About `round the mountain southwest virginia's artisan network
Round the Mountain Southwest Virginia's Artisan Network: Celebrating the Rich Cultural Heritage of Southwest Virginia
Round the Mountain Southwest Virginia's Artisan Network is a non-profit organization that aims to promote and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Southwest Virginia. The organization was founded in 2004 with a mission to support local artisans, promote their work, and create opportunities for them to showcase their skills and talents.
The home of Round the Mountain artisan network for the Southwest Virginia region is located in Abingdon, VA. This beautiful town is nestled in the heart of Appalachia and has been recognized as one of America's top small towns. Abingdon is known for its vibrant arts scene, historic architecture, outdoor recreation opportunities, and friendly community.
Round the Mountain artisan network brings together over 200 artists from across Southwest Virginia who specialize in various traditional crafts such as pottery, weaving, woodworking, metalworking, jewelry making, basketry and more. These artisans are carefully selected based on their skill level and commitment to preserving traditional techniques.
The organization provides a platform for these artisans to showcase their work through various events such as craft shows, exhibitions at galleries/museums/festivals/fairs/markets/retail stores/restaurants/hotels/breweries/wineries/cideries/distilleries/visitor centers/parks/trails/historic sites/etc., workshops/classes/demonstrations/tours/speaking engagements/publications/social media campaigns/etc., online sales through its website (www.roundthemountain.org), wholesale program (for retailers), custom orders (for individuals/businesses/government agencies/non-profits), etc.
Round the Mountain artisan network also offers business development services such as marketing assistance (branding/advertising/public relations/collaboration/networking/etc.), product development guidance (design/quality control/pricing/packaging/shipping/etc.), financial management advice (budgeting/accounting/taxation/grant writing/etc.), legal support (copyright/trademark/patent/licensing/etc.), and more.
The organization is committed to preserving the cultural heritage of Southwest Virginia by promoting traditional crafts and supporting local artisans. It also aims to educate the public about the importance of these crafts in shaping the region's identity and economy. Through its various programs, Round the Mountain artisan network has become a vital part of Southwest Virginia's cultural landscape.
In addition to promoting traditional crafts, Round the Mountain artisan network also supports sustainable tourism in Southwest Virginia. The organization works closely with local businesses, government agencies, non-profits, and other stakeholders to create a vibrant tourism industry that showcases the region's natural beauty, history, culture, and hospitality.
Round the Mountain artisan network has received numerous awards for its work in promoting traditional crafts and sustainable tourism. The organization has been recognized by organizations such as Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC), Blue Ridge Institute & Museum (BRIM), etc.
If you are interested in learning more about Round the Mountain artisan network or supporting its mission through donations/volunteering/partnerships/etc., please visit its website at www.roundthemountain.org or contact its staff at info@roundthemountain.org. You can also follow Round the Mountain on social media platforms such as Facebook/Instagram/Twitter/Pinterest/YouTube/etc.