{"id":3930,"date":"2017-03-15T08:00:26","date_gmt":"2017-03-15T12:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=3930"},"modified":"2026-06-25T14:48:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T14:48:00","slug":"2017-great-smoky-easter-arts-and-crafts-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/attractions\/2017-great-smoky-easter-arts-and-crafts-show.htm","title":{"rendered":"2017 Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community<\/a> \u2013 a collection of talented artisans along an 8-mile historic loop in Gatlinburg \u2013 is an important part of the Great Smoky Mountains. It started in the mid-1930s when the local craftsmen decided to work from their homes \u2013 where their tools were \u2013 instead of selling along the streets downtown. Woodcarver John Cowden was one of the first, and many artists began to follow suit, opening shops and studios next to (or inside of) their homes. As word spread, more and more visitors started coming to watch the craftsmen at work and buy their unique, handmade goods.<\/p>\n

Over the past 80 years, the community has grown and become a staple on must-do lists for visitors in the Smokies. Today it\u2019s home to more than 120 artists and craftsmen in an area that has been named a Tennessee Heritage Arts & Crafts Trail. No matter what time of year you\u2019re visiting, plan to spend at least part of a day here. You can spend the afternoon driving around, walking from shop to shop, or taking a tour via the Arts & Crafts Trolley.<\/a><\/p>\n

And for a special holiday treat \u2013 and to get back to the roots of selling in downtown Gatlinburg \u2013 the talented artists from the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community put on 3 crafts shows at the Gatlinburg Convention Center each year. Admission is FREE, and gives guests the opportunity to meet the artisans, watch them creating their one-of-a-kind pieces, and buy some awesome handmade gifts and goodies.<\/p>\n

2017 Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show <\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re here for the holidays, stop by for the Thanksgiving Craft Show (November 21-26, 2017) or the Christmas Craft Show (November 27-December 3). If you\u2019re here this spring, make plans to be at the 2017 Easter Craft Show, April 12 \u2013 15<\/strong> at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, it\u2019s a great opportunity to meet new people, learn more about the history and arts of the area, and find some unique holiday gifts.<\/p>\n

At the Easter Craft Show, find some beautiful pieces to add to your home, a unique centerpiece for Easter brunch, or a piece of pottery that will become a family heirloom. Among the booths, find:<\/p>\n