A Retail Gallery and Art Learning Center
Featuring the works of Louisiana Artisans in our indoor retail gallery.
We are a non-profit and our mission statement is:
Mid-City Artisans is committed to Supporting the Arts through education and events for the art loving public and helping Louisiana Artisans be increasingly successful in their craft!
About Us
Mid-City Artisans, the vision of two artisans, George and Maria Harris, is all about promoting art, learning, encouraging people and supporting the community.
UPDATE: We are closing April 30th, 2024
How do you find the words to say goodbye?
It was certainly a labor of love, and what a joy to serve the Baton Rouge community and beyond. (Just shipped 2 sculptures to California, a traveling couple that always looks for places with local handmade art)
Until we close, some, not all, artists are discounting their work. And we will be selling most of the store fixtures. Many people who entered our space said they could feel the positive energy. We felt it too. The hope and talent and love and skill that went into every handmade product was amazing.
STORE HOURS
Mon Varies
Tues 10 AM - 6 PM
Wed 10 AM - 6 PM
Thurs 10 AM - 6 PM
Fri 10 AM - 6 PM
Sat 9 AM - 4 PM
Sun 11 AM - 4 PM
The ARTISTS- We were absolutely Blessed by working with approximately 280 Louisiana Artists during the past 3 years- some have been working at their craft for 40+ years and others were just starting out. To see how the artists grew and changed was an honor! Thanks to all that trusted us, kept us stocked, helped, demonstrated, volunteered, taught, and promoted the gallery. And special love to Matt Beshears who did it all and then some...
The STUDENTS - from 5 year olds learning the design elements to @betsyneely and her fun-loving weekly watercolor adults, our students knowledge and creativity grew and flourished!
The CUSTOMERS - our regulars would drop by to see what was new, and would come in to get special handmade items for the people they love. We were so excited when customers would bring their family that were visiting from out of town to see our gallery ❤ Then there were the travelers. Those who support local businesses and artisans wherever they go. They found us on Google, TripAdvisor, Yelp.
Whoever you are, wherever you are, if you supported our small business, you supported a Louisiana artist. And we just wanted to thank you. Sincerely.
If you want to continue to follow us, please do. We will share our artisan journey and continue to promote crazy cool artists.
Our Retail Gallery provides a great indoor shopping experience 6 days a week for just about any kind of Louisiana hand crafted or hand made items you may want, including fine art, candles, jelly, jewelry, furniture, home décor, fabric art, pottery, soap, sculptures, and more. With a ever changing number of Louisiana artisans, you never know when an artist will bring in that perfect unique piece you need. So visit frequently.
Our Art Learning Center promotes art, learning, and encouragement through:
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Classes covering a wide range of art are offered regularly. Other classes are available on request. See the All Classes page for details. Classes are offered for adults & kids. Contact us if you don't see what you want.
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Private lessons or private group art classes. Contact us if you want a special class for your business or group of family and friends.
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Supporting the local schools and homeschoolers with art teachers, guest speakers, art exhibitions, student art classes and tours. If you are a teacher, contact us for more information.
Mid-City Artisans hosts a variety of regular special events including a chance to talk with our artisans.
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Art Shows featuring either a Louisiana artist or a themed show with national artists are held throughout the year! Show Openings on the Last Thursday of each month allow you to meet some of the artists while enjoying some music and wine.
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Kids Makers Market is a quarterly event providing young artistic entrepreneurs a chance to show and sell their creations.
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Special Events are held often and may include music, acting, art talks, poetry, or other activities,
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Check the Events page to see what is happening this month.
There are various ways for you to participate in our mission. You can help support financially, by volunteering, or donating needed art supplies and equipment. See our volunteer page for more info.
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