Back Roads Studio Tour

The artists of The Back Roads Studio Tour are excited about bringing to you an insider's view of the creative process. All of us are experienced professionals, committed to our work, to sharing our experiences and to making a contribution to the cultural diversity of our region.

Please click on the highlighted names of the studios below to go to that studio's individual page (some artists also have independent websites which will open in a separate browser window).

How do I get there? Click here to view a map of studio locations. The number preceding each studio/artist name corresponds to the number on the map. Explore and enjoy!

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1. Don Eaton Weaver, basket maker
A wide array of handwoven items in ultra-soft cotton. Also, Nantucket Lightship Baskets in all shapes and sizes. Weaving and basketmaking demonstrations.
15 Sunset Lane, Petersham, MA 01366 (978) 724-3365, weavereaton@hotmail.com

2. Werner Krings

3. Jane Hein - artist

Jane works in the field of early American decorative arts including reverse painting  on glass, furniture and object stenciling, gold leaf work and more.

North Main Street, Petersham, MA  01366 (978) 724-6605

 

4.Julie Pepper
231 Chamberlain Hill Rd
Barre

5. The Lost Enigma Studio Michel Duncan Merle 
Michel Duncan Merle says "surrealism is well and living in Barre".  The studio is in many ways an adventure into somebody's dream world.
69 Broad Street, Barre, MA (978) 355-4691

 

6. T. Potter Pots - potter

Trevor Bruso makes functional pottery for everyday life.  Bean Pots, bowls, bird houses, plates, pitchers and much more.  Throwing demonstrations at his studio throughout the weekend.

7 New Braintree Road, North Brookfield, MA 01535 (508) 867-2477, www.bostonbeanpots.com 

7. Brookfield Paperworks Elisabeth Hyder - paste paper artist
 Hyder's handpainted and decorated paste papers are made into albums, boxes, journals, cards, portfolios, framed art, and collages.
23 High Street, North Brookfield, MA 01535 (508) 867-7274

8. David Thompson

9. Stagecoach Road Studios Elizabeth Lincoln - printmaking, painting, books
Elizabeth & Roger Lincoln, artist and author, have recorded a lifetime of familiar scenes, stories, and memories of Ware, Hardwick, Wilbraham, and Quabbin Valley.  New this year - Here's Ware - the big book depicting the lifetime of artist, Elizabeth Howe Lincoln and her work making paintings and prints of Ware and elsewhere.  The book is historic, nostalgic, educational and filled with color.  Bargains galore on prints and paintings.
8 Stagecoach Road, Ware, MA 01082 (413) 967-6774

10. June Glidden

11. Moe Lewis-Wolf
Moe is a ceramics handbuilder. She offers functional and non-functional work along with sculptural pieces. Love of textures & the natural world inspire her.
920 Worcester St. (Rt 32), Barre, MA 01005, 978-355-2263 moelewisw@charter.net

 

12. Quilted Items- Shirley Lewis
Shirley Lewis’ traditional quilts and placemats combine color and designs that enhance any decor. Her jackets and purses are unique.
42 Dana Road Barre,MA 01005 978-355-9019

13.  Rustic Wood -  Creations Ronald Jacobs
Ronald Jacobs crafts his indoor /outdoor furniture from rough cut boards with designs that reflect the shape of nature. Each are one-of- a-kind.
40 Dana Road, Barre, MA 01005 978-355-6761

14 Gail Bruce
348 Wickaboag Valley Rd
West Brookfield

15.Kara Kozlowski Bigda
374 Wickaboag Valley Rd.
West brookfield

 

 16. Rebecca Webber

7 New Braintree rd.
West Brookfield, Ma 01585  

   Rebecca is a long-time potter who's ideas spring from observing the natural world, seeking out line, pattern and movement.  These elements are expressed in the claywork, both thrown on the wheel or hand built. 

 

 

 

 

The generous support of the following sponsors helps make our tour possible. 

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 Historic Salem Cross Inn
Restored early 1700's homestead. Traditional New England home cooking. Daily Dining.
Rt. 9, West Brookfield, MA 01585 Tel: 508-867-8337 e-mail: salemxinn@aol.com Website: www.salemcrossinn.com
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Saturday, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

 Barre Mill Restaurant
Experience the charming atmosphere and fabulous dinner specials of the Barre Mill Restaurant. A family style restaurant serving their famous prime rib, seafood and Italian dishes.
Route 32, South Barre, MA 01074 Tel: 978-355-6417 or 355-2987.
Open: Wednesday - Saturday at 5 p.m. Sun. at 12 noon

Tip Top Country Store

Come in for a cup of freshly brewed organic fair-trade coffee and a delicious sandwich or wrap, with a delicious bowl of homemade organic vegetarian soup or other goodie from TipTop's kitchen. Limited seating in the cafe area as well as outside in the patio.
8 Central Street , Brookfield, MA 01506

 

 Country Bank
     75 Main St.
     Ware, MA 01082

New England Garden Ornaments

38 East Brookfield Road

N. Brookfield, MA 01535