Every shelf, every scent, every thoughtfully placed detail feels intentional and curated with a level of care that's honestly rare to come by these days. If you're drawn to apothecary, the esoteric, the intellectual, the beautifully strange--this place is a dream. Not in a trendy, surface-level way... but in a deep, rooted, soul-nourishing kind of way. And Wade... You can tell this space is a labor of love. Wade hasn't just built a store--he's created an experience. One that honors knowledge, craft, and curiosity. There's a quiet brilliance to it. Nothing feels rushed or mass-produced. It feels studied. Respected. Lived in. You don't just browse here--you linger. You explore. You ask questions. You notice things you didn't expect to notice. It invites you to slow down, to connect, to be present in a way most retail spaces simply don't. It's rare to find a place that feels both intellectually stimulating and energetically grounding at the same time--but somehow, this one does exactly that. San Marcos is lucky to have it. Truly. If you appreciate intention, depth, and beauty in all its forms... go. Take your time. Let yourself get lost in it. Some places you shop at. This one, you experience.

Such a cool shop. Loved the atmosphere and the kind staff. Would absolutely recommend this if…read moreyou're looking for a whimsy apothecary/ book store. Look out for this candle! Smells so good!

I am SO glad I found this place! If you live within a couple hours drive, ITS WORTH THE DRIVE…read more The ladies in this shop as well as Delacey (sorry for the spelling if incorrect) in the tea and coffee shop in the front of the building are a wealth of information and very nice. The apothecary is packed neatly in the back with every herb I was looking for and so much more. I will definitely be a lifelong customer!