This gallery has a great collection of art from artists worldwide. Whatever your passion for art,…read moreyou will find one of the best selections and styles in the southeast! The owners are delightful and the Whiteside family has been in this lush mountainous region in NC for centuries. They are to be commended for their restoration of this church transforméd into a delightful gallery.

Being a Los Angeles native, when I think of art galleries, I think of stuffy, pseudo-intellectual,…read moresterile uncomfortable places where a snobby art dealer looks down their nose at you and manages to twist the phrase, "Can I help you?" into meaning, "Leave, if you aren't going to buy anything." Thankfully, Mountain Song Gallery is nothing like that stereotype. It's a modest, narrow gallery, but it's warm and inviting. The paintings are emotional and the best way to describe it, is to compare it to comfort food - deceptively simple, cozy and reminds you of home. Not that I ever lived in the mountains, but there's an enchanting, quiet, reassuring, and bright quality to the work here. The other thing that makes this place special is how laidback and genuinely friendly the owner is. No pressure, no hovering. I was shocked at how affordable the art here is. All these years, I've bought decorative art from Bed, Bath & Beyond or Target and for almost the same price, you can buy something really unique at Mountain Song that has a true sense of story and heart. The selection here, although created by the same artist, is very diverse. I loved the Cape Town painting which has a New England, seaside feel to it. Just a few feet away from that were paintings of a country house. If you're on Main St., this is definitely worth the visit. Sit back in one of their unusual rocking chairs, take a breather and enjoy the surroundings.

I was in a major time crunch to get a photograph put on canvas for a going away gift the next day…read more Both Dane and Tom were very helpful and accommodating in getting it done for me in such a short amount of time. The picture looks amazing! Thank you both so much for your help in making this happen so quickly!!

Last year, I stopped here and fell in love with two different bronze bird pieces. I snapped a photo…read moreand never forgot them. We are back up in Highlands, for a month and I was thrilled to learn they were still here. I reached out to Corey and he put them on hold,until we were able to stop by. We ended up buying them and are looking forward to bringing them home with us!

A must see and visit!! We drove by and were drawn in by the…read morebeautiful sculptures in the yard. We spent a couple hours and enjoyed talking with the owner who is very knowledgeable about the inventory. We purchased several sculpture that we absolutely love! We will be back!!

Mineral and Lapidary Museum of Henderson Co: My family and…read moreI decided to embark on a weekend getaway to one of our favorite counties, Hendersonville North Carolina. Instead of hiking and enjoying outdoor activities. We decided to explore Hendersonville, a quaint little town. While walking along the streets, close to the courthouse, we stumbled upon the Mineral lapidary Museum of Henderson Co. The museum is non-profit-volunteer based, with no admission but donations are appreciative. From the outside the museum looked interesting so my family decided to go inside. I was not disappointed and can't believe there is no admission fee. The museum is located on the second floor, so you will have to go up some stairs, not sure if there was an elevator for those unable to climb the stairs. We were greeted with friendly staff members, who were eager to answer our questions. I have never been in a mineral and lapidary museum before. The museum had a wide range of minerals and artifacts, as far as I could remember there was: raw and faceted specimens, Fluorescent minerals, North Carolina minerals, diamonds (they were so pretty), geode, and fossils. My favorite fossil is the giant dinosaur. I would say the museum is an average size, not too big or small. There is enough space to walk around without feeling claustrophobic. If you are spending the day with your family or friends, I would check out the museum-all ages will enjoy it. Just to make a note of, there are limited parking spaces, since you are in the town, but you should be able to find a spot within a short walking distance. In addition, as of what I saw, there is no restroom inside the museum, but I might have missed it though. If you are in the Hendersonville area, I would recommend spending a day in the town, because there are so many things to do, shopping, museums, and cafes. Make sure to stop by the Mineral and Lapidary Museum of Henderson Co and will definitely be back with the family.

The Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County is located in Downtown Hendersonville. Admission…read moreis free but they accept donations. Paid parking is available on the street. The museum is located in the basement so stairs are required to access the museum. The museum is on the smaller side but I was quite impressed with the collection and variety. The fluorescent exhibit is near the entrance, so make sure you check that out as it is a great educational demonstration. There are gems and minerals from the area and the world. There is a gift shop as well. It is a great place to visit and explore.

What a nice experience, drove down to Saluda, took the scenic backroad 176…read moreI stopped in The Pottery to check out what Doc was up to I have seen his works for years, but had never purchased a piece He was having an opening, which featured all sorts of wonderful, whimsical animal creations, I was tempted by many, buy being a cat owner, I needed something just a bit more solid, I chose one of his bigger vessels , with a large lizard, the price was very good I had the opportunity to chat with Doc ,very relaxed, you can tell he's enjoying what he does, looks like a really happy man and I'M a happy man with my new piece of pottery

Doc Welty is lovely to talk to and his pottery pieces are unique and beautiful. What a great…read moreexperience to meet the artist...makes you want to buy more! His prices are very reasonable.

Walking around Hendersonville, we stopped into this spot because we enjoy art even though we're…read morerunning out of wall space. They seemed to offer more larger paintings and prints that wouldn't necessarily fit for us, but would make a lovely addition to someone else's home. There are a few studios in the back and sometimes you can chat with the artists. Every town needs a space like this.

A wonderful assortment of items produced largely by local artists and craftsman. I find something…read moreof interest every time I visit the store.

There aren't enough superlatives to express what a wonderful experience we had choosing and…read morepurchasing my engagement ring. Claudia spent such quality time with us and made sure we were totally comfortable with our decision. Joe prepared the appraisal and got it right out to us, and he gave us some history of their jewelry business, which was very interesting. We were pleasantly surprised at the value we received in our purchase as well! Their selection is incredible, and the pieces are so unique. When you visit, make sure and browse in the glass art gallery! Exquisite works of art, and Gary was so helpful kind and accommodating! Last but certainly not least, visit the wine shop right off of the art gallery! Wonderful Tuscan wines, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. When you visit Highlands Fine Art and Estate Jewelry, the experience is a total delight to the senses and impeccable service given by three of the nicest folks you'll ever meet!

Joe Lazow, owner is a certified gemologist with decades in the biz. The inventory is very…read moreimpressive and diverse. Prices seem reasonable plus Joe appears easy about bargaining.

Lucy Clark has created a beautiful and eclectic gallery filled with original artworks from a number…read moreof artists. She represents wonderful creators of the highest quality. Are you looking for something unique? A collector piece? This is the place to go.

The Lucy Clark Gallery and Studio is a beautifully curated gallery in the heart of downtown…read moreBrevard. The vibe of this gallery is very friendly and warm. Beautiful paintings, jewelry, baskets, pottery and scarves are available.