Made in Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg Makers

Creativity runs rampant in this mountain range. From handcrafted artwork and goods to homemade tastes and tipples, these inventions celebrate the diverse cultures and natural beauty that make Gatlinburg - and its makers - truly one-of-a-kind. Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is renowned for its vibrant artisan community and locally crafted goods. Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains, the town is home to the Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community, the largest independent artisans’ organization in the U.S as well as Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts has provided educational arts programming in the heart of Appalachia for over a century. Here, visitors can find handcrafted items such as pottery, wood carvings, blown glass, woven textiles, and jewelry. Local distilleries produce small-batch moonshine and whiskey, while area candy shops offer homemade taffy, fudge, and other sweet treats. Gatlinburg’s crafts and goods reflect the rich Appalachian culture and the creativity of its talented artisans.