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Our Visitors Center is open Mondays - Saturdays, 10am - 4pm.
The Discover Lancaster is proud to present a new short film showing in our Visitors Center Theater. A Patchwork of Neighbors, depicts the essence of Lancaster County through personal stories told by locals. We even have exclusive voice over from an Amish person! This engaging film is the perfect way to understand the patchwork that makes up our dynamic destination. The film plays on a continuous loop during normal Visitors Center hours. While you're here, pick up attractions, dining, lodging, and shopping brochures, and gather plenty of information about other properties, services, and special events. Our friendly travel consultants are a valuable service in and of themselves, offering expert advice and suggesting restaurants, finding last-minute lodging or finding those special out-of-the-way places.
In addition, see the incredible craftsmanship of an authentic, operating Grandfather Clock. This cherry and mahogany tall case clock was made around 1810 by one of Lancaster’s most prominent clockmakers, John Eberman Jr. In addition to building traditional domestic clocks, Eberman also made massive public clocks. His most impressive one kept time for a century in the façade of the Lancaster County Court house and now almost 250 years old is still ticking away in the lobby of the National Watch & Clock Museum.
We're conveniently located just off Route 30 at the Greenfield Road exit. You can also call us toll free at 1-800-PA-Dutch (1-800-723-8824) or 717-299-8901 (local).
Visitors can pick up Amish-related information in the following languages:
Bruce Garrabrandt
Garrabrandt specializes in creating what he describes as "random acts of artistic nonsense"--whimsical colored pencil drawings designed to bring a smile. All his art images featured in the Discover Lancaster gallery are signed/limited edition work.
With a personality as vibrant as her paintings, Belgium born artist Christiane David has taken art to a new level in Lancaster County. Christiane loves to go deeper into the world of color. Her ability as a colorist allows her to see color not usually perceived by the untrained eye.
Dutchland Galleries
Dutchland Galleries is located in Lancaster County in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Amish Country. Lancaster's bucolic countryside and diverse culture provide abundant inspiration for our world renowned local and regional artists. The relationship developed with artists at Dutchland Galleries over the last quarter century affords customers unprecedented acquisition opportunities found nowhere else.
A fine selection of handmade quilts, wall hangings, crafts, made by the Amish and Mennonites of the area. Each quilt is cut, marked and sewn by hand, one piece at a time, one stitch at a time, to guarantee beauty and durability.
A native of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. He was born into an Amish-Mennonite family, the youngest of six children. From an early age, his artistic ability was recognized and encouraged, in particular by his mother. He began depicting the people and landscapes of the Amish community.
Friendship Heart Gallery provides an opportunity for Heart Artists to have their pieces juried, exhibited and sold in an inclusive environment. Friendship Heart Gallery celebrates the creative voices of Individuals with Intellectual Disability and Autism through integration of artistic pieces in the greater community. Friendship Heart Gallery offers an environment where people can inspire each other and form creative partnerships throughout Lancaster City and beyond.
Exhibit entitled "HOPE" is a collection of mixed-media artwork by Lancaster artist G. Robert Wagner. The intent of the exhibit is to Evoke Thoughts. "With the events of last year still fresh in our minds I hope we can take time and reflect about what happened and what can happen in the future." - Artist, G. Robert Wagner
Take home a memory of beautiful Lancaster County with a painting by Julia Swartz. Make your home more beautiful with a painting from 30 years of award-winning works by Julia. From local Lancaster County to beautiful Ireland, Flowers, Cows, People, Chickens and much more.
The work in the gallery space represents about 20 ceramic and glass artists from the Lancaster Creative Factory. The work varies from traditional redware and salt glazed stoneware pottery to contemporary works of art in ceramics and glass. Fun face mugs, beautiful glasses, Christmas trees and paperweights, as well as other functional crocks, jugs and vases are items that can be found in the gallery space. Lancaster Creative Factory
Rachel and her family have handcrafted heirloom quilts for other shops for many years. R.S.L. Quilts has become a well sought after emblem of fine quality craftsmanship.
Log Cabin Quilt Shop opened its doors in Lancaster County in 2007 but their quilting experience began long before that. Having worked with quilts and fabric their whole lives, they can assist you in the little details of your project. Come and browse their extensive inventory of fabrics, fat quarters, charm packs, jelly rolls, patterns, pillows, quillows and a host of other quilting supplies.
It just got easier to find the best quality American-made craft. Now you can find exceptional made-by-hand crafts for home, garden and you with the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen. Nearly 1,500 works for the craft lover, with over 170 of the PGC’s member artists represented: fine jewelry, furniture, scarves & jackets, home décor, kitchen items, and more. Surround yourself with inspiration. Discover unique made in America crafts to fill your home and give as gifts.
The Quilt Shop at Miller’s features handmade quilts, quillows, wall hangings and gift items from Amish, Mennonite and other local artisans. Hundreds of handmade quilts, selected with quality in mind. High quality, handmade quilts are a thing of beauty, so it’s no wonder that so many people treasure their Lancaster County quilts.
Red Raven Art gallery is proud to represent over 40 established artists, both local and regional. Part of their mission statement includes nurturing emerging talent. They have dedicated a portion of gallery space to the display of up and coming young talent. Over the past 14 years they have introduced over 150 artists to the community, which allows them to offer a diverse array of original art and fine art prints.
Quilt and craft shop owned by the Riehl family. Featuring quilts of all sizes, wall hangings, pillows, quillows, dolls, pot holders, spice mats, bird feeders, mailboxes and all sorts of needle crafts.
Stiegel Glassworks 1976 principal mission is to preserve the heritage of Manheim Borough, founded by Henry William Stiegel, with a glass manufacturer on S Charlotte Street, about 2 blocks from our present location. They produce art glass using the traditional techniques used in 1762.
The Tumbling Cubes quilt is popular for its 3-D effect and it’s modern simplicity. Notice the carefully-placed values of each color, the expert work of local Old Order Mennonite quilter, Ada. Tumbling Cubes is hand-quilted, 100% cotton, and is meant to be used. The workmanship and quality will serve this and future generations well!
Don’s artwork is featured in the Visitors Center. He is a wood carver by trade. He carves the first bird out of wood, makes a mold, pours resin into the mold and cures it. Once ready he hand paints each one. These are limited editions. Some of Don's original artwork is in the Smithsonian.
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