| Welcome to the Valley of Many Deer Gallery |
This unique Missouri art gallery is surrounded by one hundred acres of native prairie grass, pasture, and gardens.
The gallery's vision is closely related to nature and the rich history of the area. Hiking trails are carved into the
native grass for nature lovers to enjoy the fresh air, solitude of nature and scenery of all the seasons. The barn
gallery and studio showcases local artists, writers, gardeners and musicians. The gallery hosts three special events
a year. During the festivals, area musicians provide entertainment.
View featured artists' works and map of Bourbon County, Kansas in this site.
The gallery's vision is closely related to nature and the rich history of the area. Hiking trails are carved into the
native grass for nature lovers to enjoy the fresh air, solitude of nature and scenery of all the seasons. The barn
gallery and studio showcases local artists, writers, gardeners and musicians. The gallery hosts three 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.
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 exception of 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.
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 exception of 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.
Calendar of Events 2008 |
October 4 & 5, Fall Festival of the Arts December 6 & 7, Holiday Special Open Gallery Please contact us for more information. |
Artists, Writers & Musicians Cave Hollow Press Books JoAnn Evans & Shirley Gardner, Magnetic Jewelry Gregory Dean, Musician & Song Writer Wayne Hancock, Writer Jo Ann Henning Teresa Hoy, Paper Artist, Writer Larkin's Pressed Flowers Beverly Lory, Hand-Crochet Sandi Cary Nelsen, Mosaic Art Mike Kelly, Wood-Carver Leah Raffiani- Candy Maker, Singer Margot Signer, Weaving Melody Robinson, Spinner & Textile Arts Skip Mathews, Potter Coming Soon |
Map to Gallery Approximately 2 miles west of Chilhowee, Missouri on the north side of State Route 2. Watch for the sign. |
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| Jo Ann Henning Artist-Owner |
| About the Gallery |
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| Looking for Local Artists for the Gallery |
- Basket Maker
- Metal Sculptor
Open studio the first Saturday of every month,
from 10:00-6:00.
An Artist will be working in the gallery. Come visit
and ask questions. Keep checking as we add
more information.
Gallery hours from 10:00-6:00 on Open Studio days.
Our dates will be as follows:
January 5, The Art of Collage, Jo Ann Henning
February 2, Watercolor Painting, Jo Ann Henning
March 1, Margot Signer, Featured artist, will
demonstrate rug hooking from 10:00-4:00
April 5 Illustrating, Jo Ann Henning
May 3
June 7, No Featured Artist
No July
August 2
September 6
October 4
November 1
December 6
We are open throughout the year most everyday.
from 10:00-6:00.
An Artist will be working in the gallery. Come visit
and ask questions. Keep checking as we add
more information.
Gallery hours from 10:00-6:00 on Open Studio days.
Our dates will be as follows:
January 5, The Art of Collage, Jo Ann Henning
February 2, Watercolor Painting, Jo Ann Henning
March 1, Margot Signer, Featured artist, will
demonstrate rug hooking from 10:00-4:00
April 5 Illustrating, Jo Ann Henning
May 3
June 7, No Featured Artist
No July
August 2
September 6
October 4
November 1
December 6
We are open throughout the year most everyday.
| Margot Signer, Hooking a Rug |
