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GALLERIES ALPINE
2014 Mercado Mural painted by STYLLE READ, JULIANA JOHNSON AND VOLUNTEERS, PHOTO BY MICHAEL HOWARD
9 / GALERIA SIBLEY 103 West Holland Ave. / sibley1@me.com Open by appt. and available for special events. 10 / GALLERY ON THE SQUARE 115 W. Holland / 432.837.9422 / bbacgallery.com Gallery on the Square represents a collection of fine art by local and regional Big Bend artists. 11 / GET REAL ART FACTORY 432.837.1740 / getrealartfactory@gmail.com Working studio and gallery, by appointment. All works by Paul Sundown, Santa Fe, NM born artist. Types of work include: abstract, figurative, tonal paintings; also works in wood, folk art, bright colors, Southwest flavor. Formerly carved furniture at Southwest Spanish Craftsmen. 12 / JUDY'S BREAD AND BREAKFAST CAFE & GALLERY 113 W. Holland Ave. / 432.837.9424 Judy Anderson, owner. The Bread and Breakfast has been a favorite gathering place for local residents and visitors to socialize and enjoy fresh baked goods, breakfast or lunch. The gallery features local and regional artists. Showings change monthly and include special events presentations. 7am-2pm Mon-Sat, 8am12pm Sun. Closed Tuesday. 13 / KING JEWELERS 607 East Avenue E / 432.837.7205 Alan has been in business since 1979 and is selling fine jewelry in the heart of the Big Bend. Gold, silver, pearls, diamonds, and semi-precious stones are our specialty. We provide custom designs for pieces unique to your taste. 14 / KIOWA GALLERY "ART OF THE BIG BEND" 105 E. Holland / 432.837.3067 / kiowagallery.com Art gallery and custom frame shop, selling art and building frames for the Big Bend region for over 20 years. A premier art stop, with unique desert-inspired original art of all mediums. Don't miss the Stylle Read Mural, "Big Brewster," and the new "Mexican Calendar Art." Texas Oro, LIZ SIBLEY
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15 / LA AZTECA 109 W. Holland Ave. / 432.837.1882 This elegant shop resembles those found in San Miguel de Allende, Sante Fe, and other colonial cities. La Azteca offers originals in contemporary and vintage sterling silver jewelry, antique silver objects, other small antiques, fine arts and crafts. Artists David Busey and Susana Sandoval-Busey design and create custom gold and silver jewelry. 16 / MUSEUM OF THE BIG BEND AT SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY Miriam and Emmett McCoy Building; SRSU / 432.837.8730 / www.sulross.edu/~museum/ In the original historic native rock museum are featured newly installed cultural, geologic and historic exhibits unique to the Big Bend region. A signature annual event is the Trappings of Texas exhibit featuring cowboy art, gear and artifacts. The museum is a treasure of the region, a key stop on any tour and an excellent way to start a visit to the region. 17 / OCOTILLO ENTERPRISES - BOOKS, BEADS AND ROCKS (SINCE 1986) 205 North 5th Street / 432.837.5353 / Open 12-6 Tue - Sat A delicious selection of fine art and craft books, tools, supplies and ornamental elements is offered to the creative artist and artisan, including beads of all kinds, jewelry wire, cabochons, mineral specimens, and sculpting stone. Regional paintings and other artworks and personal adornments by owner and teacher, Judith Brueske, are displayed throughout the store (with additional representation at Galley On The Square). Instruction in wire wrapping and bead embroidery is available by arrangement. 18 / REATA RESTAURANT 203 North 5th St. / 432.837.9232 / www.reata.net Reata features paintings and murals by Stylle Read on the north and south side of the restaurant. Western artifacts and private collection for viewing pleasure. Additional art shown by local artists. 19 / SADDLE CLUB 211 E. Holland Ave. / 432.837.9770 / saddleclubalpine@gmail.com Next door to the historic Granada Theater, The Saddle Club is Alpine's newest full service saloon offering a changing tapas menu and affording "Good Times for Grownups!" Featured art is by notable west Texas artists and artisans. 20 / SMITH & WIFE, AND LAST FRONTIER MUSEUM 2310 W. Hwy 90 / 432.837.2451 Gems and handmade jewelry are the focus of Smith & Wife. Many Native American artists are represented, along with silversmiths from around the world. The Last Frontier Museum features rocks and gems of the Big Bend Region, including the amazing agates for which the area is known. You can even schedule a private field trip to find your own treasures! Open 9am to 9pm every day.