Artisan Trail

The PA Route 6 Artisan Trail

Welcome to the PA Route 6 Artisan Trail

The PA Route 6 Artisan Trail is where you’ll find creative makers, unique cuisine, craft brews, events, and more! Northern Pennsylvania’s rich history, diverse regions, and friendly people come together to produce a vibrant culture of craftsmanship and creativity.

The PA Route 6 Artisan Trail is special because it’s not just about shopping, it’s about connection. Winding through small towns, heritage communities, and scenic landscapes, the trail invites individuals and families to meet the makers behind the work, see creativity in action, and experience Pennsylvania’s culture up close. From studios and galleries to farm shops, festivals, and hands-on workshops, every stop offers a story and a chance to slow down, explore, and support local talent. Whether you’re planning a day trip, a weekend adventure, or a spontaneous roadside stop, shopping the Artisan Trail means becoming part of PA Route 6 itself, strengthening local communities, preserving traditions, and creating shared memories that last far beyond the drive.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Trail

The PA Route 6 Artisan Trail began in 2004 with the goal of raising awareness of the arts and creative industry of the Route 6 Heritage Corridor. The trail now boasts a network of 400+ northern Pennsylvania artisans, creative businesses, cultural organizations, tourism businesses, and arts supporters. Encouraging the success of these artisans and arts organizations has proven to enhance the economy, culture, and quality of life across the region.

The Route 6 Artisan Trail includes the highest quality of artisans, but we are far from pretentious in Northern Pennsylvania. We value makers of every style and medium. Artisan Trail members include soapmakers, potters, woodworkers, fiber artists, fine jewelers, handcrafters, painters, and so much more!

Inspiration can be found in many types of venues along the Route 6 Artisan Trail. Stops along the trail include artists’ studios, fine art galleries, cultural museums, antique shops, craft breweries, community theaters, arts organizations, arts festivals, and more! You can also find participating artisans at our Maker’s Markets. Our Maker’s Markets are also open to non-members. See our Maker’s Market page for upcoming market details.

Artisans are selected for the Route 6 Artisan Trail during an Open Membership Period at the end of each year for membership and inclusion on the trail the following year. Visit the Artisan Trail Membership Page for more information and to apply.


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Artisan Trail Members

Cottage Glassworks

Cottage Glassworks

About COTTAGE GLASSWORKS encourages the enthusiasm of fused glass art at its quaint studio brimming with…

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Sealed by Nature

Sealed by Nature

Crafting Artful Skincare at Sealed by Nature Since 2020, Sealed by Nature’s mission has been to…

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French Creek Arts Collective

French Creek Arts Collective

The French Creek Arts Collective is more than a group of artists—it’s a community. Whether you’re just…

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NEPA Philharmonic

NEPA Philharmonic

About The NEPA Philharmonic’s mission is to present live symphonic performances and music education at…

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Glass Growers Gallery

Glass Growers Gallery

About Based in beautiful Erie, Pennsylvania, Glass Growers Gallery is more than glass and more than an…

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Bradford County Tourism Promotion Agency

Bradford County Tourism Promotion Agency

About the Promotion Agency Bradford County Tourism Promotion Agency serves as a non-profit organization…

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Sugar Mama’s Appalachian Maple

Sugar Mama’s Appalachian Maple

About Sugar Mama’s Appalachian Maple Sugar Mama’s Appalachian Maple is a small maple producer…

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Stained Glass Reflections

Stained Glass Reflections

About STAINED GLASS REFLECTIONS, in Wellsboro, PA, offers everything a stained-glass enthusiast could…

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Frosty Hollow Lodging and Country Mercantile

Frosty Hollow Lodging and Country Mercantile

About After having remodeled a large barn where they raised their four sons and two daughters, the owners…

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Riverside Brewing Company

Riverside Brewing Company

About Riverside Brewing Company, in Cambridge Springs, PA, boasts craft brews, farm-to-table food, an…

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Elk County Council on the Arts & ECCOTA Gallery

Elk County Council on the Arts & ECCOTA Gallery

About ELK COUNTY COUNCIL ON THE ARTS (ECCOTA) is dedicated to promoting the cultural enrichment of the…

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Hawley Silk Mill

Hawley Silk Mill

About Once the beating heart of Pennsylvania’s silk industry, Hawley Silk Mill has evolved into a vibrant…

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