When my search for a simple fascinator veil for my wedding hit a dead end, I was referred to…read moreGeraldine at Shabby Cloche/Hotpoint Emporium by my dressmaker. While most of the veils I looked at were either overpriced, too busy, or both, Geraldine was able to create a truly one-of-a-kind veil for me that was exactly what I had envisioned (simple French netting with tiny pearl combs) and perfectly complemented my dress. She went above and beyond to create the perfect veil for me, and I highly recommend her creations to anyone and everyone. Her attention to detail, kindness, and professionalism are second to none!

There's nothing more pleasant than a stroll through the lovely New England town of Bristol RI…read more They have a little bit of everything, nice restaurants, beautiful historic architecture, a harbor with walkways along the water, and quaint little shops. One of the more notable shopping spots is the very new, Hotpoint Emporium at 39 State St. It's a co-operative store run by the artisans who show there. They offer a diverse selection of quality items including framed artwork, ceramics, jewelry and apparel. It's well worth stopping in, seeing the artwork and meeting the artists.

We were strolling around the neighborhood and stumbled on this museum and show. Met by a very…read morepleasant greeter, we were asked to consider a donation which we gladly did! Bright, small, and intimate, we took a moment to enjoy the art shows. What I discovered was sketch books throughout that you are encouraged to use. I, who have no talent, even enjoyed a few moments of introspection and doodled. My wife, who is very talented, did the same! It's a worthwhile place to visit and support.

Beautiful, intimate art museum with great artists and programs. I particularly enjoyed the…read moremeditation hour they have on Friday mornings, so wonderful. Would highly recommend!

I've never bought a single piece of artwork in my life…read more Call me a boor, but I suppose I just never saw the point. But today, I am a proud owner of a small and humble piece of art. And for that, I have to thank Alexander "Sandy" Nesbitt. Nesbitt is a self-made photography entrepreneur working out of a small studio in Newport, Rhode Island. When you walk into his studio, you see the usual things you'd expect to see in a photography gallery: framed pictures hanging on the wall, canvas prints of boats in still water, collages. But as you delve deeper, it's hard to tell where the gallery ends and where the "lab" begins. He's been all over the world in his decades long photography career, but he's a Newport native and so he's transitioned into doing a lot more local work. I had the pleasure of chatting with him for a good hour and a half before I made my purchase. I really didn't think I would buy something, but at some point in the middle of our conversation, I knew I was going to walk out of there with something--I just didn't know what. In any case, he definitely made my experience worthwhile and I recommend that anyone in the Newport area pay him a visit.

We were looking to pick up something for our new apartment and came across Alexander's Blink…read moreGallery on our walk along Thames. My fiancée found a print that she loved but unfortunately they were out of it in the size she was looking for. Gigi (sp?) from the gallery told us that the owner, Alexander "Sandy" Nesbitt, was out at the Newport Folk Festival with many other pieces and that we should check back after the Festival to see if our piece was among those he took with him. We came back the next day, and a different woman (apologies for forgetting your name) kindly looked up our piece in the inventory and told us there was one left at 89 Thames Street (Sandy's main gallery). She was able to have us purchase it at Blink and have it put aside at the other studio. When we got to the studio the piece was nicely wrapped waiting for us, and we were able to have a great chat with Sandy about his art, the festival, and much more.

Came here for a fundraiser and it was a beautiful spot! The museum is stunning and you can see all…read moreof the pride that is poured into it. I'd love to go back!

An amazing gem of maritime history off the beaten path. The Herreshoff family were innovators and…read morecontributed significantly to marine design. The collection is both beautiful and historic, and the staff was fabulous in sharing the story of the business. highly recommend a visit.