Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour happening this weekend

Be sure to head out this weekend and check out the Annual Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour happening this weekend September 13-15. This free self-guided tour showcases the private working studios of artists located within 30 miles of the historic square in downtown Mountain View.

Now in its 23rd year, the tour through the scenic Ozark Mountains showcases the many talented artists in this region. You will have the opportunity to step inside the private studios of painters, potters, weavers, jewelers, hat makers and more to see up-close and personal how and where art is created. Artists create pottery, jewelry, paintings, woodwork, furniture, baskets, hats and much more. Visit with the artists, see work in progress, and purchase locally produced arts and crafts directly from the makers on Friday and Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm and on Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

A free printed map and guide to Artists’ Studios is available online at www.offthebeatenpathstudiotour.com and at the following locations:

· Arkansas Craft Gallery, 104 E. Main Street in downtown Mountain View

·  The Arkansas Craft School, the corner of Main Street and Peabody in Mountain View

· The Mountain View Area Chamber of Commerce, 109 N. Peabody

· The Ozark Folk Center

· Calico Rock Museum and Visitors Center

· Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce, 409 Vine Street

· Batesville Area Arts Council Gallery, 226 E Main Street

· Mountain Home Baxter County Library

Visit the Off the Beaten Path Sutdio Tour website for more information on all the artists.