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Welcome to Bristol, a city of dualities where dreamers and doers alike dwell. The makers who call this slice of the mountains home come in many different forms.
From family businesses passed down through four generations to newcomers bringing in fresh ideas, each maker in town has a story to tell. Consider this your official invitation to stop and stay a while as you get to know a more personal side of the city.
They are chefs, brewmasters, artisans and musicians. They work with vinyl and leather, locally-grown herbs and hops. They help fill your homes with memories and your nights with laughter. Much like the city straddles the Tennessee and Virginia border, these makers walk the line of traditional craft fused with an innovative flair.
Whether you’re exploring the shops of State Street and Downtown Bristol or the quiet shores of
South Holston Lake, Bristol’s makers keep the local history and traditions alive. Along the way, you’ll discover a variety of sweet treats, hand-crafted artwork, and bites of Appalachian fare.
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