Welcome to the Valley of Many Deer Gallery
This unique Missouri art gallery is surrounded by one hundred acres of native prairie grass, pasture, gardens, and
the
Katy Trail.  The gallery's vision is closely related to nature and the rich history of the area.  The barn gallery and
studio showcases local artists, writers, gardeners and musicians.  The gallery hosts two special events a year.
During the festivals, area musicians provide entertainment.

View featured artists' works and map of Bourbon County, Kansas in this site.
History of the Area
The Cherokee word for valley of many deer is Chilhowee.  One of the early settlers, James Simpson, happened here
by accident when a broken wheel disabled the pioneer from going any farther on the Old Fort Scott Road.  Simpson
decided this was as good of a place as any and established a store, from his wagon, to aid passing travelers on
their way to
Fort Scott, Kansas. Having left the Tennessee mountain town of Chilhowee in 1855, James decided on
this name because of the abundance of the wild animals in this area and memories of the town he left behind. Thus
was the beginning of the town, Chilhowee, Missouri.
Business Hours
Please take some time to visit our site and if you live close or are planning a trip to the area, stop by and visit us.
Our hours are from 10:00-5:00.   It is best to call ahead at 660-678-0195 just to make sure we are open or to make
special arrangements.  Open studio will be the first Saturday of every month with the exceptions January & July. The
gallery is 2 miles west of Chilhowee, Johnson County, Missouri on 2 Highway.  The address is 817 SW 2 Highway,
Chilhowee, Missouri 64733.  See the map below for directions.

Map to Gallery
Approximately 2 miles west of Chilhowee,
Missouri on the north side of State Route 2.
Watch for the sign.
Jo  Henning
Artist-Owner
660-678-0195 or email at
jahenning@localnet.com
About the Gallery
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Open studio the first Saturday of every month,
from 10:00-5:00.
An Artist will be working in the gallery.  Come
visit and ask questions.  Keep checking as we
add more information.

Gallery hours from 10:00-5:00 on Open Studio days.

Our dates will be as follows:
May 1 & 2, Spring Festival
November 6 & 7, Holiday Open Gallery

The First Saturday Open Studio
10:00-5:00
January, closed due to weather
February 6
March 6
April 3
May 1 & 2 Also the Spring Festival
June 5
July 3 Closed
August 7
September 4
October 2  
November 6 & 7   Holiday Open Gallery                  
Also Open these Saturdays in November 13, 20
December 4, 11,18  Holiday Shopping

Plus call ahead or stop by anytime to visit our gallery.  
We will open for you.   Phone 660-678-0195
Celebrate spring & enter the
Kinetic Art contest.  Click on the
above link for the entry form.
Looking for a great place to stay? Click
on the link below.
Entry Forms for Mid-Missouri Artists
30th Spring Fine Arts Show can be
picked up here at the gallery.
Mid-Mo Spring Show Entry Form