Vinecroft Studios — Attraction in Walker

Fred and Gina Bivens host Vinecroft Studios. It is a wonderful "third place" establishment, meaning it is a meaningful place where people hang out away from home and work. It's a real community.

While it is Fred's wood and print workshop, and the place he keeps all the old typewriters and other stuff he collects; it is also where the couple host and nurture community. I'll tell you about the bit I know about. The couple hosts meetings of West Michigan Artists for the Festival of Arts, many artists are given the opportunity to sell their handmade and homemade goods to others during holidays, and every Tuesday they host a community dinner made by others in the community and paid for by the community. People's major events are honored with celebration, support, and loving kindness. You are held in love by every person in the community. It is an...

Cool place! Very inviting and comfortable. The dinner was over the top of taste and generosity! Love it. Kind of a play ground for the owners. They do lots of creative and cool woodworking, printing and who knows what else! Obviously they enjoy sharing their...

I visited a Christmas market and they had a wonderful mix of local artisans selling there wares there. It was very nice to be able to talk to creators and ask any questions. I will definitely be going back again...