Cowee Pottery School is a nonprofit organization located in the historic Cowee School Arts and Heritage Center in the mountains of beautiful Franklin NC.  We are run by a group of dedicated volunteers who specialize in teaching people of all ages the enriching art of pottery.

[caption id="attachment_34374" align="alignright" width="300"] DCIM100MEDIADJI_0076.JPG[/caption] The most unique shopping under one roof - that is the Whistle Stop Depot! Established in late 1999, the owner's vision for the Whistle Stop Depot weas to create a place where visitors can see the tough history through the years. The Whistle Stop Depot is located in the structurally preserved historic Cullasaja School. It is a place rich in culture and heritage. The depot accommodates over 100 dealers and over 22,000 square feet of antiques and retail stores to meet everyone's needs. Come and enjoy the trains, tractors, automobiles, and collectibles, a true connection to the past. You will also find some new items that will keep you in the present along the way.

Home of the 1061 carat sapphire found at Gold City, featured in PEOPLE WEEKLY, DISNEY ADVENTURES and ROCK & GEM Magazines. Native and Enriched Gemstones buckets. We also have Gold Panning. New and Improved large covered flume for Gem Mining rain or shine.Located on highway 441, 6 miles north of Franklin, NC. Click on website for hours of operation or give us a call at 1-800-713-7767. Free stone inspections.

We invite you to come visit our clean, upscale flea market/yardsale.  We have over 40 vendors who bring items in often.  A variety of items include antiques, good stuff and coll junk, all very reasonably priced.  Shop often for specials!  We pride ourselves on being a business that God has blessed us with and greatly appreciate your prayers and business.

Located in downtown Franklin North Carolina, offers Custom gem cutting and mounting, 14kt gold jewelry and findings, thousands of cut gemstones, lapidary equipment and supplies, mineral specimens, stone carvings and bookends and free Museum. Buses and RV's welcome. School, church, and rockhound groups welcome! Hours of operation are: March 1st thru Jan 15^th Tues – Sat 10 am to 5 pm Jan 16^th  thru Feb 28^th Thur, Fri and Sat 10 am to 5 pm.

Kitchen Sink, Inc is located in historic downtown Franklin, NC.  We provide a variety of high end cookware, bake ware, decor, kitchen gadgets and more.  Proudly offering brands including Le Cruset, Au Clad,  Scanpan, Cuisinart, Bodum, Spoole, Portmerion, Mason Cash, Reidel, Wusthog, J.A. Henckels, Oxo, Lodge, Wellness Mats and many more.  Come in for the selection and stay for the conversation. Open Monday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm.  Closed Sunday.

Bryant's Antique Mall is situated in historic downtown Franklin.  Bryant's specializes in antiques, primitives and collectibles.  With well over 100 dealers, we're sure you'll find something amazing to cherish for a lifetime!  We've got you covered with items small and large and something to fit every budget.  Convenient location with parking lot in rear and within easy walking distance of restaurants and shops in downtown Franklin.

Drop by and see our beautiful shop filled with ladies apparel including formal wear, bridal, jewelry and gifts. We also carry a line of men's tuxedos.

Custom homemade designs. Original works of art on canvas, wood, old pallets, wall murals, signs and sayings. Have fun with family and friends at a paint party. Let your creative side come out and have some fun!

Located in the Historic Downtown shopping area of Franklin, North Carolina, Silver Threads is your one stop destination for traditional fiber arts.  We carry a full stock of yarns ranging from local farms, individual hand-dyers and spinners to your classic favorites from around the world. Just a few of our fibers include: Angora, Alpaca, Bamboo, Buffalo, Cotton, Cashmere, Hemp, Llama, Linen, Mohair, Wool and Silk.  Knitting, Crochet, Weaving, Spinning, Tatting, Dyeing and Needle Felting classes are available year round.

The Gallery of Gems & Minerals, 3 Miles south of Franklin, NC on hwy. 441 located in Crystal Falls Specialty Shops, features a huge selection of colored gems & fine jewelry, in store jewelry repair, custom design & a gemologist. Also featuring Michael M. Rogers  Fine Art, watercolors, photography on canvas & nature DVDs. Open 7 days a week year-round.  

Millie's Used Books has the largest selection of used books in Franklin!  We have all genres in hardcover and paperback, as well as DVD's, audio books and puzzles.  Hours are Tuesday - Friday. 10 am - 5 pm and Saturday 10 am - 2 pm..  Come by and say "hey"!

The only museum in America focusing on Scottish Highland Dress. Come learn about your Scottish heritage and that of the North Carolina mountains. A full gift shop offers Scottish gifts, books, music, celtic jewelry, and a full line of Highland Clothing for purchase or to rent.

Nestled in the Eastern corner of Franklin, NC is a quaint little quilt shop, A Stitch in Time!  From the moment you walk in the door, you're sure to find something unique for your next sewing project!  We offer a wide variety of fabric lines and designers, as well as buttons, trims, rulers and notions galore!  We offer quilt kits, patterns, books and samples you will adore!  Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always willing to help you pick out fabrics, quilting projects or demo that Baby Lock sewing or embroidery machine you've always wanted! Whatever your interest or skill level, we are here to help you quilt, sew or create whatever your heart desires!

WNC SportsZone has everything you need to get geared up: athletic shoes and apparel, sports equipment, screen printing, and embroidery! Conveniently located in Franklin Plaza on the Georgia Road, SportsZone has the gear to help you support your favorite team, get on the field, or just get in shape.

NC Mountain Made features the works of over 100 talented artisans from our region as well as hard to find antiques and primitives. A must see when you visit the Franklin area. Hours:9-5 Mon.-Sat  

Macon County Art Association is the community organization in Macon County for artists and art lovers that enriches the community by promoting all visual arts, by inspiring and encouraging visual artists and by developing emerging artists.  We are committed to promoting art and art appreciation through education and exhibition.

We offer retail, lease, rent-to-own and a wide variety of payment options including monthly, weekly and bi-weekly payment options offering 120 days same as cash. 24, 18, 12, 6 month lease or rent to own options. We sell furniture, electronics and appliances.

Curated gifts with a focus on handmade for adults & kids who love the outdoors. Featuring handmade handbags, jewelry, candles, bath products, cards, stickers, honey, kid's apparel, toys and books. In 2019 Marie and her fam decided it was time to sell her Boston gift shop of 10 years and get back to enjoying the outdoors. After 7 months of traveling around in an 23ft travel trailer with a 1 year old & 2 dogs, they stumbled upon Franklin and fell in love. Fast forward to today they've added 10 chickens and a cute shop to their chaos and they wouldn't change it for the world.

Fox Mercantile is a locally owned and operated boot and apparel store located in Franklin, NC.  It started as a vision to provide folks a convenient place to buy boots, shoes and clothing and now proudly provides an assortment of work wear for a variety of industries.

Antiques, Furniture, Plants and Gifts

Cowee Textiles was started to support the textile heritage in WNC from a family that has been weaving for generations.  Visit the Cowee Heritage School and have a go at weaving on one of the large family looms.

Cozy and Content is a boutique book, vinyl record, and gift store.  We offer a curated selection of books, a wide variety of records ranging from the latest hits to beloved classics, and a unique selection of gifts.  Store hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 am until 7 pm and Sundays from 1 pm to 5 pm.

A mother daughter duo providing luxury spa services; plus best in beauty makeup, skin care, and boutique apparel.

We offer a wide variety of women's clothes from small all the way to 3X.  We carry some men's and children's clothing, we also have bags, accessories and shoes.  We opened our store with the hopes of giving our town more options and are beyond blessed for the support we've already received.  Visit our new website and order online for shipping and instore pickup.  Come see us. Hours of operations: Sunday & Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Friday 12 noon - 6 pm Saturday, 11 am - 4 pm

Visit www.Debscatsnquilts.com to find Deb's books and patterns, as well as, the ruler she designs for Creative Grids.  When not in the studio Deb is on the road teaching and speaking at shops, guilds and events across the country.  Contact her for more information.  You can also join with over 6500 members on her Facebook group "Grids Girls".

Visit us at our new consignment boutique.

Dalton’s Christian Bookstore has one of the largest selections of books, Bibles, music, and Christian gifts in Franklin, NC. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Dalton’s has great deals for anyone looking for a good read, a family-friendly video, or special keepsakes. Visit us today!

With over 30 years experience in jewelry making and gemstone cutting, let us help you create a one-of-a-kind treasure.  Our showroom has a large variety from rough to refined minerals, fossils, jewelry, gemstones and gifts.  Open year round, located 3.5 miles south of Franklin on 441S.

Visit George Green at Smoky Mountain Jewelers for a wide selection of necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and more at the best prices around.  Smoky  Mountain Jewelers also buys gold & silver, offers jewelry repair, custom designs, stone setting, ring sizing and casting.

Walker Quilt Co. is a full-service quilting studio, offering longarm machine rentals, classes, sales and training on all models of HandiQuilter machines.  Spend a few hours or the whole day in our comfortable and inviting studio, while you put your own creative finishing touch on your quilt.  Expert help is always there when you need it and of course, you'll be surrounded by fellow quilter friends to share in the fun!  Visit our website or call to reserve your spot.

A general store offering gifts, old fashion candy, J.R. Watkins, Burts Bees, local jams & jellies, Franklin logo gifts and a full coffee shop with Ice Cream & Sandwiches.

At Curtis TV, Inc. our service sets us apart. You'll always find a knowledgeable, helpful sales person who is ready to take the time for you. The search is over!  In today's busy world you need a retailer who offers more. We don't just sell - we can also install if for you. From home theater to car audio, we are your one stop solution!  One-on-one service backed by experience.  Get the personalized service you need from a customer-focused team backed by over 50 years of experience. We truly are here for you! Anytime you have service in your home, you want to know you're in good hands. With us, you'll have a local provider who has been offering affordable installation in Franklin since 1965!  Find a variety of services under one roof including DirectTV, Car Audio, Home Theater and Verizon Cell Phone Plans.

Cowee Mtn. Ruby Mine is locally owned and operated for over 35 years.  Open March 1st through December 1st, 7 days a week.  We are located on Hwy 441, 4 miles north of Franklin.  Two covered flumes offer mining rain or shine.  Our gem shop offers a wide range of gifts. Also you can get your stones evaluated for cutting and setting.  Free Admission.