Featured Gallery: The Artists' Theatre

The Artists' Theatre, located in the charming town of West Jefferson NC is owned and operated by Steve and Lisa Willingham. It is a unique gallery experience housed in an early 1900s building. Over the years the building was home to a variety of businesses including the first local Ford auto dealership in the 1920's; a movie theater in the 30's and 40's; a used furniture store in the 50's - 80's;  an office in the 90's.

Today the building is perhaps the most unusual gallery you'll find in the mountains, offering both beauty and an aesthetic environment. The art deco style structure needed extensive  restoration, the perfect project for the Willinghoams to let their creative juices flow, creating an unusual space people would love experience.

NC Artist Tonya Bottomley

The restoration created a stunning art and antique gallery which has helped to rejuvenate the small but active local art community. The mix of old and new, traditional and funky, past and unexpected artistic pleasures has created a real buzz and excitement in the high country.  A variety of artists and media are available for viewing and purchase at The Artists' Theatre, 8 East Main Street, West Jefferson NC.