Finger Lakes based artists Laurel O'Brien and Hannah Graeper Carver conceived of the idea of hosting an intimate sales event for friends and family in 2010. Laurel is a jeweler and Hannah is a potter and they wanted to create a year end event to showcase their work. Because the original event was intended to be a small affair, it was decided that there would be plenty of room to have the sale at Hannah's childhood home on Gorge Rd in Trumansburg, NY. That original sale was such a success that the two artists have been hosting it ever since. The sale is still held at the rural farmhouse on Gorge Rd, giving it a cozy charm unlike any holiday market you've ever been to.

This year is the 11th annual Gorge Rd Artisan Market. Due to the global pandemic, we decided to go virtual! All participating artists will update their shops with new work promptly at 10:00 am EST on Sturday, December 5. Laurel O'Brien Jewelry and  In addition to hand made jewelry and pottery, we will also have several other artists - Laurin Ramsey of Liontail Press, Esther Yaloz of Planetarium Designs and Redbyrd Cider. Light refreshments are always served, local musicians are always in attendance, a free raffle is always held and you're almost always likely strike up a conversation with someone who will become your next great pal. The event is fun, free, sweet and simple. Children are welcome, please no pets.