Nashville, Indiana, Shops in Spring and Summer

The shops in Nashville, Indiana, are beautiful in Spring and Summer!  Flowers are blooming, decorations are waving in the breeze, and each shop's unique items are proudly on display!

In fact, the merchandise, crafts, artwork, and antiques seem to burst from the doorways of the shops, tumbling out onto the front porches, and spilling down the steps and walkways!

Come enjoy this lovely time of year in Brown County and Nashville.  New shops are open, new products and artwork are available through galleries and studios, musicians are strumming on the corner, and ice cream and ice-cold drinks can be found throughout the town!

Visit featured artisans on our website at www.BrownCountyShops.com, too.

Brown County Arts Festival in Nashville, Indiana

The Spring Arts Festival in Brown County, Indiana, takes place on May 8 and 9. Artists booths will line the streets around the Village Green (Main Street and Jefferson Street) and the Courthouse Square (Main Street and Van Buren Street).

Artists and artisans will display their handcrafted wares: Rock Art, Metal Art, Glass Art, Wood Items, Leather Items, Jewelry, Paintings, Textiles, Pottery and Ceramics, 3D Sculptures, Mixed Media, and more!

Visit www.BrownCountyShops.com for more handcrafted items, too!

 

Redbud Trees in Brown County

Redbud trees are in full bloom, making a stunning display throughout Brown County!

Take a scenic drive through the hills this weekend, and see hundreds of redbud trees, dogwoods, and magnolia trees in bloom!

Stop in Nashville for lunch or a shopping expedition, too!

Stores, restaurants, and antique shops are bustling!

Remember to visit our website at www.BrownCountyShops.com, too!

Visitors in Brown County and Nashville

The first weekend in March saw lots of activity in downtown Nashville and throughout Brown County. The sunshine and 50-degree temperatures brought out visitors and residents, all eager to enjoy Spring-like weather in our lovely locale.

We were happy to see all the shops open, to hear music playing, and to see people enjoying ice cream cones, candies, and lunch in the local restaurants.

Here are a few pictures from our walk around Nashville this past weekend.

For any questions about Nashville shops, artists and artisans, or Brown County in general, visit our site at www.BrownCountyShops.com.

Brown County Hand-Crafted Gifts

Enjoy these wonderful, hand-crafted bowls and custom pens for yourself -- or give as gifts this holiday season!

The beautiful, turned wood bowls are handmade by a local craftsman in his shop, nestled in the hills and woods of Brown County. On the bottom of each bowl, you can see the craftsman's name, the date the bowl was made, and the type of woods used in the creation of each bowl. To see more of this artisan's bowls, visit www.BrownCountyShops.com.

Or select beautiful hand-turned pens of Wood and Corian, such as these. You can also contact the artisan to have a pen specially hand-crafted of woods or materials of your choice.

Simply go to www.BrownCountyShops.com or e-mail us at: info@BrownCountyShops.com.  Then enjoy!

Brown County Stone Carvings

Mary Ann Whitaker and Tom Thompson have been creating stone carvings in their Antique Alley shop in downtown Nashville, Indiana, for 24 years. At "Through the Looking Glass," they create some of the most unique, sought-after pieces in Brown County.

Read their Shop Profile -- and more about their stone-carved artwork, wood signs, and hand-etched glass pieces -- on our Website at www.BrownCountyShops.com.

Brown County Crafts and Artisans

Brown County, Indiana, is home to many artists, artisans, craftsmen, and craftswomen. Here, we see two beautiful, turned wood bowls, handmade by a local craftsman in his shop nestled in the hills and woods of Brown County. On the bottom of each bowl, you can see the craftsman's name, the date the bowl was made, and the type of woods used in the creation of each bowl. To see more of this artisan's bowls, visit www.BrownCountyShops.com.

Brown County Attractions around Nashville, Indiana

Although Nashville, Indiana, is well-known for its artists colony and hundreds of interesting shops, the town also offers a variety of dining facilities, unique arts and crafts, and historic buildings. Here's a few photos taken this month.

Sometimes parking can be a challenge in Nashville, so come early! Take advantage of the trolley or horse-drawn carriages to help you get around town or to return to your parked car.

While in town, try to visit the log jail -- and see the two-headed calf! Tour the Pioneer Museum, too. When open, you can see weaving demonstrations, a variety of working looms, a pioneer home and furnishings, an old-fashioned doctor's office, a blacksmith's shop, and other interesting exhibits of historic merit. Kids of all ages will enjoy this!

As always, contact us with any questions you might have regarding attractions, dining, store hours, parking, or help with finding that special item you saw! Visit www.BrownCountyShops.com or e-mail us at: info@browncountyshops.com.

Brown County State Park, Nashville, Indiana

June is a beautiful time to drive through Brown County State Park, with its cool, lush foliage and 16,000 acres of forests, lakes, hiking trails, picnic areas, camping sites, and wildlife!

We just had our family reunion in the State Park and became reacquainted with all it has to offer.

If you enter via the North Gate, you'll have the opportunity to drive through the covered bridge, which was originally built in 1838 and relocated to Brown County State Park in 1932. Lookout towers and vantage points offer spectacular views, any time of the year!

You'll find about 20 miles of hiking trails, 20 miles of biking trails, and 70 miles of horse-riding trails through the scenic, hilly countryside. Guided horse riding is also available at the Park.

The Nature Center has snake and bird exhibits, along with other special events throughout the summer. Swimming, fishing, tennis, playgrounds, and a country store provide plenty of activities and picnic supplies.

To reserve one of the many picnic shelters, cabins, or campground sites, you can contact the Brown County State Park at www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2988.htm.

For information on local Brown County shops or the Nashville shops in the quaint little town of Nashville, Indiana, visit www.BrownCountyShops.com.

Nashville Store Hours in Brown County

We hear from many people who want to know the store hours in Brown County and Nashville, Indiana.

From Spring through Fall, most stores are open daily from 10 a.m. till 6 p.m. Some shops open at 11 a.m. and close around 5 p.m. But, like most stores here, they often stay open later, when many visitors are in town.

If there's a special shop you're wanting to visit, you might call ahead to check their hours for the day you'll be in town. (If you can't locate their phone number, just e-mail us, and we'll find it for you.)

Restaurants in Nashville and Brown County usually stay open through the evening hours. Some of the restaurants serve breakfast and lunch, while others serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, such as the Artists Colony Inn and the Hobnob Corner Restaurant. Some stay open until 9 or 10 p.m., such as the Holy Cow Steakhouse & Grill and the Harvest Moon Pizzeria.

Coffee shops, such as Common Grounds, Daily Grind, and Muddy Boots, open around 8 a.m. Some of these serve pastries, espresso drinks, and teas, as well as coffee. Others serve breakfast and lunch, too. And some stay open until 8 or 9 p.m., while providing live music for your listening pleasure.

As with the stores, you might want to call your favorite restaurant, cafe, or coffee shop to check their hours. Again, if you need help finding a local number, simply e-mail us at info@browncountyshops.com. We're always happy to help!

Nashville, Indiana, Shops and Studios

The shops and studios of Nashville, Indiana, in the heart of beautiful Brown County, are once again welcoming visitors from near and far.

Storefronts are cheery, flags and ornaments are waving in the breezes, and redbuds, dogwoods, pansies, and petunias paint lovely colors throughout the charming streets.

On today's trip through Nashville, we saw displays of Brown County arts and crafts, pottery, spinning pinwheels, glassware, garden decor, antiques, leaf spirits, quilts, wind chimes, handcrafted novelties, vintage wares, paintings -- plus a log jail, an antique tractor, a horse-drawn carriage, and a mining company!

Families wearing smiles were perched on benches throughout the town, enjoying ice cream cones, sandwiches, cool drinks, and the lovely views.

Yes, Nashville is once again in full bloom! Visit our site, www.BrownCountyShops.com, and remember to e-mail us with any questions you might have. We can help locate that special item you saw in Nashville, connect you with shops and studios, or provide information on local restaurants, store hours, or parking information!

Happy browsing and shopping!