Best Arts and Culture Places in Sevierville

"Grab a quick lunch downtown, and then hop on the trolley for a tour of the Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts Loop!. The 8-mile Loop is the nation’s largest organization of independent artisans. Along the loop, you and your family will find Tennessee artists and craftspeople creating quilts, woven baskets, hand-dipped candles, leather vests and more!. Browse and purchase quality collectibles from authentic Tennessee artists and craftspeople."

"The Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community is a can’t-miss destination for souvenir hunters. This 8-mile loop located off of the East Parkway in Gatlinburg features numerous shops, studios, and galleries that carry locally made goods. In fact, the Arts & Crafts Community is considered the largest group of independent artisans in North America!"

"The early settlers made quilts, baskets, candles and pottery. It was a humble way of life and a matter of existence. But it soon turned out to be a wonderful way to make profit and soon the seeds of the sown."

"For something unique and cheap to do in Gatlinburg, you should visit the Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum. You might be wondering how one of the museums in Gatlinburg is based on salt and pepper shakers. The owners of this museum didn’t own a pepper mill a long time ago, and they just kept collecting over time until the husband told his wife to do something with them."

"A celebration of America’s favorite collectible can be found at The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee with over 20,000 sets of shakers in all sizes, shapes, and materials."

"For 25 years, the Knoxville Museum of Art has done its best to promote local art from the state, focusing on Southern Appalachian culture and artists from the region. With no admission cost, it’s among the free things to do in Knoxville that is a great way to occupy yourself this weekend. The Museum of Art is housed in a beautiful building made from state-mined marble, racking up a $6 million renovation bill."

"If you’re traveling on a budget and craving a dose of art culture, the Knoxville Museum of Art should be your first stop. Not only does it have free admission, but it’s also one of the best collections of works from Tennessean artists. The Cycle of Life exhibit is a big hit, with its hundred-plus feet of glass sculpture hanging above museum-goers heads."

"Strong Alley, known also as Graffiti Alley for reasons you’ll realize in a bit, is a haven for street art in Knoxville. If you love strong, unique art like that, this should be added to your list of things to see!. Located near Market Square, Strong Alley is absolutely packed with murals, tags, and other kinds of artwork that provide an avant-garde urban charm to the area."

"The area between Market Street and Gay Street was one of the more unseemly parts of Knoxville; however, it’s become the most photographed location in the city in recent years. Graffiti artists partner with local businesses to paint exquisite murals. Many are only up for a limited time, allowing more artists to have their work seen and gain recognition."

"The artistic gem of downtown, Strong Alley is filled with murals ranging from bold and colorful to weird and unique. Travel through the alley, located between Market Square and Gay Street to discover dozens of designs and backdrops. It transforms from bright and happy in the daytime to dark and mysterious at night, with equally stunning pictures."

"If you are looking for the perfect photograph to bring home that captures the magic of the Great Smoky Mountains, look no further than William Britten Photography!. The images at this gallery express the heart and soul of the Smokies throughout the different seasons of the year. Whether you want a photograph that depicts the stunning fall foliage or a winter scene of snow covered peaks, you can find it at William Britten Photography in the Morning Mist Village shopping area!"

"If you happen to find yourself downtown on a Friday, then Pioneer House (only open on Fridays) is a must-see. Knoxville print artist Julie Belcher doesn't run the only Made in Tennessee art studio in Knoxville, but she may run the only one where you can purchase a 1950s Stetson hat and a poster of a fox strumming a banjo all in the same transaction. Her Appalachian-inspired print art colors the walls and bins of Pioneer House, alongside racks of rhinestone-studded western wear and cowboy boots."

"This Gay Street eatery has been around for almost a decade, serving up authentic, Italian-style gelato that’s made fresh onsite. The Grub Spouse and I dropped in for a dinner not long after they opened back in aught-nine, when we happily licked our way through cups of chocolate-peanut butter, Almond Joy and tiramisu. We have returned in the years since to dip our tiny gelato spoons into more flavors like cappuccino crunch, lemon basil, birthday cake and orange cream."

"Have you ever wondered what the difference is between ice cream and gelato?. We have the Italians to thank for gelato. It’s creamier, smoother and silkier than ice cream and uses more milk and less cream than is used to make ice cream."

"Inside the Three Bears General Store, you’ll find everything from Amish jams and jellies to over 555 Great Smoky Mountain souvenirs. You can visit the Make-UR-Bear Factory, complete with outfits and accessories for your own stuffed animal. There’s a family-sized arcade where you can play air hockey, shoot a few hoops, and win some awesome prizes!"

"You’ll be able to browse through a variety of products, from stuffed animals to coffee mugs, to find exactly what you’re looking for. It’s a great place to go if you want the perfect Smoky Mountain souvenir. There are T-shirts, puppets, jewelry, homemade fudge and more!"

"Natural Alternatives Salon & Spa, believes in a beauty that accentuates your authentic self, both inside and out. They seek to provide balanced solutions to a busy life. Whether that starts with a massage to be more comfortable in your body, or a facial to bring vibrancy back to your skin, or even a new color and haircut."

"Atrium Pancakes is known as a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike to come for fluffy pancakes, 24 different types to be exact. If you aren’t sure what you want to try first, you can’t go wrong with the baked apple pancake. This tasty treat is stuffed with warm apples, then cooked until golden brown and served with butter and syrup."

"While all of Atrium’s hotcakes are delicious, one of its pancakes has developed a cult following: the Baked Apple Pancake. Prepared in an oven, rather than over a griddle, this mouthwatering pancake is filled with freshly sliced apples and brown sugar. The Baked Apple Pancake was even featured in Taste of Home magazine!"

"Anyone looking for a quick and satisfying meal will love Atrium Pancakes in Gatlinburg. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, Atrium is a Smoky Mountain staple with a loyal following. The star of Atrium’s menu is undisputedly the Baked Apple Pancake."