With 20 small business owners in our Gift Shoppe, the Museum is the perfect place to celebrate Small Business Saturday on November 30th, from 10 AM to 2 PM! Whether you’re hunting for unique gifts, cozy candles, or beautiful art, our local artists and artisans have something special just for you.
For the book lovers: Curl up with a great read! Discover Toby the Collector from Storycraft Studios, featuring the beloved character Toby the Grackle, or Octo on the Go by Lerin Freyou, featuring a traveling octopus adventure. For spookier tales, check out Jason Reeser’s Cities of the Dead and Jeremy Royer’s Something in the Woods. Looking for something uplifting? Grab Hannah Pettefer’s inspiring Open Hands.
Art enthusiasts: Fill your walls with character! Explore Zoey Reed’s pop culture paintings, Emily Green Design Co’s delicate watercolors, or Karen Drott McCain’s unique mixed media, drawings, and paintings. Dan Plummer captures the beauty of Southwest Louisiana through his landscape and wildlife photography, while Sue Zimmermann celebrates Louisiana’s charm with her vibrant watercolors. Eremos Fine Art brings nature to life with her colorful landscapes and animal-inspired acrylic paintings.
Cozy vibes and ceramics: Sip from handcrafted mugs by D Barbier Pottery, embrace spooky vibes with Jen Van Putten’s unique ceramics, or take home a charming wheel-thrown piece by Susan Boyd. Freshen up your home with all-natural soaps from Manipura Artisanal Soaps or the fall fragrances of Homestyle Candle Co. coconut wax candles with wood wicks. Don’t miss the handmade luxury soy candles, wax melts, and other home fragrances by Hilliard Home.
Unique accessories and keepsakes: Add fall flair with Maya Designs’ handcrafted polymer clay jewelry or TAB Typewriter Key Jewelry’s stunning creations made from real vintage typewriters. Beadwork by Jaine offers a dazzling array of intricately designed beaded accessories, while Paper Dreamer crafts mantle-worthy, one-of-a-kind greeting cards.
Wellness seekers: Treat yourself to Tea at Walden’s artisan loose teas, perfect for special moments, or find the perfect crystal from Whimsical Banana to bring a little magic into your life.
Come out on Small Business Saturday to support these amazing local artists and discover something truly unique and handmade!
