I've been to several exhibitions at this gallery and find it could be in any major city along with…read moreother fine, fine art galleries. In a town like Charlottesville it behooves the owner to show both regional and national talent in order to elevate the discussion about what is art and what is new. Those are not necessarily the same things. The gallery is beautiful albeit small and commands incredible views of the surrounding area. I highly reccommend this galllery to the novice and the initated both.

From the owner: Founded in 1995 by an art history Ph.D., Les Yeux du Monde is an art gallery specializing in…read morecontemporary and modern art. They rotate exhibitions every few months and have a large inventory of art in all price ranges and styles by some of the most exciting regional, national and international artists working today. Hours are Thursday - Sunday 1 - 5 but appointments are highly recommended.

Oh How I LOVED this place!…read more A collective of artists in one location that gives everyone a face. Its a fantastic way to be seen, to have your product or vision shared with the community at large and maybe see a profit. While there I found several pieces of art I wanted, and a few I purchased due to being on a traveling budget. I got a lovely necklace and a piece of hanging art speaking of love. Visit and support this place and ALL places like this, they're so damned incredible.

Amazing art shop! Definitely worth checking out. I couldn't leave Charlottesville without picking…read moreup some of Kim Myhre Clarke's weird and wonderful ceramic sculptures. Wow! Talk about something so strange that it elicits an emotional response. I absolutely love these little weird things. Amazing! Back to the shop itself - great location and very cool/eclectic vibes. It's worth the stop.

Like many others COVID19 destroyed my sense of adventure and desire to visit museums and gallery's…read more Not because I lost interest but because the pandemic forced most of us to create a new reality in our small bubble. Now that life is finally back-we can venture out and play. This gallery is warm, inviting, and full of electric energy. I visited this weekend and their two shows are: First Nation Australia Laura Josephine Snyder Second Street Gallery has introduced me to Australian art and culture, for which, I'm grateful. I'm looking forward to the next show! The museum is free and has great hours. Parking is blah, the options are free street parking (if you're lucky) garage or app. No worries though - may the parking gods be in your favor .

I love this gallery. Everyone is very friendly and sometimes it just takes 15 minutes to look at…read morewhat they have. Changes monthly. Lots of different exhibits, all very creative.

Was in Charlottesville for the day exploring and saw this great looking shop located right on the…read moredowntown pedestrian mall. Being an avid Blenko glass collector I was instantly drawn to what was in the windows and in the well lit well displayed store. But alas it was not meant to be, all the lights were on but no one was there and the door was securely locked. Also there were no hours posted anywhere. I then heard from one of the neighbors that the owner just opens the store at random times when he feels like it. If that's the case why such a prominent location and why have all the lights on? Also a OPEN or CLOSED sign would work wonders. 5 stars for a great collection of mid century modern design. 1 star for not bothering to communicate store hours or availability. Then again perhaps nothing is actually for sale.

Ha! Had the same exact experience of the prior entry. I have been by twice now to try to gain…read moreaccess to this store, and have encountered the exact same thing: lights on, no one home, no hours posted. No way to do business!

The Barn Swallow is a great place where you can find unique gifts for a friend or family member who…read morehas unique and impeccable taste (a baby boomer who owns a nice lodge in the mountains, or a horse ranch and a winery; a gen-xer who just wants to be appreciated; or a millennial who likes everything handcrafted by local artisans). I first bought some non-gmo honey. I asked how they determine if their honey is non-gmo, which is a trick question of course. The nice lady in the store said the bees can only travel within a 2 mile radius (they don't go that far or they die), then they go back to their base camp to make honey. Within that 2-4 miles, there should be no gmo plants (like gmo corn) they could come in contact with or else the honey wouldn't be non-gmo, of course. The pottery and artwork are something I would want to display in my own home. If sky is the limit, I would buy that $400 salad bowl carved from a tree stump. Also, I love those pots that look like it was inspired by Gustav Klimt, in my opinion. I also love the handcrafted jewelry. During my first visit, I thought I would be able to find their merchandise somewhere else or online, but I found myself coming back. It's a wonderful and creative shop/boutique. Almost like an art gallery, without being pretentious.

Amazing hand crafted pottery Beautiful Jewelery…read more And the best service ever Come enjoy and you will fall in love!!!

Katharine was such an awesome host!! She provided a lot of information about the animals on her…read morefarm. I loved all of it! Take the time to comb her 2 cows. Play with the baby goats as well as the full grown goats. Give her pigs a belly rub. Purchase her homemade products. Support VA made. Support local. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

The staff members were friendly and provided great service. The bartender made excellent top shelf…read moremargaritas. The food was plentiful and tasty and there were lots of celiac-safe gluten free choices. The restaurant was very comfortable. The restroom was clean. What more could you want?!

We were visiting from Texas and decided to stop here since everything else in this "mall" was…read moreclosed. Is it a Virgina thing to not turn on ac during summer or why are all restaurant always hot to the point you're passing out? Water is also served without ice and as it is it's already hot in there. Once our waitress came by she wasn't very attentive. Drinks were not great. I should've stuck with a coke or something. Food- I got the tacos al pastor. NGL for being up North I was impressed by the flavor. Unfortunately,once the tacos made it to the table it was hard to even eat them since the tortilla were all soggy. The meat shouldn't have that much juice if it's really cooked on a trompo but ‍. Then to add salsa,slaw and piña on top of that? Again the tortilla were soggy and falling apart. Would I recommend this place? No not really

I always find something I love at Consignment House. I've bought several pieces for myself,…read moreincluding an amazing 1940s transom at a great price, along with art and unique decor. It's also my go-to for gifts, since they have such a great mix of antiques and one-of-a-kind items at different price points. Geoff is wonderful, super knowledgeable, and the store has a really cool, welcoming vibe. A must-visit spot in Charlottesville.

They had great bracelet for my spouse that was made by a well known Navajo artist who's no longer…read morewith us. Something you wouldn't find just everywhere. Very fair deal and pleasant and responsive people to work with. Immediate shipping. Thanks for a nice online experience!

This is an excellent store to find your crafty products. I'm not a crafty or artistic person, so…read morethis store did not appeal to me, but I was with someone who is and they continue to return for more bags of this stuff. (I was actually trying to find an ABC location.) For an excellent and very descriptive review, please read the one posted by "Taylor R" on 2/4/2023. I hope the pictures I have posted will help explain the pricing and the hours they are open. This is a must visit for people who enjoy being crafty, scrappy, and artistic.

Okay first of all, the overall concept of this store is fantastic. It keeps crafting supplies out…read moreof the trash by reselling them. Got unused thread, fabric, yarn, craft kits, etc.? Well this is your store to take them. Want to try a new hobby but not spend a ton? Go get some material here to practice on or try your hand at. While there a few weeks ago here is what I saw through the store: glass bottles, fabric, yarn, crochet hooks, knitting needles, kids crafts, leather, paints, scrapbooking paper, crafting books, albums, and organizers. You really can find anything there. I highly recommend going there if you want to try a new hobby or take supplies to.

I am so glad I discovered ArtBlitz where I'm able to pay a monthly fee in order to store my tools,…read morepaints, etc. and venture into the realm of acrylic abstracts. This is a wonderful concept that works so very well for my busy schedule. Also, I love this tight knit community of artists that I'm slowly being introduced to. It's amazing. I highly recommend for all levels of artists. Barbara is wonderful and so supportive.

Amazing concept - working full time doesn't make renting a dedicated studio space to paint…read morepractical for me. However, as a subscribing member I have space, great light, other artists to interact with - for so much less then I'd be paying for a cramped space by myself. I love the option to rent a locker for my supplies and easels and stools are provided. I can't wait to take a class and use the encaustic space.