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.

I met Richard Samuel, owner of RichesArt (artist, curator, and creative leader) for the first time…read moreat an Art contest on yesterday. He said the gallery's name is a play off his name with an art emphasis. Rich shared that his gallery was the only African American art gallery in Austin, thus I was intrigued. Since we finished the Art contest judging sooner than anticipated, I popped by his art gallery also located in East Austin. RichesArt is mind blowing! The gallery feels like a full-on creative space. This is not your typical art gallery vibe with stark white walls where you cannot touch anything. This place is beaming with bright, bold colors that scream...this is art!!! The walls exude color, texture, life! There is a strong graffiti influence, mixed media, and pieces unapologetically authentic. The art gallery also serves as community hub. They host poetry slams, live jazz, a figure drawing class, art classes, and comedy shows. According to Rich, it's a creative playground for grown folks. While it was free to enter the art gallery, some of their events have an associated cost. The gallery environment is incredibly welcoming. A few folks were waiting to start a graffiti class. It appears folks come to RichesArt to connect and create. According to Rich, inclusivity is intentional and the gallery was built to reflect and celebrate culture.

Here's a refined and slightly expanded version that keeps your tone genuine while adding clarity,…read moreflow, and a bit more texture--perfect for Yelp: RichesArt Gallery is an absolute must-see for anyone visiting or living in Austin. The gallery showcases work from a truly diverse group of artists, each bringing a distinct and thoughtful approach to expression. There's a real sense of creativity and intention behind the curation. You don't feel like you're just walking through another generic art space. The owner is an exceptionally talented and kind young man, and that energy clearly sets the tone for the entire gallery. From the moment you walk in, you feel a warmth and openness that makes you want to slow down, look closely, and actually experience the art rather than rush through it. Beyond the main gallery space, there are outdoor installations that add another layer of interest, as well as a vintage boutique tucked away in the back that's well worth exploring. It feels like a place that's constantly evolving, with new details and updates that would make repeat visits rewarding. This is definitely the kind of spot I'd return to regularly just to see what's new. Unfortunately, I live in another state but for those of you in Texas, take full advantage of having a place like this nearby. It's absolutely worth the trip.

Beautiful place for a roadside pit stop. I visited on mid day Saturday. Nice landscaping and well…read moreoutfitted plant nursery. There's also a Tex-mex restaurant there and a host of other small businesses. Clean restrooms. Lots of outdoor seating. Looks like there is even a place for an outdoor concert venue if they host an event.

Community Gardens is an ever changing place lol there was a sports bar in there that we enjoyed but…read moreit is no longer there. We enjoy the Christmas market that they have every year. There's also a place there that sells plants and outdoor gardening needs, but they seemed a little pricey to me. I've never gone there to listen to any live music but would love to hear what that is like. It seems like one of those places that you're not exactly sure what it is!

Actually the truth is "I Hate this Gallery" LOL every time I go in here I spend money that I do not…read morehave to spend. They carry amazing art, photography, clothing and jewelry. The artists that she brings in are mostly artists from Texas and can we talk about variety. I like what people would call abstract or "weird" art and she has a wonderful selection for me to pick from. My hubby like the more traditional landscape scenes and she has plenty of that too and all things in between. If I had a house, walls and money I would pretty much empty her store. My husband and I are full-time Rver's. I recommend this gallery for everyone!

There are always so many wonderful items to choose from every time we visit Art Connections! I love…read moreall the art, jewelry and other items that we've purchased there.

Their store is filled with beautiful and unusual things but unfortunately one of their sourced…read moreitems from a seller in India does not hold up and last beyond 2.5 years despite infrequent use. My mother purchased a beautiful wooden kitchen island with a marble top and leather woven stools for her home. She came home one day to find the marble countertop side trim pieces shattered on the floor. This kitchen island is now dangerous with sharp edges exposing that the marble countertop is less than a 1/2 inch thick. The owner was unwilling to give her any accommodation or good will gesture to rectify this defective piece. I was told to sand the sharp edges to prevent injury to my mother's aged thin skin. I guess you get what you pay for as this was a reasonably priced solution for her kitchen and now it's dangerous and unsightly.

We stopped in here expecting an antique store but this is actually a store full of furniture. There…read moreare a lot of really cool things here but it was way out of our budget Still though it was nice to look at and take a few minutes to wander around.

This Goodwill is located next to Highway 71 inside a strip center of several other businesses…read more This is one of the newer, more spacious Goodwill's that have been built in recent years. As usual, about 75% of the floor space is given over to clothing with seven very short aisles given over to everything else. The back wall features, toys, books, music, pictures, and electronics. Here you will find five dressing rooms and fairly modern bathrooms.

Convenient drop off drive through. Helpful staff ready able and willing to help. Regular auctions…read morefor valuables art and collectible stuff. They have a huge selection that changes with time. Can't beat the value. Store is clean and not overcrowded with stuff. Good value for money spent.

The painted porch is such a lovely book store/ our favorite so far actually! It has that small town…read morecharm feel, but it's quirky and unique all on its own. My daughters especially love the Lego building table and the treehouse & can't forget the 2 cats inside there, Junior & Gordo ^_^ we make sure to be extra careful opening and closing the doors so they don't escape the store! We always bring our out of town guests here & it's always a hit :)

Adorable little bookshop on the Bastrop Main Street! There is literally a tree and fireplace made…read moreof books on the inside! We were visiting with a large group and strolled around here for almost an hour. I loved the different sections and high ceilings. It appears the shop may have a few cats that roam around during the weekdays and am dying to come back to say hello! A great way to support local on your next drive between Austin and Houston, or simply if in the neighborhood! The entire strip is really cute with a variety of shops, art, food, and live music.

The name ALONE is worth 5 stars…read more A funky little gallery, in a great old house just a few minutes east of downtown - a fantastic place in the thriving east Austin arts community. They've just recently reopened, and I'm not sure how often the showcases/exhibits get updated - but they had some very interesting stuff. Pop in, take a look around - check the website for special events.