After visiting nearby Door Bluff Headlands County Park, we dropped in here on a whim as the signage…read morefor this studio was located right on the same Garrett Bay Road that leads out of the park.  And we are very glad we did, as it was a unique business and cultural Door County experience indeed.  The gravel and dirt road leading to their secluded studio is like being right back in the park, and after a little bit of roadway, their studio appears out of the woods.  Ha, perty different and interesting to say the least!   Off to the side of the studio was Diane McNeil who greeted and welcomed us.  Hidden back in his workshop was John Dietrich, the master potter at work.  We browsed around the gallery and there was a lot of colorful and artistic pottery to look at, but nothing really clicked for us buying-wise on this trip anyway.  But the best part was that after browsing, we got to chatting with this delightful and engaging and long time husband and wife team.  Their gallery is actually a converted historic 1934 vintage apple barn.   On the premises behind their gallery is their home too.  You can tell this business is their love and livelihood.  We learned yet again it's a small world.  Diane actually hails originally from Glen Ellyn, IL and still remembers now bustling Naperville as open pasture land!  John was raised in Appleton WI and trained from his college days to be a master potter, but both of his parents were actually renowned painters from Oak Park, IL!  There are other potteries in town we noticed later, and I'm sure each has their own story, but their particular story here was one that gave us a sense of connection.  Drop by to meet this welcoming couple, go off the beaten path, and see if any of their work might be what you're looking for!

Beautiful objects. Amazing colors. They had something for everyone. We found a lamp we had been…read morelooking for.

Clay Bay Pottery is a total Door County must stop for our family. We all have mugs, lamps, plates…read moreetc from here. Besides work from their owners, they also have featured Work by other artists. They will also take commissions, if you are looking for something in particular. Wonderful for gifts and always the first mugs we grab off of the shelf for team and coffee in the morning

We were here for a wedding and it is such an amazing, gorgeous spot! It's an old barn converted to…read morean art gallery with event spaces outside and inside. Just beautiful! During the reception we were able to wander through the art which was a nice experience. And I don't know how much the Gallery had to do with the food service and all that, but it everything about this wedding was absolutely seamless and absolutely on time. The food was amazing. My only quibble is that the seating was super tight for dinner. It felt like we were right on top of one another, but again, that's completely minor. The grounds are fantastic native grasses and flowers. I just can't get over how wonderful the entire experience was as a wedding guest.

We held our daughters wedding at Woodwork Gallery Sept 9, 2023. We cannot say enough positive…read moreabout this amazing place and our picture perfect experience. The farm was originally built by our daughter's great-grandparents so had a special meaning to our family and friends. Joslyn was our day of wedding planner and made the entire experience seamless from beginning to end. Matt her husband also served as one of our bartenders. They are knowledgeable and have a very calm and centered approach to organization and execution of the entire wedding experinece. We had the dinner under the tent and the dance and party in the art barn. We would highly recommend! The Hanson family.

I guess it's already been 4 years since we last visited, but it was very enjoyable to meander…read morethrough the galleries and the grounds again and enjoy the artwork. There is always something new to enjoy and it is a very relaxed, comfortable, and unhurried setting here. We almost bought some jewelry for the grand-darlings but didn't quite bite the bullet. Maybe something on another future visit.

The art at Edgewood Orchard isn't just contained to the gallery. It spills out everywhere: in the…read moregarden, in the parking lot, in the restroom. This whole space is a work of art. This is one of the neatest Midwest galleries that I've visited, and it didn't hurt that on the day that I visited, they were offering free bloody Marys and hot chocolate. Of course, I partook of the hot chocolate (with a glug of Bailey's, because it was there). How nice to have a little drink while perusing all of the art everywhere. It makes the art pop that much more. Edgewood has artwork from more than 100 artists in a wide range of media: paintings, sculpture, glass, clay, wood, jewelry. I left with a coaster for my father that had a dragonfly on it (a special symbol to our family). There is artwork in every price range here, so you can leave with a little bit of Door County artwork no matter your budget.

Of the beaten path, before you get into town, the shops off the country walk are worth a look…read more I found the Earth Art store whilst on a whim, out for a stroll along the road near The Scandinavian Lodge. All sorts of fun and interesting things are to be found here, almost hidden in the practically unmarked shops. I even found a happy little penguin, and he is even machine washable! Bon Marche Mon Ami!

Upscale art. Variety of mediums. Amazing gallery in Door County…read more Very knowledgable staff. Can't wait to visit again. 2025

Very friendly staff and very comfortable gallery to walk around…read more Lots of outdoor art starting at $50 and going into the thousands. Inside we found numerous paintings that we enjoyed and once again, they offer items in different price ranges. They had beautiful wood pieces that would look wonderful in a home. Besides being beautiful, they seemed to have been made with a quality that will last forever. I also found several artists (jewelry) that I will continue to look for and support. If I remember correctly, all of their artists were local or if not from the region around Wisconsin, they were all from the states. The 2 ladies also gave us excellent references for places to eat while we were in the area!

Skip the kitschy gift shop next door and bring home some local art instead! Lake Effect is 100%…read morevolunteer-run and showcases a variety of art from local residents. There's a wide range of items and prices, including plenty under $20 (I fell hard for the "Mommy I picked you some flowers" ceramic vases, which look perfect for displaying flowers of different heights and sizes). There are also paintings, blown glass objects, jewelry, wooden items, and beautiful cards, just to name some of the offerings. I walked in on a whim, and walked out with gifts for my mom, grandma and best friend! The volunteer was very friendly, and I didn't feel any pressure whatsoever to buy things; it would have been perfectly comfortable to stroll around the gallery and admire the art, and then carry on my way. If you're passing through the area, don't miss this spot!

From the owner: Discover unique, handcrafted one of a kind treasures at the Lake Effect Art Gallery Shop! Nestled…read moreinside the Lake Effect Community Arts Center, our gallery shop connects you directly with regional artisans and fine craftworkers. Thank you for checking us out and hope you will join us on our journey to support our local creative community.

This is one of the shops that I found before we headed to Door County and decided I wanted to…read morevisit. It's a nice shop, but I didn't find a lot that interested me. I did buy a couple of baskets. They had some really cool art in the back, but they were prints so I skipped them. The originals have been made with leaves and other botanicals to create some really interesting work, but it didn't have the same impact for me as a simple print. The shop carries a lot of home decor sorts of things like baskets, vases, bowls, candles, and that sort of thing. Also they have a wide selection of jewelry. I almost forgot about wanting to stop here until I checked the Yelp collection I made, and we didn't pass the store when wandering along Main Street because it was separated from most of the other shops to some extent, being next door to a restaurant and one other shop but removed from the bulk of the shopping area. So if you want to stop by keep your eyes peeled.

Great art! The artist is so creative and the work is so beautiful! Check it out, you'll love it!read more

Amazing art of Karsten and Ellen Topleman. A must see! Commissions accepted. One house off HWY…read more42 on Church Street in downtown Ephraim. Originals, prints, note and Holiday cards. Look for the white sign on HWY 42. W-SA 2-4:30.

Art Works Gallery is a group of local artist who have come together to offer you some beautiful and…read moreunique art to brighten your life.