Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community (Arrowmont area) is located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, USA. It lies between the Great Smoky Mountains and downtown Gatlinburg, situated in the eastern part of Tennessee, and is famous for its local arts, crafts, and traditional handmade goods.
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Top Attractions Inside Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community (Arrowmont Area)
- Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts – Historic art school offering workshops, galleries, and exhibitions.
- Local Artisan Studios – Explore studios featuring pottery, woodworking, textiles, and metalwork.
- Handcrafted Shops – Boutiques selling unique, locally made crafts and souvenirs.
- Gallery Exhibits – Rotating exhibitions showcasing regional artists and traditional crafts.
- Walking Tours – Scenic self-guided tours through the 8-mile loop of artisan studios and galleries.
- Demonstrations & Workshops – Opportunities to watch or participate in crafting demonstrations.
- Festivals & Seasonal Events – Cultural events celebrating local arts, music, and crafts throughout the year.
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community (Arrowmont area) Facts
| Official Name | Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community |
| Location | Gatlinburg / Glades area, Sevier County, Tennessee, USA |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.7406° N, 83.4605° W (approx., near central loop) :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} |
| Total Area / Extent | An 8-mile driving loop road encompassing the community of studios, shops & galleries :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} |
| Established | 1937 :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} |
| Managed / Organized By | Independent artisans & craftsmen; community collectively under the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community organization / local artisans’ network :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} |
| Region | Appalachian Smoky Mountains — Gatlinburg / Glades / Smoky Mountains region, Eastern Tennessee |
| Address / Entry Info | Glades Road / Buckhorn Road / US-321 loop, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (ET) – UTC−5 Standard / UTC−4 Daylight Saving |
| Theme / Concept | Appalachian arts & crafts heritage — handmade folk art, traditional crafts, artisan studios, galleries, cultural heritage, handmade souvenirs |
| Sections (Areas / Loop Segments) | Main 8-mile Loop Road (Glades Road, Buckhorn Road, portions of US-321 East Parkway) — scattered studios, shops, galleries, eateries, lodging, lodging / B&Bs / cabins / craft shops. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} |
| Famous Attractions / Features | 100+ artisan shops & studios — pottery, wood-carving, stained glass, leather-works, jewelry, quilts, paintings, folk art; unique handmade crafts; cafés, candy shops, tee-rooms; cultural & craft lessons / demonstrations; nearby Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts for workshops & exhibits. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} |
| Number of Artists / Craftspeople / Shops | Over 100 independent artists and craftsmen / more than 100 shops & studios. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9} |
| Visitor Info / Access | Accessible 3 miles from downtown Gatlinburg (turn at Light #3 on US-321 North) by car; parking available at shops; also reachable by Gatlinburg Trolley (seasonal). :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10} |
| Best Time to Visit | Open year-round (shops/galleries open all seasons) — pleasant for spring, summer, fall; weekends & holidays busy, weekdays more relaxed. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11} |
| Official / Reference Website | https://www.gatlinburgcrafts.com/ (official site of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community) :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12} |
Distances from Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community (Arrowmont area) to Nearby Landmarks
- Gatlinburg Space Needle – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area & Amusement Park – 3 km (1.9 mi)
- Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Gatlinburg Convention Center – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Gatlinburg Downtown Strip – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park Visitor Center – 2 km (1.2 mi)
- Clingmans Dome – 34 km (21.1 mi)
- Chimney Tops Trailhead – 18 km (11.2 mi)
- Laurel Falls Trail – 13 km (8.1 mi)
- Newfound Gap – 28 km (17.4 mi)
- Cades Cove – 36 km (22.4 mi)
- Elkmont Historic District – 17 km (10.6 mi)
- Mount Le Conte Trailhead – 12 km (7.5 mi)
- Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail – 3 km (1.9 mi)
- Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts – 0 km (0 mi)
- Gatlinburg SkyLift Park – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Ogle Cabin – 35 km (21.7 mi)
- Greenbrier Entrance to GSMNP – 13 km (8.1 mi)
- Appalachian Trail Access (Newfound Gap) – 28 km (17.4 mi)
- Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster – 1 km (0.6 mi)
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