Are you looking for a beautiful and serene way to begin your summer? No need to look any further than the ninth annual Floyd Artisan Trail! To be held June 7th, 8th and 9th this year, the Artisan Trail is a free, self-guided tour that highlights twenty-nine of Floyd County’s businesses and artisanal attractions.
The tour will feature pottery studios, art galleries, organic farms, innovative restaurants, unique shops, and comfortable lodging spots. Dating back to 2011, the Artisan Trail has provided a charming way for visitors and locals to not only experience the scenic beauty of Floyd County, but to also experience the county’s diverse artisanal talent.
The Tour brings makers and customers closer together by allowing them to interact in those cherished places where artisans work and create. Visitors can talk with farmers or beekeepers, watch an artisan’s studio demonstration, or simply search for artisanal treasures. Nothing is rushed or harried. Trail sites are located throughout Floyd County. All visitors to the Artisan Trail can create a path unique to their own interests and passions by using the newly designed map available at FloydArtisanTrail.com.
Are you a connoisseur who appreciates fine beverages and spirits? You can plan your visit around stops at the winery or distillery. You can also include the area’s coffee shops and local restaurants. Do you pride yourself on finding unique and meaningful gifts for the ones you love? Be sure to visit all the painters, potters, and jewelry-makers on the Trail.
If you just want a little rest and relaxation on the weekend, however, you can simply plan a stay at one of the area’s fine hotels. You can also check in at one of the Floyd’s many inns or B&B’s then explore Trail sites at your leisure.
The Floyd Artisan Trail begins Friday, June 7th with Trail stops open from 10:00am to 5:00pm. The Tour continues Saturday, June 8th with stops open once again from 10:00am to 5:00pm. The Tour then concludes Sunday, June 9th with stops open from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. As you plan your visit to the Artisan Trail, be sure to visit FloydArtisanTrail.org for updated information on participating locations, guest artists, and activities.
Once you arrive, be sure to stop in at the Floyd Center for the Arts, or the Floyd County Visitor Center, to ask questions, or to pick up a brochure and map. Make plans to visit the 2019 Artisan Trail now! You can come for just for a day, or for all three days. No matter how long you choose to stay here in Floyd, however, you’ll have the opportunity to return home with gorgeous, hand-crafted items, fresh local produce, and great stories of your Trail experiences.
Floyd Artisan Trail • FloydArtisanTrail.com