Ocracoke Island is rich with artistic souls, and Ocracoke shopping includes art galleries that shine with their creations. Spend a day exploring Ocracoke’s art galleries, and you will not be disappointed with what you find, from paintings and ceramics to hand-carved woodworks and jewelry.
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Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
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170 Howard Street #248, Ocracoke
Walking to Village Craftsmen is almost as much fun as visiting the store. It's at the end of live-oak covered, historic Howard Street, about a block from the harbor. This gallery, run by island natives since 1970, features exquisite traditional and contemporary American-made crafts. You'll find pottery, blown glass, stained glass, wooden kitchen items, musical instruments, lamps, bells, jewelry in a variety of price ranges, hand-carved birds and much more. While you are there, you can also get information about their Ocracoke Ghost and History Tours.
Walking to Village Craftsmen is almost as much fun as visiting the store. It's at the end of live-oak covered, historic Howard Street, about a block from the harbor. This gallery, run by island natives since 1970, features exquisite traditional and contemporary American-made crafts. You'll find pottery, blown glass, stained glass, wooden kitchen items, musical instruments, lamps, bells, jewelry in a variety of price ranges,...read more
Walking to Village Craftsmen is almost as much fun as visiting the store. It's at...read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
270 Irvin Garrish Highway, Community Square, Ocracoke
With stores all along the Outer Banks, Kitty Hawk Kites is an OBX tradition for families and adventure seekers. The Kitty Hawk Kites in Ocracoke is a family-friendly destination for kids and those who are still kids at heart. Check out their impressive offerings of kites, beach games, toys, Outer Banks apparel, wind art and more. In addition to some of the best toys and games for your vacation, you’ll find a wide selection of Outer Banks gear, beach sportswear and footwear, Life is Good apparel, sunglasses and more. Look for the KHK shop in Community Square, right in the heart of the village along Silver Lake Harbor.
With stores all along the Outer Banks, Kitty Hawk Kites is an OBX tradition for families and adventure seekers. The Kitty Hawk Kites in Ocracoke is a family-friendly destination for kids and those who are still kids at heart. Check out their impressive offerings of kites, beach games, toys, Outer Banks apparel, wind art and more. In addition to some of the best toys and...read more
With stores all along the Outer Banks, Kitty Hawk Kites is an OBX tradition for...read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
170 Howard Street #248, Ocracoke
Walking to Village Craftsmen is almost as much fun as visiting the store. It's at the end of live-oak covered, historic Howard Street, about a block from the harbor. This gallery, run by island natives since 1970, features exquisite traditional and contemporary American-made crafts. You'll find pottery, blown glass, stained glass, wooden kitchen items, musical instruments, lamps, bells, jewelry in a variety of price ranges, hand-carved birds and much more. While you are there, you can also get information about their Ocracoke Ghost and History Tours.
Walking to Village Craftsmen is almost as much fun as visiting the store. It's at the end of live-oak covered, historic Howard Street, about a block from the harbor. This gallery, run by island natives since 1970, features exquisite traditional and contemporary American-made crafts. You'll find pottery, blown glass, stained glass, wooden kitchen items, musical instruments, lamps, bells, jewelry in a variety of price ranges,...read more
Walking to Village Craftsmen is almost as much fun as visiting the store. It's at...read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
Sarah Fiore's working studio showcases her vividly colored pottery. Her works are microwave, oven and dishwasher safe and include plates, bowls, mugs and dishes, all with handmade glazes. The gallery also stocks all-natural bath products, ceramic art, wooden sculpture, aromatic candles, handmade local jewelry and distinctive objets d’art. Think functional luxury.read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
Housed in a quaint, historic home on School House Road, Books to be Red is not only Ocracoke's beloved independent bookstore, but also a purveyor of gorgeous ceramics and pottery, candles, soaps and body products, home and garden accessories and whimsical items you won't find anywhere else. A well-chosen selection of book titles makes this small bookstore a literary powerhouse. You can find a great selection of fiction, nonfiction, poetry and local interest books plus cards, journals and art supplies. There is also a special collection of books and educational toys just for children. Plan to linger.
Housed in a quaint, historic home on School House Road, Books to be Red is not only Ocracoke's beloved independent bookstore, but also a purveyor of gorgeous ceramics and pottery, candles, soaps and body products, home and garden accessories and whimsical items you won't find anywhere else. A well-chosen selection of book titles makes this small bookstore a literary powerhouse. You can find a great selection...read more
Housed in a quaint, historic home on School House Road, Books to be Red is not...read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
Captain's Cargo is a coastal-inspired gift shop featuring ladies' dresses, jewelry, pottery, bath and body products, Paint the Town magnets and signs and many other unique and whimsical items. The shop is in the old post office lobby next to Captain's Landing Waterfront Inn.
Captain's Cargo is a coastal-inspired gift shop featuring ladies' dresses, jewelry, pottery, bath and body products, Paint the Town magnets and signs and many other unique and whimsical items. The shop is in the old post office lobby next to Captain's Landing Waterfront Inn.read more
Captain's Cargo is a coastal-inspired gift shop featuring ladies' dresses, jewelry, pottery, bath and body...read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
Down Creek Gallery is in the heart of the village on the waterfront and represents more than 100 Outer Banks and North Carolina artists. This venue has a wide variety of fine art and photography, jewelry, pottery, unique glass works, metal, wood, mixed media and much more. Call the gallery throughout the year for more information about hours and exhibits.read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
This rustic shop is filled to the brim with decoys and sportsman's paraphernalia. The resident carver has been nationally recognized for his work and is a native who can tell you a salty tale or two. There are old and new decoys, lures, oars and other crafts and scrimshaw that are perfect for bringing a nostalgic seaside feeling to any home.read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
An Ocracoke mainstay since 1965, this gift shop across from the Harborside Motel offers resort clothing, brand-name women’s wear, Sea Dog t-shirts, fine arts and gift items as well as beer and wine. read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
If you're looking for gorgeous, one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself or loved ones, Island Artworks is the place to visit. Owner and metalsmith Kathleen O'Neal sells her stunning hand-crafted jewelry along with blown glass, paintings, pastels, baskets and other unique gifts. Island Artworks is proud to feature the works of many island artists.
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Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
In an adorable cottage on Irvin Garrish Highway, Island Ragpicker is an Ocracoke shopping tradition selling unique home accessories, art and fine crafts, locally carved decoys, bath and body products, enlightening books, a wide selection of greeting cards and other goods for soulful living. They carry pottery, chimes and bells, toys and a nice selection of items made in America. There are lots of high-quality t-shirts for men, women and children as well as clothing, accessories and jewelry for women.
In an adorable cottage on Irvin Garrish Highway, Island Ragpicker is an Ocracoke shopping tradition selling unique home accessories, art and fine crafts, locally carved decoys, bath and body products, enlightening books, a wide selection of greeting cards and other goods for soulful living. They carry pottery, chimes and bells, toys and a nice selection of items made in America. There are lots of high-quality t-shirts...read more
In an adorable cottage on Irvin Garrish Highway, Island Ragpicker is an Ocracoke shopping tradition...read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
If stepping into the studio of a longtime local artist sounds fun, you must visit Kitty Mitchell Studio. Ocracoke School's art teacher for 30 years and a mover and shaker on the island, Mitchell has her studio open to the public. You can stop in and meet the artist and see her at work and also shop for wonderful artistic treasures in her gallery. Mitchell's...read more
Ocracoke Arts and Arts & Crafts
This local studio features the gorgeous original pastel artwork and prints of Mary Bassell. She also offers lessons in pastels. Call ahead to make an appointment to visit the studio or to schedule a lesson. read more
