Shimai Gallery of Contemporary Craft — Attraction in Nashville-Davidson

The owner is one of the nicest and friendliest people I've ever met. Too bad my partner and I had to drive back home 5 hours away because we could've talked with her for just as long. I got myself a magnet with my initial on it, an origami crane to hang from my rear view mirror, and a print of Milo the dog that looked exactly like my puppy! Next time we find ourselves in Nashville, I'm gonna make it a point to come here each and every time to see what new pieces the local artists have to offer. Just a beautiful...

This shop is a little piece of artistic heaven. It's a must visit spot every time I visit Nashville. I always leave with something that speaks to my soul....from paintings, pottery, and handmade jewelry to handmade cards, clothing, and more made by local artists...all tucked in a sweet little shop owned by amazing women. And then you can walk over and get your southern food fix at the...

It's cool that everything sold here is by local artists, but generally, the inventory is just okay. I liked the jewelry and the hand-made wooden rolling pin, but the clothes seemed to be made for older women. (I'm 38.) Some of the paintings were nice, but most of them were super over-priced in my opinion. Takeaway: Maybe buy some local jewelry there,...