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shopping IN THE SMOKIES

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Whether you are shopping for a small souvenir or a living room set, unique arts and crafts or a pair of flip flops – you can find it all in Bryson City. Our town may be small but we offer a variety of stores– if we don't have it, you probably don't need it.

Many shops showcase area artisans who create one-of-a-kind musical instruments, handcrafted jewelry, hand-turned wood objects, unique baskets and pottery. You can tour artist's galleries and studios, antique stores and interesting gift shops.

Other stores feature books about hiking trails, tall tales, and Appalachian history as well as light vacation reading, cookbooks and children's stories and CDs of mountain and Celtic music.

Click on a shopping category to the right to open the doors to a special Bryson City shopping adventure.

Printable Guide to Bryson City Shopping (pdf).


Charlotte Observer picked Bryson City as a Great Town to Walk. "Here's a picture-perfect place...Main Street is impeccably groomed, a flat and easy walk - and the horizon holds breathtaking mountain views."

Bryson City Shopping Guide

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Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center

Contact: Kate Parkerson
Address:
121 Schoolhouse Rd
Robbinsville, NC 28771
Phone 828-479-3364
Phone 828-479-4384
Fax 828-479-1434
Stecoah Valley Center is home to bluegrass and mountain music concerts Saturday nights June-September, the Spring Ramp Dinner and Concert, the October Harvest Festival, an Artisans Gallery featuring a variety of local artwork/crafts, a shared use commercial kitchen facility, and many other exciting mountain culture events and programs. WIFI available.

Mountain Ford

Contact: Gary Jennings
Address:
100 Slope Street
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-6999
Ford dealership. New and used cars.

Calby's Antiques and Gifts

Contact: Frank Calhoun or Ivan Gibby
Address:
44 Everett Street
Bryson City, NC 28713
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Phone 828-538-4830
Mobile 828-736-6418
Calby's Antiques and Gifts is located in the Historic 1905 Bennett's Drug Store building on Bryson City's picturesque Everett Street. Calby's offers a unique blend on antiques, collectibles and gifts; specializing in china, silver, glassware and decorative items, as well as jewelry and small furniture. Open Monday through Saturday.

Oxford's Hardware and General Store

Contact: Randy Oxford
Address:
1942 Hwy 19A
Whittier, NC 28789
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Phone 828-497-4488
Phone 828-367-4071
Your full service hardware store complete with helpful staff just waiting to serve you. Featuring all kinds of hardware including lumber and building materials as well as RV parts. Many of our customers say "If we don't have it, you don't need it." And speaking of full service, where else can you go to get a 2x4 and a hand-dipped ice cream?

Tartan Lassie

Mailing:
PO Box 488
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-4170
Handmade fashions in the Scottish tradition by artisans of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Milestone Press, Inc.

Contact: Mary Ellen Hammond & Jim Parham
Mailing:
PO Box 158
Almond, NC 28702
Phone 828-488-6601
Fax 828-488-6601
Publishers of adventure guidebooks to the Great Smokies and surrounding mountains, including motorcycle touring, hiking, whitewater paddling, rockhounding, family adventures, road bicycling, and Jim Parham's popular "Off the Beaten Track" mountain bike guide series, all available at our on-line store.

Appalachian Mercantile

Contact: Lance Holland
Address:
158 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-2531
Fax 828-479-6960
Appalachian Mercantile, located on Everett Street in the what's happening district of Bryson City, offers a large selection of unique gourmet specialty foods, condiments and old time candies. Over sixty items are featured each day as free samples. It's like a theme park for your taste buds. We also carry an array of toys and games, pottery, wind chimes, stained glass, local interest and cook books, gifts and antique glassware. With Jazz or the Blues wafting in the background, many customers say this is the coolest shop in Bryson City. Come in and graze for a while.

Tickled Pink

Contact: Theresa White
Address:
271 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-2442
Gifts and more!

Watershed Trading Company

Address:
281 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-6006
Rustic decor for Smoky Mountain living.

Bee Global Studio Gallery

Contact: Crim Bassett
Address:
1633 Lower Stecoah Rd
Stecoah, NC 28771
Phone 828-479-8284
Welcome to Bee Global, a working candle studio offering distinctive, handcrafted beeswax creations. Since 1996, we have combined the finest natural beeswax with quality craftsmanship to produce Bee Glow lanterns, award winning beeswax ornamants and pillar candles. Tour our website,www.beeglow.com,or stop by and visit our gallery.

Village Florist

Contact: Ricardo Bello
Address:
52 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-2073
Phone 828-242-7345
Phone 828-488-8766
We're a local Bryson City florist with more than 25 years of experience specializing in courteous, professional service and the highest quality floral and gift items to be found in the region.
Open Monday thru Friday
9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-12pm

Humanite'

Contact: Erin Smith
Address:
130 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-538-4180
Humanité provides stylish women’s apparel and unique home goods-stocked with on-trend daywear, adorable party frocks, versatile work pieces, smart denim, and stylish basics. Humanité strives to take a compassionate and conscientious approach to providing high style at accessible price points. By seeking out “green” labels that utilize organic materials and eco-friendly production methods, Humanité supports companies that are conscientious of good environmental practices.

It's a Girl Thing

Contact: Matthew Kirkland
Address:
225 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-1700
We are a girls boutique specializing in clothing, footwear, accessories and gifts for little divas. Visit us in historic downtown Bryson City, adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Find us on Facebook.

The Old Mill 1886

Contact: Noel Blakely
Address:
3082 US 441 North
Franklin, NC 28734
Phone 828-497-6536
A country store with fresh ground cornmeal, jams, country hams, candles and quality gifts. The 1886 room is full of antiques, lamps, furniture and one-of-a-kind items. The 1930 gift shop offers Cherokee made baskets, arts and crafts. Collectors will find Civil War, Indian artifacts, pottery and jewelry.

Bryson General Store

Contact: Michelle Walker
Address:
115 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-8010
Bryson City General Store, located in the heart of Bryson City, on Everett Street, is one of the greatest stores around! This one-of-a-kind, upscale general store is filled with beautiful and unique gifts for everyone in the family. A few things you will see here include a gorgeous selection of home décor, glassware, women’s and men’s clothing, boots, shoes, handbags, and much more... we have Vera Bradley & Brighton! The old, log cabin atmosphere is so warm and inviting to all, you won’t be able to stay away!

The Cottage Craftsman

Contact: Paige Christie
Address:
44 Frye St
Bryson City, NC 28713
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Phone 828-488-6207
Mobile 828-736-6118
Charming cottage in Train Depot area featuring only regional handcrafted items and artisans. Baskets, pottery, wood turned pieces, art and jewelry are only a few of the many treasures you will find at The Cottage Craftsman. Gourmet NC wine and cheeses with Saturday wine tastings in season. Now offering basket making classes, call for more information.

Charleston Station

Contact: Diana Clampitt
Address:
105 Main St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-2534
Phone 828-488-4171
You are cordially invited to visit with us - browse through our rooms of pottery, baskets, old and new quilts, antiques, collectables, and much more. Restore your spirits, and relax in our front porch rockers. Located in Bryson City on the corner of Main and River Streets.

Gil's Book Sale

Contact: Gil Crouch
Address:
196 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-4457
Fax 828-488-1018
Located across from the train depot, Gil's is the perfect place to get Thomas the Tank books and gift items. You'll find books about Bryson City and the Great Smoky Mountains. Wide selection of other books and gifts.

Phantastic Phinds Consignment, LLC

Contact: Tracie Rowland Edwards & Elizabeth Brigham
Address:
1161 Main St
Bryson City, NC 28713
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Mobile 828-736-9447
Consignment of clothing, home decor and furniture

Pursenality

Contact: Matthew Kirkland
Address:
225 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-0873
Pursenality is "a unique purse and accessory boutique" located in downtown Bryson City adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. We offer several lines of purses, jewelry and specialty gifts. Find us on Facebook.

Great Smokies Fine Arts Gallery

Contact: Janene
Address:
Acquoni Road
Cherokee, NC 28719
Phone 828-497-5444
Mobile 828-736-0188
Fax 828-497-5444
Located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation, Great Smokies Fine Arts Gallery offers a stunning selection of national Native American and Western artists. From originals and limited edition prints to giclees, Great Smokies Fine Arts Gallery has it all. Shop a large selection of rustic home furnishings to complete the look. Cherokee owned and operated.

Clampitt Ace Hardware/N.C. Clampitt Hardware Co.

Contact: Monty Clampitt
Address:
Main Street
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-2782
Fax 828-488-4171
Two hardware stores. ACE is a full service store including lumber. the Old Clampitt's store was established in 1935 and not has not changed much since. From buggy whips to washboards, churns to cow bells, you'll find a lot of interesting stuff at Clampitt's.

Fred's

Address:
250 Hwy 19 South
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-0511
Everyday essentials

Pincu Pottery

Contact: Elise Delfield
Address:
80 Hwy. 28 South
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-0480
Pincu Pottery offers handmade, functional pottery that is made on the premises. Come watch the potter at work as she crafts these one of a kind items. Sign up for a class or inquire about individual instruction times - adults and children are welcome. Retail area featuring pottery tools as well.

Mud Leaf Pottery

Contact: Ron & Byrdell Sparks
Address:
908 Lower Panther Creek Rd
Almond, NC 28702
Phone 828-479-4844
A working studio and gallery. Wheel thrown pottery and hand build pottery with lace and leaf imprints, also novelty yarn necklaces with glass pendants, lucky bamboo plants, gourd birdhouses, wooden rose arrangements and more.

Elizabeth Ellison Watercolors

Contact: Elizabeth Ellison
Mailing:
PO Box 1262
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-8782
Utilizing both traditional and oriental techniques -- and sometimes employing American Indian motifs -- Ms. Ellison depicts the varied wildflowers, animals, human inhabitants, and landscapes of the Smokies region. She was recently the subject of a "Carolina Camera" CBS-TV profile syndicated to affiliated stations throughout the eastern United States, and Elizabeth Ellison Watercolors was one of the establishments selected for inclusion in Fodor's Guide to the National Parks and Seashores of the East (1994).

Native American Craft Shop

Contact: Janene
Address:
1847 Tsali Blvd
Cherokee, NC 28719
Phone 828-497-6790
Mobile 828-736-0188
Fax 828-497-4545
Located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation, Native American Craft Shop features the Southeast's largest collection of Native made crafts and art. Cherokee owned and operated.

Madison's on Main

Contact: Janene Lancaster
Address:
110 Main St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-3900
Madison’s on Main features a large selection of upscale home accents, bath and body products, candles, gourmet gifts, jewelry, baby items and specialty chocolates. Shoppers will find exclusive lines such as Archipelago bath and body products, k. hall candles, Maggie Lyon chocolates and items from 3 Marthas baby collection.

Nannies Country Store

Contact: Robert Hoyle
Address:
20 Fry St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-9890
Phone 678-252-8581
Nannies Country Store, a slice of small town life. Home and lodge decor, garden decor, Jams, Jellies, toys, T-shirts, homemade candles, crafts and novelties. Gifts for everyone. Him, her and the person who has everything.

Friends of the Library Used Book Store

Address:
32 Everett St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Bookstore shelves are stocked with used books on a wide range of topics, best sellers, books by North Carolina authors, oldies and autographed books, children’s books, puzzles, videos, DVDs and magazines. All items have been donated. The bookstore is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday – Saturday, with extended hours planned for the future. Donated materials and volunteers are always needed.

The Charles Heath Gallery

Contact: Charles Heath
Address:
7 Depot Street
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-3383
Heath Creations Studio and Gallery is the working studio and main gallery featuring the work of American Artist Charles Heath. Being a native to North Carolina, Charles has kept his focus on capturing the images and scenes that he grew up with. He uses a variety of mediums including pastel, acrylic, pen and ink, and photography.Full line custom framing also available.

Smoky Mountain Tire Inc.

Address:
770 North Main St
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-2178
We provide complete tire service for both commercial and private needs. We have the largest inventory in the area as well as nitrogen service. Smoky Mountain Tire has state of the art equipment to handle all tire sizes and repair needs.

The Artists' House Studio and Gallery

Contact: Peggy Duncan
Address:
40 Victorian Dr
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-0285
Mobile 828-788-2038
Studio and Gallery of local artist Peggy Duncan. Located on hospital hill our collection of fine art, pottery, gifts and home accessories is housed in an historic 1910 home and carriage barn. House gallery open by appointment. Our sale barn is open daily from 10am to sunset. The sale barn is chock full of great things all priced at 50% off.

Yellow Branch Pottery and Cheese

Contact: Karen Mickler
Address:
136 Yellow Branch Circle
Robbinsville, NC 28771
Phone 828-479-6710
Pottery and cheese.

Allyson Gernandt Gemstone Jewelry

Contact: Allyson Gernandt
Address:
240 N Panther Branch Rd
Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-1144
Handmade & Custom Earrings, Bracelets, Pendants, Rings.

Stuff and Such

Address:
25-29 Main St
Whittier, NC 28789
Phone 828-497-2393
Area artists and crafters, heritage and holiday exhibits, flea market.
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Bryson City - Swain County
Chamber of Commerce
& Visitor Center

210 Main Street
P.O. Box 509
Bryson City, NC 28713

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Karen Proctor Wilmot
Executive Director

800-867-9246 toll-free
828-488-3681 local
828-488-6858 fax

     


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